Faith Noodles

I am exceptionally gifted and talented in one area: LOSING MY THINGS -_- It's what you call being disorganised and scatterbrained. One minute it'll be in my hand, the next minute it's gone and I can't recall where I've put it. I've been furiously journalling during my 2-week break. It's been so refreshing. This morning I have so much I want to journal about, but I can't seem to find my journal! And I've 20 minutes left before I need to head out the door. Tidied my whole room, still no sign of it. I am reminded about a prayer I heard an aunt of mine pray that sounded something like this: Dear God, Forgive me for being so careless. I repent from my carelessness. Teach me to be more responsible. Lead me to where I've put my .... In Jesus' name, Amen. I was so challenged by that prayer - by how she naturally involves God in everything and seeks to honour Him in every aspect of her life no matter how small. :) 

I see light returning to eyes that were once vacant, preoccupied, sad and troubled for so long now. I'm scared that this is just something fleeting, but I push that thought away. Because I know it's something more: God is doing something new in your heart. Waiting on God.. no matter how long.. is always worth the wait. :)

(knocks) Elsa? Please I know you're in there People are asking where you've been They say "have courage" and I'm trying to I'm right out here for you Please let me in We only have each other It's just you and me What are we gonna do? Do you wanna build a snowman?

Usually on the 31st each year, I come up with a lot of complex resolutions - like specific areas in my character that God wants to develop, His plans in my studies, what church I attend, relationships, ministry. And I end up with a pretty complicated list that to be honest, I only look at through January and chuck aside the rest of the year. Maybe I should review that list more consistently. But I think this year, I'm just gonna keep it simple so that I can easily retrieve it from my memory :D I feel like these are the two verses God is challenging me with this year. Isaiah 48:17, "This is what the Lord says - Your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: 'I am the Lord Your God, who teaches you what is best for you, who directs you in the way you should go.' " This verse has really become such an encouragement to me since I heard it in church. In all the scary uncertainties, I've been bringing it to mind - reminding my wandering heart that God wi...

When people you care about around you have so much going on for them and you wanna be there for each and everyone of them and then you start feeling a little burnt out, a little frustrated with yourself for not supporting them and praying for them as best you can - this sermon by this pastor who is doing his PhD on the role of the Holy Spirit is worth a read :) I feel a little selfish writing this when my friends are going through far worse things than a burn out so  I just have to say to my friends reading this:  I'll always love to and want to listen to you no matter how easygoing/hectic my life is! I just can't do it without God's Spirit  :) <3 Luke 4:18 “The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has  anointed  me to proclaim good news  to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.” The Spirit of God c...

Yesterday, I was reminded of the fragility of life. And it scares me. I don't think I handle such things well at all. My stomach feels like it's all knotted up with worry. I can't think clearly. My eyes are puffy from crying and praying. It frustrates me that I can do nothing practical being so far away. I can't even give one hug. I'm so glad everyone is kinda ok - badly shaken, with minor injuries. In the midst of my intense emotions (yeah, get a grip, girl!), I know I must trust God. But just knowing that Jesus Christ became poor and subjected Himself to the fragilty and frailty of human life really comforts me. He was born in a stable so 30 years later, He might hang on a cross so that we may have victory over sin and death, forever. So because He lives, we can all face today. Haha, and this verse comes to mind: "Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?" Matthew 6:2