It's 12.40am...Kat's sleeping and I'm blogging, lolz! I'm suppose to be stressed and doing work!! but oh wellz. I practically wasted my whole day away, not sure doing what. Guys guys, it's just 2 days away from exams! Manz! How time flies! But please don't stress! Remember that stress doesnt get u anywhere... have faith and do the best you can. I must say that this week's been special, I've been getting a lot of encouragement from frenz in MelB and S'pore. And I'm truly greatful for them:) God has really blessed me so so much! Persevere, persevere, persevere! Keep that faith in God and remember that during this draining period, prayer is the most powerful tool! Something I've learnt from Sandy Citro: If you don't pray, you're doing all the work by yourself. However, if you do pray, God does the work for you. I'm not saying you shouldnt put in any effort in ur studies, what I'm saying is that it takes a lot of effort to start doing ur QT and prayers... but when u get to it and finish praying, u'll feel refreshed, energetic and confident. It's a good way of relieving stress and being more efficient in your work. Trust me:) So ppl, I plead that you will not neglect God during this exam period. Remember every little bitsy tiny winny thing that He has done for u... don't u think neglecting God now might not be a very fair thing for Him? Like what Michelle said" God ani't no servant, He's our master" so shouldn't we give Him more respect than our parents? please persevere on! I know it isn't easy! Trust me, I'm with all of you in the crampy boat, surrounded by the storm and strong winds! One more thing to note, following Christ is never an easy thing... it's an ever changing event. That includes our perception towards our daily routines, exams and other worldy things. The world makes us think that exams are crucial and impt. But let me tell you something:If you truly put God 1st in your heart, u will still do as well and not stress as much as before. I know, I know, it ain't easy. Even I find it hard to open my bible, read, meditate and pray- but a simple prayer would do the trick if u feel that way-an honest prayer "Dear God, really sorry, I feel so drained, I don't feel like praying or reading your word. I know it's wrong, but I can't help it! Please ignite the flame in me, and draw me closer to You once again! Thank You so much Lord! And even if I don't feel it now, I still LOVE YOU and I know You Love me too! Thanks for that! In Jesus Name, Amen!" That's what I do when I'm at the lowest of lowest. I just can't be bothered, feeling too tired. But, it's not about what You feel, it's what you're commited to, what u should do, what your spirit tells u and not what your emotions sway u to feel. Yes, Love, faith and hope is important, but without commitment and perseverence, I'm sorry to say the love, faith and hope won't last long. That differentiates a true blue believer from a hyped up believer, a believer on fire for God, but would backslide immediately once there's obstacles in their way. Please ask yourself, what kind of christian do you want to be? What kind of person do you want people to see you as? I don't mean to be harsh, but people only respect and admire others that persue in what they truly believe in, do all they can in what they hope for. Just like Hitler and Lee Kwan Yew, achieving what they believe in and never ever letting themselves drop off the track! *I guess that's one reason why he's not stepping down yet, heh heh* It's difficult, but it's a choice u make. People can encourage u, support u, but the decision to carrying on with the race depends on YOU and YOU alone! I can proudly say that God has never let me down before... every single semester there would be a subject that I'm not *AT ALL* prepared for ... I keep praying, and crying (yes I do cry), and I'll either get a 51 or 50! And it's been moderated! I really thank God for that, it's like as if the moderation was done just for me, so that I could pass ON THE DOT *grinz*! Okieokie, I better get started on my work again, I guess it's less sleep for me for the next few days. Before I end, 2 little verses to encourage u guys:)
"I am concerned for you and will look on you with favour" says the Lord- Ezekiel 36:9
Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and your plans will succeed-Proverbs 16:3
xoxo
Ings