Johnny's Plight

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It was late but Johnny’s mind was filled with many things that it felt like 12 o’ clock in the noon. He can’t stop thinking what could be the purpose of God for him at this milestone of his life. All the things that were happening, are they from God or just humanly originated events? The answer to the question was vital because he wanted to understand all the all the pain, all the hopelessness and the confusions that he felt, whether they have some purpose to fulfill. It does not help when he might also need to forget about having something that he wanted because of it. It was nothing new but usual for him anyway. However it was still painful so much so he hoped he could quickly pass through this stage of his life. Poor Johnny, it was too late but his mind was still thinking like it does under the broad sunny day.

Merry Christmas!

Christmas is said to be a time of sharing and giving. Christmas is said to be a time of love and joy. While all are true, ultimately Christmas is a celebration of the Incarnation of the Son of God or the Word of God. He came as mere a man to bring forgiveness, salvation and show us the way to the Father. This is not impossible for the Almighty God for nothing is impossible for Him. As we celebrate let us also remember why He came and that He will come again. May God bless you and Blessed Christmas.

Now where is my gift? Lol.

With or Without

Yesterday a church member commented about the view that Christmas tree and all other things that distracting true meaning of Christmas, which is Jesus’ birthday. He said there a lot of other things that we do in church that distracts us from Christ and does that mean we strip of everything and only focus on Christ? That means no food, no music and you may think of many other things to add to the list.

I guess he has a point. Some things we are so used to that without those things we do not feel complete. Therefore Christmas is not complete without the decorated Christmas tree and famous Christmas carols. All these are symbol that reminds us and gives us the mood for Christmas. Personally I am not so concerned about whether we have Christmas trees or whatever as long as we remember that the main purpose of Christmas is celebrating Christ’ birth.

Having said that, no one actually knows when Christ was born. December 25^th may have been chosen to counter the pagan festival in early church and was made as a day to remember Christ’ birthday. Therefore even December 25^th is just another symbol to remind us about Christ.

For Christians then, Christ is the focus everyday and having a day to remind us that Christ was born is a bonus. After all it is a significant event that the Word of God became flesh to save from our sins and bring us to a new relationship with the Father. To me there are two types of people who celebrate Christmas. Those who understand the Word of God became flesh believe Him and those who do not. With or without Christmas tree is not an issue for me.

A Gift and a Curse

The need for intimacy should never be underestimated. It can drive a person to do anything. Good, bad and ugly. Because of it one may love, because of it one may sin and because of it one may take much hurt in life.

Boxfish

Look at these boxfish! My goodness so cute. The transparent Boxfish (the last one) has two cute horns on its head. It seems though they are cute, if under stress they can release toxins around them.

You Can Hide But You Can't Run

Pic: The Face Behind The Mask by ~AngelicalEyes

It is a place to hide. A place to take cover. A cloud on the truth. It does not show the reality because the reality is not meant to be shown. Out of fear and shame, the truth is not known. It happens so naturally. So much so that it has become more real than reality itself. It is seen as survival. It is seen as how life has to be. But it is not when it robs the life that it seeks to have. How ignorant to think that it will even work on the One who sees directly into the soul. Oh the mask that we wear!

Me No Island Either

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A friend visited me and stayed for few days. My, it made lots of difference and wish he could stay longer. I used to think that I am an introvert therefore I have no problem being alone. Guess I was wrong and I could feel the loneliness creeping back again. Hmm.. John Donne was right in saying, "No man is an island".