Sunday, May 18, 2008
Hey its been a wonderful 1-2 years with you guys. and whether you are a regular or a rare appearance, i really want thank each of you for what you have taught me, in your own ways. This friday, we'll be meeting as a cell at jeng ting's place :) see you there!! (info's on left)
Monday, May 05, 2008
(This is a very good reminder to us that we are ambassadors of Christ. people always say things like 'i dont want christianity because of some bad christians i know'. it's unfair to God to say this but it is also true that we should reflect His character and glory. **It is indeed a very difficult and heavy responsibility but let us not waver and continue running the race with perseverance!)
Several years ago, a preacher from out-of-state accepted a call to a church in Houston, Texas. Some weeks after he arrived, he had an occasion to ride the bus from his home to the downtown area. When he sat down, he discovered that the driver had accidentally given him a quarter too much change.
As he considered what to do, he thought to himself, "You'd better give
the quarter back. It would be wrong to keep it.." Then he thought, "Oh, forget it, it's only a quarter. Who would worry about this little amount? Anyway, the bus company gets too much fare; they will never miss it. Accept it as a 'gift from God' and keep quiet."
When his stop came, he paused momentarily at the door, and then he handed the quarter to the driver and said, "Here, you gave me too much change."
The driver, with a smile, replied, "Aren't you the new preacher in town?
"Yes" he replied.
"Well, I have been thinking a lot lately about going somewhere to worship. I just wanted to see what you would do if I gave you too much change. I'll see you at church on Sunday."
When the preacher stepped off the bus, he literally grabbed the nearest light pole, held on, and said, "Oh God, I almost sold your Son for a quarter."
Our lives are the only Bible some people will ever read. This is a really scary example of how much people watch us as Christians, and will put us to the test! always be on guard -- and remember - You carry the name of Christ on your shoulders when you call yourself "Christian."
(sometimes, we say that we are JUST a christian. but being JUST a christian is a very difficult thing indeed. It is only for those with true courage. do you have it?)
