Holiday Suggestion~

Dear members,


It's already school holidays for the school students!!! What good thing that you have done that you will be glad to tell your friends what you had done during your school holidays when school reopens? Time is short, and we should all live life to the fullest. If you have any suggestion on what activities to do with the group, be it just a lunch for fellowship, a movie, a walk in garden, etc etc..please to feel free to suggest your opinion and we will take it to decision. Thank you!

God's Secret Agents

It seems that Americans today are fascinated by the concept of angels, depicting them in everything from jewelry and Christmas decorations to movies and television programs.

A poll conducted by Time magazine in 1993 reported that 69 percent of American adults believed in the existence of angels, and 46 percent felt they had their own guardian angel. Also, 32 percent claimed to have felt an angelic presence at some time in their lives.

In addition, a 2000 poll conducted by the Barna Research Group of Ventura, California, found that 81 percent of adults polled said they believed that "angels exist and influence people's lives."

But is it correct to assume that angels are the nonthreatening, loving beings that many people believe them to be? That all depends.

We find instances in the Bible when angels were sent to deliver specific messages from God. They often began their messages with phrases like "Do not be afraid," or "Do not fear."

But we also find instances in which God used angels to execute His judgment, as in the case of Sodom and Gomorrah and elsewhere.

Generally, God's angels operate undercover. They don't draw attention to themselves, but instead carry out God's assignments.

One reason we may not recognize the presence of angels in our lives is because they are doing their jobs properly. Angels are actively involved in the lives of the people of God, and even in the affairs of people in general. They have a specific function and ministry in the lives of Christians.

The Bible says in Psalm 34:7, "The angel of the Lord encamps all around those who fear Him, and delivers them" (NKJV). Hebrews 1:14 says of angels, "Are they not all ministering spirits sent forth to minister for those who will inherit salvation?" (NKJV).

It is even possible that you have personally met an angel. Hebrews 13:2 teaches, "Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some have unwittingly entertained angels" (NKJV).

It is amazing to think that some of us may have communicated with an angel, but were unaware of it. Angels are nearer than we may realize.

If an angel of God were to appear before you right now, you would stand in awe because angels are very beautiful. When we read biblical accounts of people who encountered angels, they were often overwhelmed by the glory and beauty of them.

Still, angels remain invisible most of the time, except on very special occasions when God sends them on a unique mission or clothes them in human form.

Contrary to what some have been led to believe, angels are not deceased human beings who are trying to earn their wings. Also, when someone dies, their friends or loved ones may say that person is now an angel who watches over them. However, this is not true.

When people say that someone who has died now helps them or guides them or their presence is felt, it is not true. People who have gone from this life into eternity do not communicate with us. They do not comfort us. They do not guide us. Certainly, they do not turn into angels. Angels are an altogether unique group created by God.

Also contrary to what some people have attempted to do, it is incorrect to attempt communication with an angel, to try to pray to an angel, or to specifically develop a relationship with an angel. We find in Scripture that the focus is on praying to God, looking to God, and developing a relationship with God.

Yes, God does work through angels, but that is not the point. The point is that it is God who is doing it.

We don't know how many times angels have been working behind the scenes, how many times they have delivered us, helped us out of tight situations, or intervened on our behalf. Angels are all around us, taking care of us and ministering to us, even when we are not aware of their presence. This certainly gives hope in these troubled, dangerous times in which we are living.

When we think of all of the violence and chaos and danger in the world today, it is comforting to know that God's angels are watching out for us. They may not help you find a parking space or make your casseroles more flavorful, but you can be certain that angels are God's secret agents, powerfully and effectively doing the work He has called them to do.

Above article are extracted from http://www.crosswalk.com/spirituallife/11582498/

T-R-U-S-T

In our last devotional, we talked about the need to trust God. You may wonder, what does trust really mean? Let me help you understand by using the word T-R-U-S-T as an acronym.

“T” stands for trust…which means that if you are going to trust Him, you have to take Him at His word. Even if it seems like it is not true, you take Him at His word. If we will take Him at His word, He will guide us through the course of life and bring us across the finish line safely.

“R” stands for rest. The Bible tells us to rest in the Lord. 1 Peter 5:7 says, Casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you. Do not worry. Worry is like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do, but you don’t get anywhere.

“U” stands for understanding. Proverbs 3:5 says, Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. Sometimes things just won’t make sense to your understanding.

“S” stands for speech. Our speech is an expression of our faith. In Mark 11, Jesus said, “Have faith in God.” And then the very next thing Jesus said is, “Whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be removed and be cast into the sea,’ and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that those things he says will be done, he will have whatever he says.” Our faith in God is expressed through our speech.

The final “T” stands for thanksgiving. We offer thanks to God in advance. Philippians 4:6 says, Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. When we offer thanks to God, it is an expression of our faith.

That’s T-R-U-S-T!

Above article are extracted from http://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/Answers/11582732/

CMC Combine meeting

AGC Youth will be having a combine meeting with CMC (Christ Methodists Church), the detail are as below:

• Venue : CMC ( located around the Korean village opposite Ampang Point)
• Date : 1st of November 2008 (Saturday)
• Time : 4.30pm
• Activity : TBC 

Well this is just to inform you guys about the combine meeting, more information TBC ( To be confirm) when I get it. Or maybe you can visit AGC.Youth blog to see it there's any update or detail on it. 

Do make yourself available on that day and bring along friends to join us.

Four Levels of Gratitude

Ephesians 5:20 – “Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

There are four types of people.

There are those who are constantly complaining and grumbling. Have you met any of these folks? I mean, they can brighten up a room just by leaving it. That’s the lowest level.

Then there are others who live lives of ingratitude. They don’t complain, but they never thank God for His obvious blessings. That’s a little better, but not much better.

Then there are people who thank God for obvious blessings. When something good happens, they’re grateful. That’s a better level.

But the highest level is to be grateful for all things at all times. That is the secret of a happy and productive life.

Bow before the Lord and begin to think about difficult circumstances you’re facing. Now, thank Him for each one in light of James 1:2-4 which tells us: “My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; Knowing this, that the trying of your faith worketh patience. But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing.”

Article extracted from http://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/LoveWorthFinding/11582584/

God’s Provision for Your Failure

Psalm 37:23-24 states,

The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD, and He delights in his way. Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down; for the LORD upholds him with His hand.

When you first read these verses, it is easy to focus on the truth that God orders the steps of a good man, someone who is following God. That is certainly a comforting, motivating, and powerful truth.

But I want to point you to the second sentence, Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down; for the LORD upholds him with His hand.

What an amazing statement! Even when your steps are being ordered by the Lord, you can still goof up! God affirms that you may be seeking to walk with Him and you can still mess up, there is always that human factor.

Our flesh gets in the way. Sometimes we make wrong decisions. Sometimes we can be a bit stubborn. And sometimes we blow it, even when that is the last thing we want to do!

Here is what I want you to grasp today: Even if you mess things up, even if you stumble and fall, God will not utterly abandon you. He will support you, and He will lift you up with His hand.

The Bible says in the book of Deuteronomy that God is our refuge and our strength and that underneath us are His everlasting arms. That brings me a lot of comfort.

You and I may stumble, you and I may fall, but we are not going to stay down, because God’s arms and His hands are underneath us, and they will uphold us.

Thank God for that!

Above article was extracted from http://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/answersforeachday/

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Behind the scene: Sister Yeong Yin.( far left)
Jeff and Joan...Joan and Jeff.
Chairman: Uncle Jeffrey
Bride, awaiting to walk into the church, while we watch...
Flower boy whatever boy you name it walked in first...

Dang dang DaNg dAnG....

The Groom
Boy:"I do..."
Girl:Eh...come, I show you something...
At last, a romantic sight of the guy..LOL! SO cute!!!!!!!!!!!!
Boy:Take my hand la, why take that idiot flower.
Girl: (who cares)...
*the cute girl in the pictures is Lily's pretty daughter, Abigail, with a little cute boy...=D

It was the Raja Sehari, the millenium of AGC, once again, the Goh family is having their second wedding!!!!! ( children) It was first the sister, che che Lily--now upgraded to Aunty Lily. LOL! 2 years back? and now the brother, David.

It was David and Ivy's Wedding @ JIC!!!!

Congratulations once again...

Not many, in fact, few youths turned out, why? No idea...

Anyways, we do have the usual what-u-will-do during weddings and song presentation by Jeff, Joan, Aunty Lily and Uncle Kelvin.

The food is the most memorable(to me), why? because we have LAMB(mutton) and mint sauce..keke..we were also treated with Secret Recipe cakes--brownies and 'don't know what' cake.

Nyahahaha...why is this so informal? LOL!

ANyways, I took a few and record the process of the wedding. Do enjoy! hehe...

-more pictures and video soon-

Prayer Items ( 17/9/2008- 21/9/2008)

Prayers are important.

Please do pray with sincere heart and faith for:

1.Edwin: Having his last exam paper (18/9); youth camp (cf), pray for the camp organiser.

2. Lester: might be infected with TB, hope that the family would be alright (emotion).

3. Keng Lik: Examination next week- able to remember what he had studied (short time memory--according to him) ; spine--feels that God is healing it (praise the Lord!)

4: Yee Ann: Healing to his legs ( due to sports); pray for more time--too many things to do and too little time.



Thanks.

CFC Great Adventure

Yup! The CFC and Counter Culture group had serious crazy fun and great adventure at Gabai Waterfall. We suppose to leave early on that but due to some unseen circumstances we only manage to leave 915am. However we manage to reach there in 30 mins because the swift and skillful abilities of our professional transporter. Once we arrive there, we all manage to lose our weight as we need to walk, climb, trek and drench to reach to the special spot where we can perform expert slide and dive. After awhile Joy gave us a treasure hunting experience. Please ask Joy for more info. After the enjoyment, we hijacked the other group by having our lunch at Old Town. Then we have some cyberspace adventure. Here are some pictures to prove that we had crazing and countering voyage.

Lantern Festival Celebration

Ladies and gentleman, we are so happy and glad for those who had join us for the lantern festival, I bet most of us really enjoy ourselves and had lots of fun right?

Well for those who missed it, here is what we did during that day, enjoy this post as u said to yourself "darn, I missed the whole fun, should had been there" haha. But it wont be that detail, for I wasn't really participating in that event.

Ok, the event was suppose to start at 6.30pm, however due to the bad traffic (because it's Puasa month) most of the people came late hence the event started late (around 7.30pm lol).

The crowd was split into 8 group, where each group were asked to tell the story about the origin of mid-autumn festival. Each group have their own version of story which made every laugh because it is just too ridiculous, crazy, don't make sense and hilarious. It was the time where everyone have fun laughing out loud.

After the story telling, we had our dinner.... After filling our hungry tummy, we were asked to find the riddle hung on the mango tree out side the house. Unfortunately not everyone followed the instruction, and they end up ripping out the riddle from the tree, so David have to read out the riddle instead of us having fun finding the riddle hidden all over the mango tree ( I was actually glad that they rip it out, cause the tree is full with spidy webby haha). After guessing all the riddle, the group that won are asked to come out to perform. So we have a good time watching Sebastian, our AGC dancer performing his dance, but he was kinda shy that time until Dexter challenge him.

Ok let us move on. After the riddle part, we are asked to make our own special special lantern (with tin can) before leaving to Taman Hill View Highland Tower (for those who doesn't know what happen to that place during 1993, just click on the link to find out). It took us almost 15-20min of walk before reaching that location. (well i dont have the picture with me now, will upload as soon as i get it). Upon reaching Highland Tower, all the candle were almost burnt out. Surprisingly, the moon light was bright enough that we dont really need the candle yet still able to see.

Ok after scaring ourself for about 5-10 minute there, we decided to walk back. Everyone started to leave when it was 11.20pm. Well thats just a short summary of what happened that day.

Stay tune for more photos and the update on our waterfall outing at Sungai Gabai last Saturday.

God Bless

~~Keng Lik~~

What Trust Looks Like

Today I took a walk through Boston. The Boston Common is a beautiful and peaceful oasis to walk and pray. On my way back to the hotel I noticed a man on a motorized scooter. He was severely physically challenged. It appeared he was dealing with advanced Cerebral Palsy. The man was unable to communicate beyond noises and grunts. I have learned a lot about dealing with physically challenged people from my wife’s years of serving special needs kids. She has taught me to just treat them like anyone else. No need to look with pity or speak louder.

The man was selling water and soft drinks from his scooter. He had a little cooler and a money box with a slot. There was a sign that listed the prices. Another sign noted a box to make change because he was unable to execute even that simple task. So I went up to the man, smiled at him, told him I wanted a water and put money in the box. He grunted a response as I took my water and walked away.

I have to tell you that I walked away inspired and uplifted. Inspired by a man who refuses to let major challenges keep him from doing something for himself. I thought about how this man was demonstrating total trust every time he ventures out. He must trust those who do business with him to leave the correct amount and to make change. He has no choice but to trust others. I would struggle with having to trust others and not being able to control the situation at all. But he has made a choice to take a chance to trust others with himself.

That is what God asks me to do. He wants me to completely trust Him with all of me. A sincere comment from one of the recent blogs came to mind. The writer said that “the primary focus of our Christianity is pleasing God”. That seems to make sense and that is what I lived for years. But I am learning through my study from the book TrueFaced that my primary focus should be trusting God, not pleasing Him. I encourage you to watch a bit of that message. What can I do to please God? Scripture tells me that faith pleases God. In Hebrews we read that without faith it is impossible to please God. But I would rather do stuff to try and earn His favor. If I take that path I can maintain a little control. When I choose to simply trust God I get scared. I want to hold back a little (or a large) percentage. We have been taught a theology that God rewards us based on our deeds. Read carefully. I am not saying that we should do nothing. I am saying that my deeds flow out of trusting God, allowing Him to love me even in my “as is” condition. My deeds flow out of worshiping Jesus for paying the price to make me righteous before a Holy God. My deeds flow out of peace as the Holy Spirit fills my heart with comfort. I spent three decades trying to do good deeds to access what I already had the first day I trusted Christ. I spent years trying to earn gifts that were already given and simply need to be unwrapped.

Was this man an angel in disguise today? I was blessed by his courage and trust. I want to continue to learn to put my ego, my need to hang on to control and my pride on the altar and leave it there. I want to trust Him completely. That will please Him more than anything

The above article is from http://www.crosswalk.com/11580495/


~~Keng Lik~~

Our Next Episode

Warriors, let’s get ready for our next adventure.

Trust your feelings, your eyes may deceive you.

Get yourself ready as CFC and Counter Culture are going to the waterfall on this Saturday,
13 Sep at Hulu Langat.

We will meet at McDonald Petronas at 830am. Get your armor and equipment (extra clothes, towel, etc.) and foods. We gonna be there till 12pm.

Need transport? Look for our professional transporter cum bodyguard that is Kingsley, Keng Lik, Eu Gin, Jee Yann and Yeeann.

To enjoy, come you must.

12th September Mid-Autumn Festival

Attention everyone, this coming 12th of September 2008, AGC Youth will be having a Mid-Autumn Festival, Detail are as below:

• Time : 6.30pm
• Place : Yong's Resident
• Transport : Contact either me, Yee Ann or your group leader.
• What to bring : Empty tins, nails, hammer, can opener
• Extra things to bring: Lantern (for backup), Mooncake(If got extra), yourself and friends of cause.

Everyone is welcome to join us, it is not only limited to AGC youth, I am sure everyone will have a good time. Looking forward to meet you guys there.

Run The Race

Hey guys, still remember the theme of our camp this year? If you had forgotten let me just refresh your memory, our theme was Amazing Race and the theme verse were from Hebrews 12:1-2 "Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God."

Well how's things going on in life now? Remember that the race start after the camp? So have u actually started the race? Are you still running? Are you exhausted already? Are you enduring even though you are tired? Had u fell and hurt yourself? Are you standing back up after the fall or sitting there crying all day long? What are you fixing your eye on? Anyone out there supporting you in the race?





As for me I can honestly tell that I am only running at a very slow pace.(or maybe just walking) That's because while running the race I was distracted by all the beautiful scenery, my shoelace got untied, I tripped and fell, got worn out by the hot sun, and when it's raining, heavily I lost my direction due to the blurry vision and headed to the wrong direction.

Despite all that I am still thankful for one thing, that is I am still in the race, I had not quite or gave up on the race although many trial and distraction are ahead of me, because one thing i know is that, no matter I am the first or the last to finish the race, I still will receive a prize as promised by God, with the condition as long as we never give up and are still running the race till we reach the finishing line.


2 Timothy 4:7-8 "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing."

"Jesus has already run the race and rewards those who follow in his footsteps to the finish. Winning isn’t the issue, for we have already been promised the prize. All we need to do is to get in and run the race to completion."(Meghan Kleppinger)

Intersecting Faith & Life: You may not be the fastest runner, and that is okay because the race of faith set before us is one of endurance, not speed. Build up your strength through prayer, studying and meditating on God's Word.

Take care my brothers and sisters, may God bless us richly each time we ask Him to help us in our race, and remember it's not all about winning, it's all about completing the race.

I WILL RUN TO YOU

~~Keng Lik~~

Prayer Items ( 9/9/2008- 14/9/2008)

Let's keep our brothers and sisters in Christ in prayer. =)
Please pray for:

1. Sharlene: Pray that she won't be emo

2.Angie: Thank God that she is having a better week than last week's.

3.Kingsley: Everthing is good, just that Lester might be having TB, but went to the doctor yesterday( 9/9), so pray for good health.

4.Edwin: stressful, having exam next week, pray for wisdom.

5. Keng Lik: pray for his spine( healing), discipline on doing devotion, and time management.

6.Don't forget our UPSR friends,
as they are having exam this week, pray for wisdom and peace.

7. Joseph: Got landed by a 'giant' and have broke his leg, pray for speedy recovery.

8. Adeline: Pray that she won't procrastinate, more hardworking and not to be lazy all the time. and of course, PMR.

9. Joy: pray for strength, health, exam and the next competition.

THanks!

God Bless,
-SarahL.X.Wen-

Abiding in the Vine

Remain in me, and I will remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me."I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” John 15:4-5

One thing you’ll never see is a fruit factory. Now, you’ll see factories for making clothing, cars, and computers, but not a fruit factory. Instead fruit is grown in an orchard. It is dependent upon life. There is no fruit without life.

The only way that fruit is going to ripen and grow is in the right climate and with the right nutrients. Just as we can’t grow bananas in Alaska, we can’t grow and produce the fruit of the Spirit unless we’re in the place where the Spirit can produce His fruit in us.

And that place is walking and abiding in the Spirit.

Read Galatians 5:22-25 today and ask God to help you abide in the Spirit to produce the fruit He desires in your life. "

The above article are extracted from http://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/LoveWorthFinding/11581429/

~~Keng Lik~~

Something to share

Well I guess what I can do to update this blog more frequently is by sharing my devotion or meaningful article I read from some useful website.

I read a short simple article and felt very encouraged by it.I learn how to see things in a more Godly persepctive, and learn not to follow the worldly view and values which will only make us feel miserable. Here goes the article extracted from http://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/LoveWorthFinding/11581436/

God Keeps the Score

“And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you.” Ephesians 4:32

I read something that deeply touched my heart about a PGA golfer named DiVensenzo.
As he was leaving a golf course with his winnings, a woman approached him and said, “I have a baby who is dying.” Moved with compassion, he endorsed the check and gave it to her saying, “Take this, and try to buy some happiness for yourself and your child.”

A week later, he was in the clubhouse having lunch, and one of the PGA officials came up to him and said, “Did you know that the woman who approached you last week didn’t have a baby dying of an incurable disease!” And DiVensenzo said, “There’s no baby dying? That’s the best news I’ve heard all week!”

What an attitude!

Do you ever feel like people are going to take advantage of you? Be thankful today that God keeps the score. "

~~Keng Lik~~

Sarah Loke Swoop To CFC

We Crazy For Christ are delighted to announce the signing of Sarah Loke. We manage to clinch the transfer of Sarah Loke from Counter Culture just before the transfer window deadline. We are absolutely delighted to get the opportunity to work with such an incredible talent like Sarah. This is a key signing. Her style and ability will give the team a different dimension. However we are sad that we lost Joy to Counter Culture. We're going to miss her warmth and the joy she bring to the team. She is undoubtedly one of the best. Lastly we would like to thank Joy for the marvellous things she brings to our group.

Finally an update

Ok guys sorry for the long hiatus, now I am back to update this blog since there actually still are people visiting this blog.

Ok first of let, I have an announcement, erm more like a reminder to all the member of CFC.

Well guys do you still remember the Saturday where we were suppose to play captain ball at UKRC but we end up hanging out at Petronas McD due to the bad whether? I am sure most of you still remember that day right, but do you guys still remember what we discussed about the project we were suppost to do ?

Let me refresh ur mind if you forgotten about the plan. Well we actually plan to do fund raising for the OA (orang asli). Our target is to collect RM 200-300 right before Christmas. We will try to collect tins and old news paper, after collecting all those stuff we can hand it to Angie to sell it...... Besides that, we also plan to sell homemade cake and cookies after morning service during October and November.

So guys, how's the collection? Started collecting yet? Dont forget to continue the good work up if you had started, and better start collection today if you haven started any collection yet. Hope that we will be able to meet our target! Let us do our best in this very first project as a group...

Oh ya before I end this post, I would like to thank Angie for bringing her friend Joanne and Kingsley for bringing Iris to join us that day. To Joanne and Iris, thank you for joining us, we are delight with ur present, come more often ok, hope to see you guys again soon.

Stay tune for more update guys...

~~Keng Lik~~