Mission Nite, 16th June 2005 at 8.00 pm.
3 persons shared their experiences in Bangladesh, Thailand, China and amongst the Sengois in Perak. The presentations were about spreading God's word in different parts of the world. I found several points interesting. 1. We can actually do very little in terms of relieving immediate human needs like housing, food shortage, sanitation, medical care etc. Our time and monetary resources are limited and finite. 2. I believe it is the instant delivery of support, care and love which the people want and lack that make mission trips successful. 3. These trips "softened the hearts of the people and are good examples of Christian living and sharing" quoted Dr. Tai Kim Teng. I strongly agree with him. 4. Henceforth, it makes the job of the local pastor easier to talk about Christ. 5. Further, missions deepen the soul's hunger for the word of God. Missions are interesting! Field work is not for everyone. One can encourage and support mission activities (e.g. monetary pledges)
Thursday, June 16, 2005
Wednesday, June 1, 2005
A Wonderful Trip
Our trip to Cameron Highlands on 29th May 2005 was truly wonderful. The weather was beautiful. Four families and 4 little guests from our church had so much fun. We should organise more trips of this sort. Thank God we went into the jungle and came out unhurt. The kids truly enjoyed themselves. Will we go back again? A resounding 'YEEEEES'.
Saturday, May 28, 2005
Walking on the road
When we walk on the road nowadays we are always concerned about snatch thieves. But we should be more concerned about whether a motorist is going to hit and injure us.
Some suggestions. 1. Always walk on the side of the road with you facing on coming vehicles. In this way you can see the driver and the vehicle. Observe the speed and how near the vehicle is coming onto the side of the road. 2. Always walk on the allocated foot path when available. 3. Use overhead brigde when crossing roads. 4. Never cross a road near a junction. Cross a road at least 50 yards away from the junction. Motorist turning a sharp corner may not be able to brake on time 5. Face straight looking at on coming vehicles but beware of uncovered man holes. 6. Wear light coloured dress in the dark or flourescent belts.
Remember if a motorist can ram another vehicle much larger than us, beware, we are easier targets for accidents.
Some suggestions. 1. Always walk on the side of the road with you facing on coming vehicles. In this way you can see the driver and the vehicle. Observe the speed and how near the vehicle is coming onto the side of the road. 2. Always walk on the allocated foot path when available. 3. Use overhead brigde when crossing roads. 4. Never cross a road near a junction. Cross a road at least 50 yards away from the junction. Motorist turning a sharp corner may not be able to brake on time 5. Face straight looking at on coming vehicles but beware of uncovered man holes. 6. Wear light coloured dress in the dark or flourescent belts.
Remember if a motorist can ram another vehicle much larger than us, beware, we are easier targets for accidents.
Monday, May 23, 2005
Response to Motor Vehicle Accident
Often enough we do see a motor vehicle accident while we are on the road. What should be our response? Should we get off our cars to help? How can we help?
If we decide to help the first thing to do is actually to make sure that our vehicle is safely parked by the side of the road with hazard lights blinking. Next, before alighting make sure the occupants in the car are safe or are able to take care of themselves especially if there are children in the car.
Here are some of the things we can do in an accident scene.
1. Direct traffic. Make sure you are wearing clothes which are readily visible. A torch like and a reflective vest will be very useful at night.
2. Move injured away from further danger eg. on coming cars, possible fire. Make sure there is no neck injury otherwise movement may cause further damage of spinal cord resulting in paralysis. Splinting of injured parts maybe required. Wear gloves if you have. The scene can be very bloody.
3. Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation. Only if you know how.
4. Call for help with your handphone. Police, hospital, etc.
5. Transporting injured in your vehicle to nearest hospital maybe faster and life saving if there is uncontrollable bleeding or serious penetrating injuries. Be prepared to see blood, vomitus all over your car.
6. Pack and bandage areas of profuse bleeding. A tourniquette application may occasionally be required when a large artery is severed and bleeding profusely.
If we decide to help the first thing to do is actually to make sure that our vehicle is safely parked by the side of the road with hazard lights blinking. Next, before alighting make sure the occupants in the car are safe or are able to take care of themselves especially if there are children in the car.
Here are some of the things we can do in an accident scene.
1. Direct traffic. Make sure you are wearing clothes which are readily visible. A torch like and a reflective vest will be very useful at night.
2. Move injured away from further danger eg. on coming cars, possible fire. Make sure there is no neck injury otherwise movement may cause further damage of spinal cord resulting in paralysis. Splinting of injured parts maybe required. Wear gloves if you have. The scene can be very bloody.
3. Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation. Only if you know how.
4. Call for help with your handphone. Police, hospital, etc.
5. Transporting injured in your vehicle to nearest hospital maybe faster and life saving if there is uncontrollable bleeding or serious penetrating injuries. Be prepared to see blood, vomitus all over your car.
6. Pack and bandage areas of profuse bleeding. A tourniquette application may occasionally be required when a large artery is severed and bleeding profusely.
Sunday, May 22, 2005
Understanding Worship
Worship is far more than praising, singing, and praying to God. Worship is a lifestyle of enjoying God, loving him, and giving ourselves to be used for his purposes. When you use your life for God's glory, everything you do can become an act of worship. The Bible says, "Use your whole body as a tool to do what is right for the glory of God." ---- Rick Warren
I agree with him.
I agree with him.
Saturday, May 21, 2005
About Money
Something to ponder about what George Buttrick (pastor and writter) said, "Of all the masters the soul can choose, there are at last only two - God and money. All choices, however small, however the alternatives may be disguised, are but variants of this choice."
Thought provoking, huh!!
Thought provoking, huh!!
Thursday, May 19, 2005
Doing Our Part
Today's posting in Our Daily Bread is rather interesting. Read: 2 Kings 20:1-7.
Essentially, when we ask God for help, we must be willing to do whatever we can, using whatever means He gives.
I am still scouting for suitable candidates to form the Perak Chest Society. It has been rather disappointing day after day. Do let me know if you have someone who might me interested in doing some charitable works.
My old friend, Dr. Yoong Sao Chin will be giving a talk in CGMC this Saturday at 4.30 pm till 6.30 pm. The topic is about disaster relief work. He served under CREST for a week long missions aid programme in Nias (Indonesia) recently. All are welcomed.
Essentially, when we ask God for help, we must be willing to do whatever we can, using whatever means He gives.
I am still scouting for suitable candidates to form the Perak Chest Society. It has been rather disappointing day after day. Do let me know if you have someone who might me interested in doing some charitable works.
My old friend, Dr. Yoong Sao Chin will be giving a talk in CGMC this Saturday at 4.30 pm till 6.30 pm. The topic is about disaster relief work. He served under CREST for a week long missions aid programme in Nias (Indonesia) recently. All are welcomed.
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