Thursday, October 11, 2007
Tis the season to be moving..
This really seems to be the season where God seems to be moving us into new grounds. =) On many fronts I can see that happening. Here's the updates.
In my studies, I'm going on to study at ECU to get a Diploma in Counseling, which is equivalent to Year One Studies in Bachelor of Social Science. This move is important even though I'm still in Mentoring and will move on to Missions from there. I might not have the time and energy to pursue the basics in the future as commitments will start to increase. I have no intention to become a counselor just as yet because it will hinder my ability to evangelise ('por' fessional ethics). But with counseling skills I can be more sensitive in my missions work.
In my personal outreach, I am studying Japanese and understanding more about the Japanese culture (in case you are wondering about the stuccuto english I'm using, this will probably give you more insight. Just imagine a Japanese accent while reading). It is really enjoyable and I'm really beginning to get excited about reaching out to Japanese in Singapore. I will be involved in a Christmas Choir Outreach program this Dec. This is also a fresh move since I met a Japanese believer a few months back. It looks like I will be headed to Japan for missions, if this move keeps up.
In Mentoring, we are considering the starting of a blog to interact with the students and hosting of photos/videos of activities we were involved in. Many guidelines need to be spelt out clearly as it is a public blog, but if all systems go we can start next year too. This is necessary to stay relevant in an internet age. IT's about high time we did something like that. Yet it's possibly gonna stay in the pipeline for yet a while. But if this is a move of God we better stay sharp.
In my family my parents have started two-way talks (sounds political hor) with each other to air their views and seek common understanding. This is a breakthrough of breakthrough because it was never something my mom was comfortable with. No doubt it's giving her troubled sleep but she's handling it well. She's started reading devotionals by Stormie Omartian too. This is an undeniable move of God. She supports my intention to help people claiming that if it is cos I want to do God's will and help people it's good!
We are definitely moving. As with the Israelites, before we move we need to trust God. When we move in we need to keep the statutes and commandments He has laid out for us, that it may be well for us and we may enter His blessings. Pray for continued obedience. Amen.
Mantou at 10:44 PM