Happy New Year

Happy New Year to all Daniel 2!

Wherever you may be in the world.

"For the LORD is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations." (Psalm 100:5)

Updates!

It's been a while...

What has Daniel 2 been up to since the Legacy Conference?

Well for one thing, many people have gone back to their home countries for holidays.
We sure do miss them T__T

But nonetheless we've been having great times here too - in wet wet Brissie ^^

D2 Girls bonding *sparkly*

Daniel 2 water baptism. Congratulations brothers Ming and Philip Yun!

Giant pizza dinner! Yum~

Stanley's Birthday surprise!

Day trip to Underwater World and Mooloolaba Beach.

Christmas 4 Kids! Wet but wonderful ^__^

Yan's Graduation. Congratulations!

Daniels' Christmas Party. Love Came Down. So red!

This year has been great! Watch out for more!

Looking Forward

Dearest Daniel 2,

Hope all of you had a great Christmas day (and boxing day for Brisbane people). I pray that you are still following through our bible reading plan, as D2 bulletin girl has been including the weekly reading plan in D2 bulletin. Last week and coming weeks, we are reading the book of Thessalonians. I would like to share a bit about what I have learned from 1 Thessalonians so far.

One of my favorite characters in the bible, Paul; he wrote this letter to the Thessalonians. Like the other books we read before (letters written by Paul to the locals), Paul was responding to the local circumstances with advices, corrections and instructions in which Thessalonians needed. I particularly like how Paul wrote this letter with personal illustrations that we all can relate to. For example in 1 Thessalonians 2:7 “Instead, we were like young children[a] among you. Just as a nursing mother cares for her children,” and in verse 11 “11 For you know that we dealt with each of you as a father deals with his own children,”. We can see Paul’s heart is like spiritual mummy and daddy of the people in Thessalonica.

God touched my heart as I was reading chapter 2 verses 4. It says “On the contrary, we speak as those approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel. We are not trying to please people but God, who tests our hearts.” Paul is very clear with what God has entrusted to him, the gospel. Paul wanted to urge everyone to be clear that the message was true, and that his motives were pure. And a lot of the time, because human are weak, we fall into pleasing man instead of pleasing God, especially when we are involved in many ministries. I believe that it all goes back to the foundation of drawing close to God daily; asking God “10 Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.” (Psalms 51:10). And I believe it’s for all of us, no matter in what capacity or level of your ministry.

Last night we had a great time of cooperate prayer meeting, and Pastor Wilson shared about “Fresh” anointing, spirit of God, ideas and presence of God. He shared from the Isaiah 41:18-19.

18 I will make rivers flow on barren heights,

and springs within the valleys.

I will turn the desert into pools of water,

and the parched ground into springs.

19 I will put in the desert

the cedar and the acacia, the myrtle and the olive.

I will set junipers in the wasteland,

the fir and the cypress together,

We prayed that in coming year, God will pour out more of His “fresh” sprit and presence into our lives. Many ones have responded to the prayer last night, seeking God, surrendering the past, asking God for healing, and to allow God to work in the inner hearts. As I was seeking God today, asking Him to prepare my heart to plan for coming year, God brought me to the illustrations of old and new wine skin in the bible. You can find them in Matthew 9:17, Mark 2:22, Luke 5:37.

Mark 2:22
22 And no one pours new wine into old wineskins. Otherwise, the wine will burst the skins, and both the wine and the wineskins will be ruined. No, they pour new wine into new wineskins.”

Yes, we need to first willing to surrender all of our past hurt, disappointment and things that we are holding to tightly which have stopped us to move forward; before we can contain all the new things from the Lord. What are your old wineskins? Are you looking forward for God to pour out new wine in your life in year 2011? Seek the Lord and ask Him!

Matthew 7:11
11 If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him!

God bless
KC

Alive Everyday

Blogging blogging blogging ...

At first i found myself not a big fan of blogging coz its a time consuming hobby and its really not a piece of cake thingy. Okay, i admit i'm a lazyyyy bum! Well, i guess it's because we are human and sometimes we just don't like to ponder back or reflect on what we've done throughout the day ... (i don't think you would like to spend another 20 minutes ontop of your quiet time to abuse your brain until your brain juice starts oozing out *yikes) haha... okay, jokes aside! But starting this year, i've started to like blogging and even reading others' blog. This actually helps me to remember things that God has done/given/blessed/spoken to me througout the day and maybe slowly capture His amazing plans for me. Hallelujah, and i sometimes share it with my shepherd too.

So what i would like to share with you today is from the QT material, the book of Colossians. Verse 1:17 He is before all things, and in him all things hold together. This verse reminds me of the scripture in Heb 11:40 God had planned something better for us so that only together with us would they be made perfect. God is always before us and before all things, because He knows the plans He has for us which is to prosper us and not to harm us. Recently God speaks 'hope' to me alot espcially for my current situation of looking for my 48days placement. God reminded of His grace and blessings He had for me before an He assured me that as i put my hope in Him and work with Him the plans He has for me will hold together. God even spoke to me that during the time of storm, i need to learn to soar on eagle wings. So, what does it exactly mean by 'soar on eagle wings' ?An eagle knows when a storm is approaching long before it breaks and when the storm hits, it sets its wings so that the wind will pick it up and lift it above the storm. While the storm rages below, the eagle is soaring above it. The eagle does not escape the storm. It taught me the lesson of not giving up because we cannot fathom what is God trying to do but to stay faitful in what He is doing and be prepared what in He going to do. At the same time, i need to ride on that storm and Praise Him for what He has done until He brings me through and receive the victory. That's why, this period is a golden moment that God can use His words to smooth out my rough edges like Ps. Wilson shared last Sunday. I need to continuosly grasp and capture His breath (scripture) so that i feel alive everyday.

A person who wants to hear God's voice must be a student of the Word
by Joyce Meyer.

Love

winnie

Legacy Conference

God is calling you to be you for this time.

We had a great time at the Legacy Conference. Learning more about leadership from our Hope leaders - Ps Wilson, Ps Joshua, May Cheung, and also visiting pastor - Ps Richard Green.

It's true there are many things that hold us back from stepping into leadership - thoughts, feelings, situations, and many others. But what's so amazing is that God calls all of us to be a leader in one way or another.

God doesn't only see us as we are now, but more so, He sees for who we can be as we learn more and more to trust in Him.

When God calls us will we be ready to say yes?

"But by the grace of God I am what I am, and His grace towards me was not in vain. On the contrary, I worked harder than any of them, though it was not I, but the grace of God that is with me." Corinthians 15:10 (ESV)

November Babies

Since its near summer, lets wish our November babies a warm Happy Birthday! As you grow one year older, we pray that your faith in God grow as well.

"In all your ways acknowledge Him,

and He will make straight your paths.

Be not wise in your own eyes;

fear the LORD, and turn away from evil."

~ Proverbs 3:6-7 (ESV)

All the best in the years ahead and always remember to put your trust in God. Amen.

Still (Jupume) by Hillsong (Korean style =)

our new music instructors =D

Verse 1:
Hide me now,
Ju Pu Me
Under Your wings
Pumu So Seo
Cover me,
Neoung Ryoung E
With in You mighty hand
Palo Dup-pu So Seo

Chorus:
When the oceans rise and thunders roar
Guchin Pado Nal Hyanghae Wado
I will soar with You, above the storm
Juwahamge Hala-o-luli
Father, You are King over the flood
Pogpung Gaunde Naye Young-hon
I will be still and know You are God
Jamjamage Ju-lul Bo-lila

Verse 2:
Find rest my soul
Junim Anne
In Christ alone
Na Geo Hari
Know His power
Ju Neoung Ryoung
In quietness an trust
Na JamJamhi min

Allan's D2 song

(thx Allan 4 all the teasing but where is urs???)

A song for all of you                             

A song for Daniel 2                               

A family which we belong                      

Building each other, we grow strong      

Here comes Kelvin                                

Nicknamed Doraemon                           

And though we do tease him                  

We thank him for his leading                  

Now its Judith's turn                                                                                   

With her special action *sigh                   

One of the best at ping-pong                  

Care and peace she brings along             

Now its Florence                                   

Always calm sometimes dazed               

Into the presence of God she brings        

Us all, as she plays                                 

Time for Winnie Wan                             

Passion Gaga's ichiban (number 1)          

This CCM president                               

Has authority which is evident                 

Now here comes Paul                             

With his signature pose *pose                  

Pointing things out honestly                                    

Reliable friend he'll always he                  

And now is Philip Choo                          

Meow meow meow woof woof woof     

And though he makes these sounds         

Transport-wise, fail not, no doubt            

Here comes Jerry                                       

Sugar high, happy happy                         

Jumping from and to things all the time      

But sweetness she brings anytime             

Now is iTania                                          

Who can sing and play guitar                   

She's new to our group                            

And we're glad for having you                  

Now its Daniel next                                 

Starcraft-ing to the max                            

Imitating for him its fun                             

He brings joy to many ones                      

Now Stanley's up                                    

With his crazy dance moves                     

Praying always so genuinely                     

His love and affection we can see             

Here is Ming                                            

Did you know he love karaoke                

And though he's meek at times                 

He love God, and he is kind                     

Now its Wan ju-IN                                    

Who says veggie is poison                       

She hurled coz of Kelvin's car                  

In encouraging others she is a star            

Its Petunia's turn

Saying guys can only do one thing at a time

And though determined to show this

When dancing she certainly shines

Now its purple girl

Here name is Natalie

She makes great lime pie

And her encouraging words bring life

Tianya Li is next

A sister who aims for excellence

Witnessing what God is about

For Jesus this sister is loud

Here comes Linda

With her balah balah balah balah balah

Dancing for God not holding back

Her big heart for God, it is intact

Now its Wella

Now refusing to take videos

But we all remember her hamburgers

She can cook, this sister

And next up's Yan

Loves anime, drama and telling jokes

And though I cannot understand

I know this sister, she is grand

Here comes Ashley

Who always get pushed to the front

With his long hair and great food

This brother is great, he's a good dude

Now its Jacky the man

Who sometimes has short attention span

He's willing to help and share what he knows

This brother of ours he'll surely grow

Now is Yokho

With his beautiful voice

He also likes taking photos

Loving this family is his choice

Now its Averil

This celebrity *maybe

And though she is great to tease

A youthful spirit she always brings

Now its Ja-Ne

Who didn't talk much but now she does

When determined she presses on

This sister's been great all along

Now its Mommy Pat (Patricia)

Our dear sister she is back

Apparently permanently on dishes

She goes all out for those she misses

Here is Philip, I mean MAC (Philip Yun)

A fan of Jaeson Mraz

Though he has sleepy eyes

When he sings its very nice

We are Daniel 2

We're getting know each other more

More and more each day

Our hearts here will stay

Membership Sem 2, 2010

CONGRATULATIONS!!! to our brothers and sisters who joined our Hope family on Sunday. Let's give a warm welcome to ASHLEY! JANE! STANLEY! and WAN JUIN! *handsclappingpeoplewhistling*. Let's grow together in the word of God and for God. Let's work together for His glory and make Him proud =D Hip Hip HOORAY!!!

"And Moses said to the people, "Fear not, stand firm, and see the salvation of the LORD, which he will work for you today. For the Egyptians whom you see today, you shall never see again." ~ Exodus 14:13 (ESV)

The Fantastic 4 =D

Endure now for a better tomorrow

Life is not an easy one, no matter where we come from, no matter how happy we look from the outside. We might find that trouble always comes and seeks us. We might think that we are always trap in a dilemma or always in a bad hair day. Moreover, we are Christians, juggling between work, school and committing to our Christian life. Life gets worse. But brothers and sisters, will these be the reasons for you to walk away from God? Will these be the full-stop in your relationship with God? Will you allow Satan to use these against you? Endure now, brothers and sisters, for our Lord Jesus is coming. "Behold, I am coming soon, bringing my recompense with me, to repay everyone for what he has done." ~ Revelation 22:12 (ESV)
Brothers and sisters, let us encourage one another to endure through the hard times, especially during this time with assignments due and exams. Let us have the conviction to live for God and "Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life." ~ Proverbs 4:23 (ESV). Let us continue to put our trust in God and solidify that trust. Let us study and work with the mission of glorifying His name and not just for the sake of passing or pleasing our boss. "For the love of Christ controls us, because we have concluded this: that one has died for all, therefore all have died; and he died for all, that those who live might no longer live for themselves but for him who for their sake died and was raised." ~ 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 (ESV).

"Because he holds fast to me in love, I will deliver him;

          I will protect him, because he knows my name.

When he calls to me, I will answer him;

          I will be with him in trouble;

          I will rescue him and honor him.

With long life I will satisfy him and show him my salvation."

~ Psalms 91:14-16 (ESV)

These are the promises of the Lord. So brothers and sisters, let us hold these to our hearts for He loves us and will never forsake us. Your day is not as bad as you think =)

Appreciation Day

Yesterday we had a unique Life-Group where we celebrate the existence of each one of us in Daniel 2 and the support every individual contributes to the family. Thus, the title above.
It is not everyday that people walk up to you and say "Hey! Thank you for helping out." Sometimes the contributions that you gave do not tend to be noticed and some are not visible from the outside; spiritual support for instant. Therefore the appreciation day, where each of us is given the opportunity to thank every single one of our brothers and sisters who have helped us in some ways, indifference of testing our graciousness or washing the dishes. This is the time where we thank them for "letting me wait for 3 hours the other day. I am more patient now." or "thank you for stealing my food during dinner. I find my diet plan working." We thank them for helping us to GROW MORE "CHRIST-LIKE"!

"We ask you, brothers, to respect those who labor among you and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, and to esteem them very highly in love because of their work. Be at peace among yourselves. And urge you, brothers, admonish the idle, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, be patient with them all." ~ 1 Thessalonians 5:12-14 (ESV)

Once again, thank you Daniel 2 for the different ones who have brought "love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control." ~ Galatians 5:22-23 (ESV).

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