Bittersweet I.
A letter to my King, my Saviour, my Best Friend (Part I)…
2011 has come to an end. It’s bittersweet. If I may be so frank, I’m afraid of what 2012 holds, Lord, not because the world might end then (haha), but because it’s going to be different, and in a way exciting. I’m just, really not sure.
2011 has been awesome in its own ways. Yes, there have been ups and downs, but the ups far outweigh the downs, and I can say You’ve blessed me richly this year, so so richly. I know that all good things come from You, and even trials and tough times are allowed by You to build my character and faith.
Perhaps it’s just the fear of leaving something comfortable and enjoyable that is 2011, in place of the relative unknown that is 2012. Perhaps it’s the fear of inadequacy. Perhaps it’s the fear of growing old.
I’ve been blessed to have awesome friends to have walked through various parts of my year with – Ps. Joey, Jon, Joel and Johann, David G., the brotherhood, Sam, Chloe, Melt, Amanda, the list goes on. I thank You for providing each of these friends, who are unique, and who sharpen me in so many different aspects; I thank You for allowing me to sharpen some of these individuals too.
I’ve been blessed to have like-minded ministry partners in CAMY, especially the commitment of certain individuals, even non-exco members, who certainly have the best interests ministry at heart. It warms my heart so much to see these individuals so full of passion for a greater worship culture in R-AGE, and a compassion for the young people we serve. I am especially thankful for individuals who, in the past, have perhaps not taken their responsibilities in CAMY seriously, but are now stepping up their game and giving You their best. I thank You for every single one of these individuals and I pray their fire will not die out.
I’ve been blessed to have such an amazing bunch of people to do life and do work alongside me in the Shepherds at GII. Each one is unique, and all are passionate about seeing R-AGE grow to reach new heights. It’s been a first year, but it’s been an awesome first year. I thank You for the work you have done this year, and I am excited because I know the work You will do next year will be even greater. May each of us be obedient to being a part of Your plan for R-AGE.
I’m blessed by the many new people I’ve met and have come to grow fond of. It’s been said that you can’t do ministry without loving the people you’re serving, and this year has certainly helped me to learn to love the people I’m serving. It warms my heart so much to see the younger ones like Yu Zhe, Darren, Joel Lim, Andre, Cassia et al, all come up to me during various times at BareBones to ask if I’m still sick and whether I’m getting better. These young guys are all such a blessing!
Taking a step back and looking at the big picture, You have certainly worked behind the scenes to help me to love the young people I’m serving, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.
I love R-AGE, I bleed R-AGE, and I wouldn’t want anything else but the best for R-AGE – Your best.
To be contined…
