This post is for all YE members!
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Everyone!
Heh umm I'm not really sure why I decided to dedicate a post to YE. But I think I've got lots of things to say...
Well lets start with GDOP shall we? Kinda lonely cos I was the only YE person who went. But no matter! It was somewhat like last year, and I enjoyed it thoroughly. The amazing thing was that God held back the clouds. We could see flashes of lightning in the distance, and it seemed like the clouds were making their way towards the stadium. But just as it was about to reach the stadium they stopped.
During the prayer process there were lots of songs, lots of cheering for God and of course lots of intercession. Praying for the country, praying for society, praying for the world. I went to GDOP with a purpose. I wanted to know what vision God wanted for YE, and also the worship team. And I believe God gave me an answer. Actually 2 answers.
1. YE has to learn to be more open.
Well, not in terms of friendships. That we're doing pretty well. The openess I refer to is the kind of unity that makes you unafraid of sharing your deepest secrets, your emotional problems, your school life, your spiritual journey with others in YE you don't know so well (especially your leaders and mentors). Sometimes, its this openess that allows you to say something if you think theres something wrong.
Thats where I believe we're lacking. Sometimes we share things within our circle of friends. But when prayer is needed, the more people, the better! And if its rebuke, say it to the person so that they know what they've done wrong. Its quite pointless rebuking the person without letting him/her know right?
Well some people do try and ask about other people's spiritual growth, but others (me for example) are extremely shy. Haha while we want to know whats going on in your life, we'll probably not ask in case we probe too much and hurt your feelings.
Well, I'll try initiating something for YE worship to help with that. But I'll have to discuss it with the leaders first.
2. YE has to learn to act more God centred. (That means I don't doubt your focus on God, but some actions don't speak the right way. Savvy?)
This one I have to be a bit more harsh. I think I'll have to post occasional warnings...
For starters, some of the things you guys say are just not right. Stop using the word d***. Stop using any vulgarities for that matter (Eden-Sol you guys too). I've heard it lots of times. Stop using the phrase OMG (even when on an MSN convo). Substitute it with something else. I know sometimes you guys want OMG to refer to Oh My Goodness. If so, say that instead of using the short form.
Cos OMG can mean Oh My God. Never use God's name in vain or for something as silly as an exclamation.
Another thing. Stop gossiping. Please don't say this guy's gf is so and so, this gal's bf is so and so and so. You'll end up hurting one another and if you do actually love that person it'll harm your relationship. Yeah, also, gossiping affects the openess stated above. If everyone keeps talking about it behind a person's back, the person wouldn't dare to say it aloud in the first place.
Lets start with these 2 things ok? Not asking you guys to change overnight, but try and change. These things are habits that aren't easy to change, but try your best k? Its for your own good.
Ok besides that... I love you guys! I wanna see you guys not only have a good time in YE with your friends, but to grow into mature Christians as well! So take my advice, k?
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Leaders!
Well... I've had lots of guidance from you guys over the past few weeks... And I definitely have to say a word of thanks to everyone. Aunty K, David, Gerald, Shirley, Tim. Thank you! Now I see my path very clearly.
I believe God wants me to move deeper into worship, perhaps even into worship leading. Aunty K made me realise that. And I believe God also wants me to be a prayer warrior. Last year... During Eden-Sol concert we prayed so much that I think I've gotten enough experience to pray and intercede with confidence. But I think I'll only begin doing these things after my As and my first few weeks in NS. It'll be tough picking it up again if theres a sudden break.
To be a leader in YE worship. I know it won't be easy. Patience, gentleness, firmness. I'm still trying to find a balance. Tim, Gerald and Shirley have shown me the importance of that. The ability to influence. David showed me that I do have that. Now to learn how to use it wisely.
I'm looking forward to the near future. I think it'll be very interesting and fufilling!
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Worship Team!
Childhood friends!
I think this pretty much sums up everything.
I LOVE ALL OF YOU.
Though sometimes I may offend some of you guys, though I may say some insensitive things, I do it only because I care for your spiritual growth. Please forgive me if you still bear any sort of grudge against me. Please bear with me if I do it again. Talk to me if you feel unhappy, and it will be easier to sort out. Then we can see each other's view, and understand each other better, yes?
The retreat reminded me of how I got to know most of you guys better. And you were the ones who began talking to me, and that gave me the confidence to relate with others better. I owe you guys so much...
Some of you guys have intentions of going abroad, yes? Let me know if you really are ok?
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Hmm this is starting to sound like one of Paul the apostle's letters.
If you've read this and think it makes sense, please spread it to another member of YE! Oh and if you can quote verses in the bible to support what I've said above, that'll be good. Post the verse on the tagboard (leaders can join in too). I'll start searching for some of them as well! Do tag the board with responses to this post too! We need to be more open, so any opinion, even one against, is welcome!
I think I'll keep posting YE posts like this if you guys find it useful or meaningful! Let me know if you do.
See ya guys soon. God bless!
***
Everyone!
Heh umm I'm not really sure why I decided to dedicate a post to YE. But I think I've got lots of things to say...
Well lets start with GDOP shall we? Kinda lonely cos I was the only YE person who went. But no matter! It was somewhat like last year, and I enjoyed it thoroughly. The amazing thing was that God held back the clouds. We could see flashes of lightning in the distance, and it seemed like the clouds were making their way towards the stadium. But just as it was about to reach the stadium they stopped.
During the prayer process there were lots of songs, lots of cheering for God and of course lots of intercession. Praying for the country, praying for society, praying for the world. I went to GDOP with a purpose. I wanted to know what vision God wanted for YE, and also the worship team. And I believe God gave me an answer. Actually 2 answers.
1. YE has to learn to be more open.
Well, not in terms of friendships. That we're doing pretty well. The openess I refer to is the kind of unity that makes you unafraid of sharing your deepest secrets, your emotional problems, your school life, your spiritual journey with others in YE you don't know so well (especially your leaders and mentors). Sometimes, its this openess that allows you to say something if you think theres something wrong.
Thats where I believe we're lacking. Sometimes we share things within our circle of friends. But when prayer is needed, the more people, the better! And if its rebuke, say it to the person so that they know what they've done wrong. Its quite pointless rebuking the person without letting him/her know right?
Well some people do try and ask about other people's spiritual growth, but others (me for example) are extremely shy. Haha while we want to know whats going on in your life, we'll probably not ask in case we probe too much and hurt your feelings.
Well, I'll try initiating something for YE worship to help with that. But I'll have to discuss it with the leaders first.
2. YE has to learn to act more God centred. (That means I don't doubt your focus on God, but some actions don't speak the right way. Savvy?)
This one I have to be a bit more harsh. I think I'll have to post occasional warnings...
For starters, some of the things you guys say are just not right. Stop using the word d***. Stop using any vulgarities for that matter (Eden-Sol you guys too). I've heard it lots of times. Stop using the phrase OMG (even when on an MSN convo). Substitute it with something else. I know sometimes you guys want OMG to refer to Oh My Goodness. If so, say that instead of using the short form.
Cos OMG can mean Oh My God. Never use God's name in vain or for something as silly as an exclamation.
Another thing. Stop gossiping. Please don't say this guy's gf is so and so, this gal's bf is so and so and so. You'll end up hurting one another and if you do actually love that person it'll harm your relationship. Yeah, also, gossiping affects the openess stated above. If everyone keeps talking about it behind a person's back, the person wouldn't dare to say it aloud in the first place.
Lets start with these 2 things ok? Not asking you guys to change overnight, but try and change. These things are habits that aren't easy to change, but try your best k? Its for your own good.
Ok besides that... I love you guys! I wanna see you guys not only have a good time in YE with your friends, but to grow into mature Christians as well! So take my advice, k?
***
Leaders!
Well... I've had lots of guidance from you guys over the past few weeks... And I definitely have to say a word of thanks to everyone. Aunty K, David, Gerald, Shirley, Tim. Thank you! Now I see my path very clearly.
I believe God wants me to move deeper into worship, perhaps even into worship leading. Aunty K made me realise that. And I believe God also wants me to be a prayer warrior. Last year... During Eden-Sol concert we prayed so much that I think I've gotten enough experience to pray and intercede with confidence. But I think I'll only begin doing these things after my As and my first few weeks in NS. It'll be tough picking it up again if theres a sudden break.
To be a leader in YE worship. I know it won't be easy. Patience, gentleness, firmness. I'm still trying to find a balance. Tim, Gerald and Shirley have shown me the importance of that. The ability to influence. David showed me that I do have that. Now to learn how to use it wisely.
I'm looking forward to the near future. I think it'll be very interesting and fufilling!
***
Worship Team!
You guys are doing extremely well in terms of musicality (proud of you guys =), but remember, as part of the worship team, the eyes of the rest of YE will be on you. So whatever things you do, they'll learn and try to emulate you. If you do good things... Good! Then YE will do good as well. But if you do bad things... You know what will happen. So each and everyday, check your actions, and do what is right in God's eyes. If you do that, it should be fine. Yup so try and do what Tim asked us to do for starters ok?
Yup. Another thing. To tell the truth, instruments don't really matter. So if you wanna upgrade your guitars or instruments and so on and so forth, its really up to you (though not encouraged). Cos its the hearts of the people in worship that is important, not the quality of the music.
Even if you buy a better pedal, a better amp, a better guitar, a better mike, a better set of drums, a better keyboard, it wouldn't mean a thing if we don't lead them into a time of worship, and their hearts aren't prepared for worship.
So any musso out there, if you decide to get new equipment I'm fine with it, but get your spiritual self in check as well! Thats what's really important! =)
***Childhood friends!
I think this pretty much sums up everything.
I LOVE ALL OF YOU.
Though sometimes I may offend some of you guys, though I may say some insensitive things, I do it only because I care for your spiritual growth. Please forgive me if you still bear any sort of grudge against me. Please bear with me if I do it again. Talk to me if you feel unhappy, and it will be easier to sort out. Then we can see each other's view, and understand each other better, yes?
The retreat reminded me of how I got to know most of you guys better. And you were the ones who began talking to me, and that gave me the confidence to relate with others better. I owe you guys so much...
Some of you guys have intentions of going abroad, yes? Let me know if you really are ok?
***
Hmm this is starting to sound like one of Paul the apostle's letters.
If you've read this and think it makes sense, please spread it to another member of YE! Oh and if you can quote verses in the bible to support what I've said above, that'll be good. Post the verse on the tagboard (leaders can join in too). I'll start searching for some of them as well! Do tag the board with responses to this post too! We need to be more open, so any opinion, even one against, is welcome!
I think I'll keep posting YE posts like this if you guys find it useful or meaningful! Let me know if you do.
See ya guys soon. God bless!
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