Now I know what the swimmer feels like when he comes out of the water and gasps for breath. The past week has been like that, I realised. I've been swimming underwater for about 500 m before surfacing at last with a tremendous splash and gulping of sweet air. Yup. Looking back on the past week, I realised that I would never have gone through it if not for the grace and mercy of God, who has so wonderfully borne me up on his wings of love to let me soar like the eagles (my school motto). And now it's the National Day holidays. The workload is less. I'm feeling great. God is good. What could be better? :)

I went to the Christian Fellowship of my school on both last Friday and Saturday. When the programme started, I was struck by the passion and energy of the youth who gathered there. The singing was led by a student, and the guitar was played by one too. To hear the fervent and eager schoolmates of mine just crying out and praising God with all their hearts...well, it left a very lasting impression. I thank You Lord so much for the chance to worship You with no fear of persecution.

Then an old boy of the school shared his message with us. It was simple but powerful: live you life in such a way that when you die, people will talk about your life, not your death -- to the glory of God. This reminded me of many people, including me, sometimes. We get so caught up in doing things for God that our motives become confused. We end up seeking the praise of men rather than God. We volunteer for leadership positions and upfront things, but shun away at the thought of background, behind-the-scenes, "dirty work". This is very dangerous, as it leads people away from God, and instead points the attention to ourselves. The worst thing is that sometimes we don't mind either. We just accept it and in fact revel in it.

It recalled to me the song by Paul Baloche, that went "Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, nor the strong man boast in his strength. Let not the rich man boast in his riches, but let the humble come and give thanks. [...] I will boast in the Lord my God. I will boast in the One who's worthy." It is a timely reminder that we should not be proud of our achievements, but that we should ascribe ALL honour and glory to Him who sits on the throne forever.

God is faithful and never changes. I have been through only 14 and 2/3rds of my life, but already I can see that He is true to His word, and that his promises never fail me. He has always been there when I fell, and will continue to be forevermore. Thank You Lord! :D

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