What Did Your Pastor Do This Week
This week was the week I was supposed to get over my sickness, but the rain and few bad decisions didn't help all too much. For one thing, I was cold all the time, and the weather aggravated my throat causing me to cough more than I was coughing previously. On top of that, for some odd reason, though my body was still weak, I decided to play a full on five-on-five basketball game. Not only did my legs cramp up pretty badly, my cough got worse. I knew I should have caught up with work and relaxed instead. Still, I really did enjoy this week, and now looking forward to our Bread and Word Fellowship that we didn't have in a long time. Looking forward to a great weekend!
Interesting Happenings
A student looked at another boy's baby picture and after laughing a long time said, "Don't worry, I was once ugly too." I couldn't help but laugh a little.
Check These Links Out
Sproul on Retirement - Piercing, encouraging one-liner.
A Pro-Life Idol - Heart-warming story about an American Idol contestant.
I am... nothing - Ray Ortlund comparing Christ and Adad Nirari the 3rd.
How Much Difference Would It Make? - Francis Schaeffer's sobering insight.
Young Adults Leaving Church? - Interesting myth-buster.
Like the Air They Breathe - The Online Life of Kids - Sobering cultural assessment by Al Mohler.
The Ever-growing Wish List
Dug Down Deep - By Josh Harris
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Friday, December 25, 2009
Week in Review 12/25/09
What Did Your Pastor Do This Week
It's Christmas today! There's a lot that has happened this week. I had the privilege of spending some fun times with my old friends this Sunday celebrating Christmas and playing a gift exchange game and mafia. I also had a painful visit to the hospital because my mom's youngest brother was diagnosed for a serious cancer. It's been years since I saw him and his family. Please pray for him as he is in very critical condition. I am spending Christmas with mom and dad in LA and will be heading back up today. Merry Christmas everybody!
Interesting Happenings
I cleaned my house. Wow!
Check These Links Out
Charity: Who Cares? - Some interesting statistics.
O Holy Night - Dan Phillips explains its history.
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen - One of my favorite renditions of one of my favorite Christmas songs.
The Ever-growing Wish List
The Marketing of Evil - By David Kupelian
It's Christmas today! There's a lot that has happened this week. I had the privilege of spending some fun times with my old friends this Sunday celebrating Christmas and playing a gift exchange game and mafia. I also had a painful visit to the hospital because my mom's youngest brother was diagnosed for a serious cancer. It's been years since I saw him and his family. Please pray for him as he is in very critical condition. I am spending Christmas with mom and dad in LA and will be heading back up today. Merry Christmas everybody!
Interesting Happenings
I cleaned my house. Wow!
Check These Links Out
Charity: Who Cares? - Some interesting statistics.
O Holy Night - Dan Phillips explains its history.
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen - One of my favorite renditions of one of my favorite Christmas songs.
The Ever-growing Wish List
The Marketing of Evil - By David Kupelian
Friday, December 18, 2009
Week in Review 12/18/09
What Did Your Pastor Do This Week
He got his orange belt! It was quite an interesting experience. Now that I'm an orange belt, they let me do some sparring and grappling. I had to do a grappling match this week along, and so they taught me the basics along with how to do an arm bar and a kimodo lock. I never thought I'd enjoy Karate so much!
AS for CCS, it's the last week before Christmas so things are getting pretty jolly. Presents are being given, parties are being held; it's quite some fun. I also had the privilege of speaking at our Middle School chapel. That was a blessing. I'm praying that the message will really hit home for the students. I never received so many gifts before in my life. I am very, very thankful. I think I have gift cards that total to around $100 in cash value.
This weekend will be some more fun as well as there will be our church's Christmas service as well as a party at the Lee's! Looking forward to a wonderful Christmas season!
Interesting Happenings
One of the students at CCS gave all the other teachers chocolate, but he gave me Chinese Tea. Hm...
Check These Links Out
Should She go to Med-School - Some good advice from godly, wiser women.
Rich Daddy God - Tim Challies' light and funny review about a weird board game.
The Ever-growing Wish List
John - By RC Sproul
He got his orange belt! It was quite an interesting experience. Now that I'm an orange belt, they let me do some sparring and grappling. I had to do a grappling match this week along, and so they taught me the basics along with how to do an arm bar and a kimodo lock. I never thought I'd enjoy Karate so much!
AS for CCS, it's the last week before Christmas so things are getting pretty jolly. Presents are being given, parties are being held; it's quite some fun. I also had the privilege of speaking at our Middle School chapel. That was a blessing. I'm praying that the message will really hit home for the students. I never received so many gifts before in my life. I am very, very thankful. I think I have gift cards that total to around $100 in cash value.
This weekend will be some more fun as well as there will be our church's Christmas service as well as a party at the Lee's! Looking forward to a wonderful Christmas season!
Interesting Happenings
One of the students at CCS gave all the other teachers chocolate, but he gave me Chinese Tea. Hm...
Check These Links Out
Should She go to Med-School - Some good advice from godly, wiser women.
Rich Daddy God - Tim Challies' light and funny review about a weird board game.
The Ever-growing Wish List
John - By RC Sproul
Friday, December 11, 2009
Week in Review 12/11/09
What Did Your Pastor Do This Week
I had a lot of fun this week resting and reading. It feels so good to read after not being able to. I picked up an old book called "Attributes of God" by Arthur W. Pink. So far it has been an extremely edifying read. I also had the joy of partaking in Evangel Bible Church's Wednesday night service. There is something so awesome about hearing in person the preaching of the Word. I was thrilled since I do not get the opportunity as often as I would like. This weekend, I will be taking my belt test for Karate. Hopefully, I will be able to skip the yellow belt and get an orange one! Looking forward to a great weekend!
Interesting Happenings
I actually saw my roommate every night this week. RARE... Not only that, we actually talked a lot. Super RARE.... It was quite edifying!
Check These Links Out
9 Examples of the Internet Changing our World - Interesting thoughts by Trevin Wax.
Top 9 Books of '09 - Challies' list well worth looking into.
One Cool Plant - The Alsomitra vine seeds.
Top 10 Religion Stories of 2009 - A list by Time's Magazine. Interesting read.
The Ever-growing Wish List
The Trellis and the Vine - By Colin Marshall and Tony Payne
Christmas music! - By various artsists
I had a lot of fun this week resting and reading. It feels so good to read after not being able to. I picked up an old book called "Attributes of God" by Arthur W. Pink. So far it has been an extremely edifying read. I also had the joy of partaking in Evangel Bible Church's Wednesday night service. There is something so awesome about hearing in person the preaching of the Word. I was thrilled since I do not get the opportunity as often as I would like. This weekend, I will be taking my belt test for Karate. Hopefully, I will be able to skip the yellow belt and get an orange one! Looking forward to a great weekend!
Interesting Happenings
I actually saw my roommate every night this week. RARE... Not only that, we actually talked a lot. Super RARE.... It was quite edifying!
Check These Links Out
9 Examples of the Internet Changing our World - Interesting thoughts by Trevin Wax.
Top 9 Books of '09 - Challies' list well worth looking into.
One Cool Plant - The Alsomitra vine seeds.
Top 10 Religion Stories of 2009 - A list by Time's Magazine. Interesting read.
The Ever-growing Wish List
The Trellis and the Vine - By Colin Marshall and Tony Payne
Christmas music! - By various artsists
Monday, November 30, 2009
Week in Review 12/04/09
What Did Your Pastor Do This Week?
This week was a definitely trying. Getting back into work after Thanksgiving with a final on Wednesday is truly difficult. On top of that, having students you love express hate towards you is quite saddening. However, there has been a lot of good that makes the week joyful. I did do well on my Hebrew Final, and I am progressing in my Karate. I am excited for the seminary quarter to be over so I can start reading my own books. Next Saturday, I will be testing for my orange belt skipping yellow belt. This weekend, we'll be having our TYGT planning and vision-meeting. Please pray for us. God bless!
Interesting Happenings
While I was helping out a second-grader with his sparring in our Karate After School program, I was hit unexpectedly in my privates by a roundhouse kick. I was letting the student hit my hands with his kicks for practice, and I looked away to give some advice to another student. I guess the student didn't think we stopped and through one more kick. I never thought I'd experience such pain as a grown adult inflicted by a second-grader. It was the weirdest feeling of "Did this really just happen to me?" It was truly a humbling experience.
Check These Links Out
What Binds Us Together? - A nice quote by D.A. Carson.
What Is the Biggest Upcoming Theological Battle? - R.C. Sproul's answer, and a good one at that.
The Spirit's True Work - Make sure to read the entire series of posts by John MacArthur.
Free Lou Priolo Audio- Great resource on counseling issues.
The Google Zeitgeist - Interesting Statistics.
The Ever-growing Wish List
Christmas music! - By various artsists
This week was a definitely trying. Getting back into work after Thanksgiving with a final on Wednesday is truly difficult. On top of that, having students you love express hate towards you is quite saddening. However, there has been a lot of good that makes the week joyful. I did do well on my Hebrew Final, and I am progressing in my Karate. I am excited for the seminary quarter to be over so I can start reading my own books. Next Saturday, I will be testing for my orange belt skipping yellow belt. This weekend, we'll be having our TYGT planning and vision-meeting. Please pray for us. God bless!
Interesting Happenings
While I was helping out a second-grader with his sparring in our Karate After School program, I was hit unexpectedly in my privates by a roundhouse kick. I was letting the student hit my hands with his kicks for practice, and I looked away to give some advice to another student. I guess the student didn't think we stopped and through one more kick. I never thought I'd experience such pain as a grown adult inflicted by a second-grader. It was the weirdest feeling of "Did this really just happen to me?" It was truly a humbling experience.
Check These Links Out
What Binds Us Together? - A nice quote by D.A. Carson.
What Is the Biggest Upcoming Theological Battle? - R.C. Sproul's answer, and a good one at that.
The Spirit's True Work - Make sure to read the entire series of posts by John MacArthur.
Free Lou Priolo Audio- Great resource on counseling issues.
The Google Zeitgeist - Interesting Statistics.
The Ever-growing Wish List
Christmas music! - By various artsists
Friday, November 27, 2009
Week in Review 11/27/09
What Did Your Pastor Do This Week?
What a wonderful Thanksgiving! Great food, great times, great friends, great relatives! And who can forget, our Great God who allows us to experience all these blessings. I pray you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Interesting Happenings
Saw around 20 small animals (the size of a raccoon or small fox) dead on I-5 on my way down to see my parents in Southern California.
Check These Links Out
Does 'Mutual Consent' Eliminate the Evil in Gambling? - By Phil Johnson.
Useless Stay-at-Home Men a Myth - Interesting article on women in the workforce and how it affects the home.
The Ever-growing Wish List
COLLISION - Debate DVD between Christopher Hitchens and Doug Wilson
What a wonderful Thanksgiving! Great food, great times, great friends, great relatives! And who can forget, our Great God who allows us to experience all these blessings. I pray you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Interesting Happenings
Saw around 20 small animals (the size of a raccoon or small fox) dead on I-5 on my way down to see my parents in Southern California.
Check These Links Out
Does 'Mutual Consent' Eliminate the Evil in Gambling? - By Phil Johnson.
Useless Stay-at-Home Men a Myth - Interesting article on women in the workforce and how it affects the home.
The Ever-growing Wish List
COLLISION - Debate DVD between Christopher Hitchens and Doug Wilson
Friday, November 20, 2009
Week in Review 11/20/09
What Did Your Pastor Do This Week?
This week was quite a joyful week! I started taking a Karate class nearby the school that I work. I would never start such a class, but the instructors teach in my After School Program, and they gave me 3 months for free! I couldn't pass up on that deal! I enjoyed it a lot; it's quite a good work out. However, it has drained me of energy and made me quite sore. As a result, I lost ground in my seminary classes and work at CCS. This will be a very busy weekend for me!
I had also the privilege of grabbing dinner with one of my closest friends from college. He is now a medical school student near my seminary. It was a blessing to discuss all that God is doing in our lives and to see how things change while God does not change. Such conversations and times spent together with believers truly are uplifting, and I pray you are growing to appreciate these moments as well.
Interesting Happenings
Four ladies at CCS who have daughters my age were asking if I wanted to get married to their daughters. It was all fun but a bit awkward.
Check These Links Out
Mass We Pray - A new... game... Unbelievable.
Climate Change Takes a Time-Out - Interesting article on global warming.
Why Gambling is Sin - Phil Johnson summarizes this controversial issue.
Misconceptions about Reading - Some good thoughts by Tim Challies.
The Ever-growing Wish List
Who Made God? - By Edgar Andrews BSc, PhD, DSc, FInstP, FIMMM, CEng, CPhys. Yes I know, that's pretty crazy; I do not even know what they stand for...
This week was quite a joyful week! I started taking a Karate class nearby the school that I work. I would never start such a class, but the instructors teach in my After School Program, and they gave me 3 months for free! I couldn't pass up on that deal! I enjoyed it a lot; it's quite a good work out. However, it has drained me of energy and made me quite sore. As a result, I lost ground in my seminary classes and work at CCS. This will be a very busy weekend for me!
I had also the privilege of grabbing dinner with one of my closest friends from college. He is now a medical school student near my seminary. It was a blessing to discuss all that God is doing in our lives and to see how things change while God does not change. Such conversations and times spent together with believers truly are uplifting, and I pray you are growing to appreciate these moments as well.
Interesting Happenings
Four ladies at CCS who have daughters my age were asking if I wanted to get married to their daughters. It was all fun but a bit awkward.
Check These Links Out
Mass We Pray - A new... game... Unbelievable.
Climate Change Takes a Time-Out - Interesting article on global warming.
Why Gambling is Sin - Phil Johnson summarizes this controversial issue.
Misconceptions about Reading - Some good thoughts by Tim Challies.
The Ever-growing Wish List
Who Made God? - By Edgar Andrews BSc, PhD, DSc, FInstP, FIMMM, CEng, CPhys. Yes I know, that's pretty crazy; I do not even know what they stand for...
Friday, November 13, 2009
Week in Review 11/13/09
What Did Your Pastor Do This Week?
This week was a splendid week. I had the opportunity to spend a lot of time with my close friends and get work done at the same time! Yesterday night I had the blessing of spending time with my sister eating dinner and hanging out with the Lee's. In case you do not know who the Lee's are, Seil Lee is the man for whom I stood as the best man. Him and his wife have been dear friends of mine in the Lord ever since freshmen year of college. The time we spent together yesterday was a wonderful time just eating and watching random tv shows. The presence of many friends has helped me to understand how blessed I am in the Lord. It is a joyful thing to be in the company of friends who love you.
I was thankful this week that my small group members at CCS were starting to get more serious about the time we had together. This week we were going over the trinity. Usually our group will be loud and off topic, but they have been maturing. I am very thankful for that and hopeful that they will grow to love the study of the Word. Some are already!
This weekend seems to be quite busy as there will be many meetings to go to. However, it is quite thrilling and exciting. It is also the first weekend that our assistant pastor will be gone. It was his last week the past Sunday. We'll have to fill his shoes. Please pray for our church!
Interesting Happenings
I went to my favorite McDonald's (favorite because it is close by), and found out that it is closed for some time. I never thought I'd be so sad.
Check These Links Out
The Prosperity Gospel - A heart-breaking video by Nathan Clarke on the Prosperity Gospel in Africa.
How Do We Know God Exists - D.A. Carson answers this question masterfully in less than 5 minutes.
RC Sproul and Internet - Mark Driscoll interviews Sproul about his internet experiences.
Radical Womanhood - Carolyn McCulley's address to the women of Northbrook Church are now up and should be of interest to our youth girls.
NewsNote: Falling Fertility Makes for Happy Economists - Albert Mohler's commentary on The Economist's article.
The Ever-growing Wish List
The Meaning of the Pentateuch - By John Sailhamer
The Prophet of Purpose: The Life of Rick Warren - By Jeffrey Sheler
The Theology of John's Gospel and Letters - By Andreas Kostenberger
This week was a splendid week. I had the opportunity to spend a lot of time with my close friends and get work done at the same time! Yesterday night I had the blessing of spending time with my sister eating dinner and hanging out with the Lee's. In case you do not know who the Lee's are, Seil Lee is the man for whom I stood as the best man. Him and his wife have been dear friends of mine in the Lord ever since freshmen year of college. The time we spent together yesterday was a wonderful time just eating and watching random tv shows. The presence of many friends has helped me to understand how blessed I am in the Lord. It is a joyful thing to be in the company of friends who love you.
I was thankful this week that my small group members at CCS were starting to get more serious about the time we had together. This week we were going over the trinity. Usually our group will be loud and off topic, but they have been maturing. I am very thankful for that and hopeful that they will grow to love the study of the Word. Some are already!
This weekend seems to be quite busy as there will be many meetings to go to. However, it is quite thrilling and exciting. It is also the first weekend that our assistant pastor will be gone. It was his last week the past Sunday. We'll have to fill his shoes. Please pray for our church!
Interesting Happenings
I went to my favorite McDonald's (favorite because it is close by), and found out that it is closed for some time. I never thought I'd be so sad.
Check These Links Out
The Prosperity Gospel - A heart-breaking video by Nathan Clarke on the Prosperity Gospel in Africa.
How Do We Know God Exists - D.A. Carson answers this question masterfully in less than 5 minutes.
RC Sproul and Internet - Mark Driscoll interviews Sproul about his internet experiences.
Radical Womanhood - Carolyn McCulley's address to the women of Northbrook Church are now up and should be of interest to our youth girls.
NewsNote: Falling Fertility Makes for Happy Economists - Albert Mohler's commentary on The Economist's article.
The Ever-growing Wish List
The Meaning of the Pentateuch - By John Sailhamer
The Prophet of Purpose: The Life of Rick Warren - By Jeffrey Sheler
The Theology of John's Gospel and Letters - By Andreas Kostenberger
Friday, November 6, 2009
Week in Review 11/06/09
What Did Your Pastor Do This Week?
This week was definitely exciting! Though I was sick (must be something going around at Chinese Christian Schools!), I had the wonderful opportunity to hear RC Sproul in Fremont. I will also be seeing him today at a pastor's breakfast. Shaking RC's hands and hearing his Gospel presentation was truly the highlight of the week. Other than that, I had a real nice break because I skipped classes this week due to my sickness. I also had a nice long chat with my roommate, a very rare occurence! Looking forward to the Men's Conference, Titus 2 fellowship, and of course Sunday preaching!
Interesting Happenings
Over the past three weeks, I ate over $100 of McDonald's. Woohoo!
Check These Links Out
95 Theses - Last Saturday was the 492nd anniversary of Martin Luther's nailing of his theses on the door of the Wittenburg Cathedral.
Desiring God Audio for Free - Don't miss out on a great opportunity!
Paganism - Albert Mohler on the rise of Paganism in America.
Planned Parenthood Director Calls it Quits - Interesting article on abortion.
The Centrality of the Glory of God - John Piper's attempt to define God's Glory.
The Ever-growing Wish List
2009 Ligonier Conference DVD - Holiness of God
Christianity for Modern Pagans - Edited By Peter Creeft
Beauty Will Rise - The latest Steven Curtis Chapman album
TULIP - DVD lessons by John Piper
This week was definitely exciting! Though I was sick (must be something going around at Chinese Christian Schools!), I had the wonderful opportunity to hear RC Sproul in Fremont. I will also be seeing him today at a pastor's breakfast. Shaking RC's hands and hearing his Gospel presentation was truly the highlight of the week. Other than that, I had a real nice break because I skipped classes this week due to my sickness. I also had a nice long chat with my roommate, a very rare occurence! Looking forward to the Men's Conference, Titus 2 fellowship, and of course Sunday preaching!
Interesting Happenings
Over the past three weeks, I ate over $100 of McDonald's. Woohoo!
Check These Links Out
95 Theses - Last Saturday was the 492nd anniversary of Martin Luther's nailing of his theses on the door of the Wittenburg Cathedral.
Desiring God Audio for Free - Don't miss out on a great opportunity!
Paganism - Albert Mohler on the rise of Paganism in America.
Planned Parenthood Director Calls it Quits - Interesting article on abortion.
The Centrality of the Glory of God - John Piper's attempt to define God's Glory.
The Ever-growing Wish List
2009 Ligonier Conference DVD - Holiness of God
Christianity for Modern Pagans - Edited By Peter Creeft
Beauty Will Rise - The latest Steven Curtis Chapman album
TULIP - DVD lessons by John Piper
Friday, October 30, 2009
Week in Review 10/30/09
What Did Your Pastor Do This Week?
This week, I had the nice pleasure of sleeping Friday morning. I usually have to get up by 5:50-6:00 in the morning everyday, so it was a nice a little rest. However, he is still behind in his Hebrew class so please pray for him. Last weekend, I had the privilege of joining some leaders of SFC to discuss their winter conference. It seems like it will be a very edifying time. Please consider going! We are also going broomballing tonight with SJKPC. Looking forward to it!
I also received my laptop stand this week. I think it was a great investment. If you use a laptop regularly at home or in the office, consider getting one!
Interesting Happenings
Nothing really this week! Sorry!
Check These Links Out
Benny Hinn Interview - Interesting.
Why Was Zedekiah Roasted in the Fire? - John Piper on physical suffering in this world.
The Problem of Evil (Yes it IS a Problem) - Something to chew on by Phil Johnson.
Isn't Evolution Wonderful - Funny thoughts on evolution by Dan Phillips.
Emotivist Ethics - Phil Ryken quotes an article about the troublesome ethics of many people today.
How Willingly Do People Go to Hell? - John Piper again with some great insight.
The Ever-growing Wish List
Pilgrim's Progress - Edited by C.J. Lovik Illustrated by Matt Wimmer
This week, I had the nice pleasure of sleeping Friday morning. I usually have to get up by 5:50-6:00 in the morning everyday, so it was a nice a little rest. However, he is still behind in his Hebrew class so please pray for him. Last weekend, I had the privilege of joining some leaders of SFC to discuss their winter conference. It seems like it will be a very edifying time. Please consider going! We are also going broomballing tonight with SJKPC. Looking forward to it!
I also received my laptop stand this week. I think it was a great investment. If you use a laptop regularly at home or in the office, consider getting one!
Interesting Happenings
Nothing really this week! Sorry!
Check These Links Out
Benny Hinn Interview - Interesting.
Why Was Zedekiah Roasted in the Fire? - John Piper on physical suffering in this world.
The Problem of Evil (Yes it IS a Problem) - Something to chew on by Phil Johnson.
Isn't Evolution Wonderful - Funny thoughts on evolution by Dan Phillips.
Emotivist Ethics - Phil Ryken quotes an article about the troublesome ethics of many people today.
How Willingly Do People Go to Hell? - John Piper again with some great insight.
The Ever-growing Wish List
Pilgrim's Progress - Edited by C.J. Lovik Illustrated by Matt Wimmer
Friday, October 23, 2009
Week in Review 10/23/09
What Did Your Pastor Do This Week?
This week went by quite fast! Since my friend has been filling in for me in the pulpit, I was able to catch up with a lot of work that had been piling up. I also started playing the McDonald's monopoly game which is actually quite fun. You get to eat a lot of McDonald's as well. I didn't spend a lot of money this week which is a relief! I'm glad the outflow will stay low for awhile. So many things are coming up that I feel a bit overwhelmed. Please continue to pray that I'll be diligent and get work done. A few things coming up: SFC conference in December, Youth Gospel Trust meeting on November 2nd, exegesis project and final on first week of December, planning for Thanksgiving and Christmas events.
Interesting Happenings
One of the first graders looked at my Greek New Testament and said, "Ew, it's ugly. It's like poo." My Greek New Testament is a brown leather.
Check These Links Out
Biblos.com - A very cool Bible resource!
12 Bacon Products - I love bacon, but this seems a bit too much. The baconnaise sounds good though.
Perspectives - Video by Peacemaker Ministries. Really good. You should definitely watch it.
Stott the Prophet - Justin Taylor quotes a remark by John Stott that impresses upon you the importance of the local church in a ever growing digital culture.
The Ever-growing Wish List
If God Is Good - Randy Alcorn's book on suffering.
Counterfeit Gods - Tim Keller of Idolatry
Light All Around - Music by The Master's Chorale
This week went by quite fast! Since my friend has been filling in for me in the pulpit, I was able to catch up with a lot of work that had been piling up. I also started playing the McDonald's monopoly game which is actually quite fun. You get to eat a lot of McDonald's as well. I didn't spend a lot of money this week which is a relief! I'm glad the outflow will stay low for awhile. So many things are coming up that I feel a bit overwhelmed. Please continue to pray that I'll be diligent and get work done. A few things coming up: SFC conference in December, Youth Gospel Trust meeting on November 2nd, exegesis project and final on first week of December, planning for Thanksgiving and Christmas events.
Interesting Happenings
One of the first graders looked at my Greek New Testament and said, "Ew, it's ugly. It's like poo." My Greek New Testament is a brown leather.
Check These Links Out
Biblos.com - A very cool Bible resource!
12 Bacon Products - I love bacon, but this seems a bit too much. The baconnaise sounds good though.
Perspectives - Video by Peacemaker Ministries. Really good. You should definitely watch it.
Stott the Prophet - Justin Taylor quotes a remark by John Stott that impresses upon you the importance of the local church in a ever growing digital culture.
The Ever-growing Wish List
If God Is Good - Randy Alcorn's book on suffering.
Counterfeit Gods - Tim Keller of Idolatry
Light All Around - Music by The Master's Chorale
Friday, October 16, 2009
Week in Review 10/16/09
What Did Your Pastor Do This Week?
This week was quite a lovely yet trying week. Last weekend, I had the privilege of reading the Scriptures at my friend's wedding in Burbank, Ca, and since I was down south for the wedding, I also got to spend some time with my parents who termendously encouraged and edified me. I came back and spent the Lord's day with my church and on the way back home to Berkeley, I stopped by my friends' place and watched a Japanese drama. It was an enjoyable weekend.
But the week was quite trying. I found myself behind in schoolwork, and I did not have the will to stay up and get it done. On Wednesday, I visited my brother to have dinner, and we had a long conversation about life, money, and ministry. I realized that there's so much to pray for and so much to pay for as well. I was thankful that the Lord constantly places me in a position where I have to contemplate my trust in Him.
I have a lot to look forward to this weekend. I have plans to watch the Phantom of the Opera on Blu-Ray with my friends, and another friend will be coming to preach in my stead this Sunday. It'll be a great way to end this week!
Interesting Happenings
I spent 3+ hours watching a Japanese dramas on Sunday night with friends. Wow.
Check These Links Out
Simply Unprecedented - Albert Mohler talks of the shifting morals signaled by President Obama's endorsement of the LGBT community.
Did People in the Medieval Age Believe the World Was Flat? - Thomas E. Woods dispels the myth that they did!
Deuteronomy 29:29 - An insightful take on this verse by Dan Phillips.
How Piper Became a Pastor - Celebrating Piper's 30th year of ministry at Bethlehem. You can even see a picture of him from 30 years ago!
Parents, Obey Your Children - Mohler once again with great insight on the times.
The Ever-growing Wish List
The Intolerance of Tolerance - D.A. Carson
David Brainerd, A Flame for God - Vance Christie
Shepherd's Conference '10 Registration
This week was quite a lovely yet trying week. Last weekend, I had the privilege of reading the Scriptures at my friend's wedding in Burbank, Ca, and since I was down south for the wedding, I also got to spend some time with my parents who termendously encouraged and edified me. I came back and spent the Lord's day with my church and on the way back home to Berkeley, I stopped by my friends' place and watched a Japanese drama. It was an enjoyable weekend.
But the week was quite trying. I found myself behind in schoolwork, and I did not have the will to stay up and get it done. On Wednesday, I visited my brother to have dinner, and we had a long conversation about life, money, and ministry. I realized that there's so much to pray for and so much to pay for as well. I was thankful that the Lord constantly places me in a position where I have to contemplate my trust in Him.
I have a lot to look forward to this weekend. I have plans to watch the Phantom of the Opera on Blu-Ray with my friends, and another friend will be coming to preach in my stead this Sunday. It'll be a great way to end this week!
Interesting Happenings
I spent 3+ hours watching a Japanese dramas on Sunday night with friends. Wow.
Check These Links Out
Simply Unprecedented - Albert Mohler talks of the shifting morals signaled by President Obama's endorsement of the LGBT community.
Did People in the Medieval Age Believe the World Was Flat? - Thomas E. Woods dispels the myth that they did!
Deuteronomy 29:29 - An insightful take on this verse by Dan Phillips.
How Piper Became a Pastor - Celebrating Piper's 30th year of ministry at Bethlehem. You can even see a picture of him from 30 years ago!
Parents, Obey Your Children - Mohler once again with great insight on the times.
The Ever-growing Wish List
The Intolerance of Tolerance - D.A. Carson
David Brainerd, A Flame for God - Vance Christie
Shepherd's Conference '10 Registration
Friday, October 9, 2009
What Did Your Pastor Do This Week?
I had a wonderful week spending time with some precious brothers and sisters in the Lord. Started off with a nice dinner with a couple whom I cherish. The dinner prepared before me was absolutely satisfying, but what was more delightful was news concerning the Gospel in a certain country in Southeast Asia that my friend related to me. He was there teaching on the book of Acts. How thrilling! The next day, I had steak with old friends and reflected on God's goodness in the past years. We had an exciting conversations touching on computers to Genesis.
This was a very full week and there is yet more to come. Looking forward to seeing my good friends make their vows before the Lord as they are brought together as one flesh. What a great picture of the Gospel!
Interesting Happenings
Today, one of the 1st graders was telling her classmate, "Hurry up, hurry up!" The classmate in reply, "I'm hurry-uping!" So cute!
Check These Links Out
What David Letterman Can Teach Us about the Gospel - Dr. Moore reminds us of the Gospel in light of David Letterman's recent comments about being blackmailed.
Homesick for Heaven - Another clip by D.A. Carson with some sobering thoughts on the Kingdom of Heaven.
How to Train Your People to Laugh at Everything - Some sobering thoughts on how we view speakers. Make sure you hear the audio and think upon it seriously.
7 Reasons I Love Youth Ministry - Austin Duncan from Grace Community Church lists his reason. As a fellow youth minister, I found it quiteencouraging.
Glee Grieves the Spirit - A biblical review on the new hit TV show Glee. Well worth your contemplation.
Meet Ardi - Answers in Genesis answers some questions people might have over the hype in the media concerning a supposed new find for evolutionary thought.
Obama wins the Nobel Peace Prize? - Even commentator Michael Binyon on Times Magazine thinks it is absurd.
The Ever-growing Wish List
Cedar Shoe Trees by Allen Edmonds
The Swans Are Not Silent by John Piper (All five books in the volume)
Looking for Calvin and Hobbes by Nevin Martell
I had a wonderful week spending time with some precious brothers and sisters in the Lord. Started off with a nice dinner with a couple whom I cherish. The dinner prepared before me was absolutely satisfying, but what was more delightful was news concerning the Gospel in a certain country in Southeast Asia that my friend related to me. He was there teaching on the book of Acts. How thrilling! The next day, I had steak with old friends and reflected on God's goodness in the past years. We had an exciting conversations touching on computers to Genesis.
This was a very full week and there is yet more to come. Looking forward to seeing my good friends make their vows before the Lord as they are brought together as one flesh. What a great picture of the Gospel!
Interesting Happenings
Today, one of the 1st graders was telling her classmate, "Hurry up, hurry up!" The classmate in reply, "I'm hurry-uping!" So cute!
Check These Links Out
What David Letterman Can Teach Us about the Gospel - Dr. Moore reminds us of the Gospel in light of David Letterman's recent comments about being blackmailed.
Homesick for Heaven - Another clip by D.A. Carson with some sobering thoughts on the Kingdom of Heaven.
How to Train Your People to Laugh at Everything - Some sobering thoughts on how we view speakers. Make sure you hear the audio and think upon it seriously.
7 Reasons I Love Youth Ministry - Austin Duncan from Grace Community Church lists his reason. As a fellow youth minister, I found it quiteencouraging.
Glee Grieves the Spirit - A biblical review on the new hit TV show Glee. Well worth your contemplation.
Meet Ardi - Answers in Genesis answers some questions people might have over the hype in the media concerning a supposed new find for evolutionary thought.
Obama wins the Nobel Peace Prize? - Even commentator Michael Binyon on Times Magazine thinks it is absurd.
The Ever-growing Wish List
Cedar Shoe Trees by Allen Edmonds
The Swans Are Not Silent by John Piper (All five books in the volume)
Looking for Calvin and Hobbes by Nevin Martell
Friday, October 2, 2009
Week in Review 10/02/09
What Did Your Pastor Do This Week?
This week started off with a bunch of car problems. I had to visit the shop 3 times this week to fix my door handle, horn, and a few electrical problems. Thankfully, they are having Parent Teacher Conferences at school, so I have a four day weekend. That has been a much needed break. I was able to read, memorize scripture in Greek, and work on some vocab. I don't know if that sounds exciting to you, but it is to me!
Yesterday night, I was able to talk with my parents. It's always such a blessing to hear how they are growing in the Lord and managing to"survive" as my dad puts it. Excited to see them next weekend.
Really looking forward to college group starting this Saturday!
Interesting Happenings
I was driving back from seminary when suddenly my car started beeping and the seat warmer turned on by itself! Weird...
Check These Links Out
Insightful Thoughts on Rob Bell - Article by Phil Johnson about Rob Bell's recent statements at the Boston Globe.
O to Say O- Short post by missionary Matt Hauck on a very powerful little word.
Ligonier Conference Sermons- Some time in the future, I would like to listen to all these sermons.
Panel Discussion at Desiring God National Conference - Some very insightful thoughts are in panel discussions. I never want to miss those at a conference.
The Ever-growing Wish List
Gourmet Butter by Gourmet Butters
This week started off with a bunch of car problems. I had to visit the shop 3 times this week to fix my door handle, horn, and a few electrical problems. Thankfully, they are having Parent Teacher Conferences at school, so I have a four day weekend. That has been a much needed break. I was able to read, memorize scripture in Greek, and work on some vocab. I don't know if that sounds exciting to you, but it is to me!
Yesterday night, I was able to talk with my parents. It's always such a blessing to hear how they are growing in the Lord and managing to"survive" as my dad puts it. Excited to see them next weekend.
Really looking forward to college group starting this Saturday!
Interesting Happenings
I was driving back from seminary when suddenly my car started beeping and the seat warmer turned on by itself! Weird...
Check These Links Out
Insightful Thoughts on Rob Bell - Article by Phil Johnson about Rob Bell's recent statements at the Boston Globe.
O to Say O- Short post by missionary Matt Hauck on a very powerful little word.
Ligonier Conference Sermons- Some time in the future, I would like to listen to all these sermons.
Panel Discussion at Desiring God National Conference - Some very insightful thoughts are in panel discussions. I never want to miss those at a conference.
The Ever-growing Wish List
Gourmet Butter by Gourmet Butters
Friday, September 25, 2009
Introducing Week in Review
Every Friday morning, I will try to post some thoughts recapping the week and linking some stories and articles that I think are worthy of your time.
What Did Your Pastor Do This Week?
Weekdays are quite busy for pastors. We do not just lounge around waiting for Sunday to come around. Seminary picked up to full speed this week and it seems it will be a difficult year. I finished a book I started a few weeks ago, you can read my review on facebook WeRead app (it's one of the best apps to have on facebook). With that done, I started reading a new book to prepare for New Testament Survey class that will start this Sunday. You should get really excited about that; I am! I will end this week with spending time with our Youth Group at BWF and Saturday morning service.
We also got started on our Middle School Bible study. It will start this week. Because of that, I had to purchase some curriculum, and while I was at it, I made some other purchases. Spent a lot of money this week! Actually, the Bible study kit just arrived! Woohoo!
Please do keep in mind that I also do work 30+ hours a week at a private school. So if it seems that your pastor is not putting in more time for pastoral duties, please do be gracious with him!
Interesting Happenings
A kid at Chinese Christian Schools hurt is toe pretty badly (the nail was almost coming off) because he opened the door too quickly over his bare foot. There was quite a bit of blood. I had to clean him up and carry him to the nurse's office.
Check These Links Out
My Church of Kingdom? - Article by Ray Ortlund. Well worth your time.
Rebuilding the Basics of Bethlehem - Article by John Piper on the Doctrines of Grace. Yes, the Doctrines of Grace should be the basics of any church.
I Do Not Permit - Clip of D.A. Carson showing the fallacy of an argument that wants to make the command in 1 Timothy 2 not absolute.
Why Do the Nations Rage? - Article by Albert Mohler on National Blasphemy Day, September 30th.
Looking Forward To
A Tale of Two Sons - A DVD study guide for MacArthur's book on the Prodigal Son.
The Ever-growing Wish List
Adoration: Solo Piano Hymns by David Nevue
Keep in Step with the Spirit by J.I. Packer
Socratic Logic 3e by Peter Kreeft
What Did Your Pastor Do This Week?
Weekdays are quite busy for pastors. We do not just lounge around waiting for Sunday to come around. Seminary picked up to full speed this week and it seems it will be a difficult year. I finished a book I started a few weeks ago, you can read my review on facebook WeRead app (it's one of the best apps to have on facebook). With that done, I started reading a new book to prepare for New Testament Survey class that will start this Sunday. You should get really excited about that; I am! I will end this week with spending time with our Youth Group at BWF and Saturday morning service.
We also got started on our Middle School Bible study. It will start this week. Because of that, I had to purchase some curriculum, and while I was at it, I made some other purchases. Spent a lot of money this week! Actually, the Bible study kit just arrived! Woohoo!
Please do keep in mind that I also do work 30+ hours a week at a private school. So if it seems that your pastor is not putting in more time for pastoral duties, please do be gracious with him!
Interesting Happenings
A kid at Chinese Christian Schools hurt is toe pretty badly (the nail was almost coming off) because he opened the door too quickly over his bare foot. There was quite a bit of blood. I had to clean him up and carry him to the nurse's office.
Check These Links Out
My Church of Kingdom? - Article by Ray Ortlund. Well worth your time.
Rebuilding the Basics of Bethlehem - Article by John Piper on the Doctrines of Grace. Yes, the Doctrines of Grace should be the basics of any church.
I Do Not Permit - Clip of D.A. Carson showing the fallacy of an argument that wants to make the command in 1 Timothy 2 not absolute.
Why Do the Nations Rage? - Article by Albert Mohler on National Blasphemy Day, September 30th.
Looking Forward To
A Tale of Two Sons - A DVD study guide for MacArthur's book on the Prodigal Son.
The Ever-growing Wish List
Adoration: Solo Piano Hymns by David Nevue
Keep in Step with the Spirit by J.I. Packer
Socratic Logic 3e by Peter Kreeft
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