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The God Who Sees Me

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“The Angel of the LORD found Hagar near a spring in the desert.”  -  Genesis 16:7   Genesis 16 introduces us to one of the most tender moments in Scripture ,   the first appearance of “the Angel of the LORD. ” Before this chapter, God walked with Adam, spoke to Cain, and guided Noah and Abraham, but never before does the Bible use this special title. And the remarkable thing is this ,  the very first person to encounter the Angel of the LORD is not a prophet, a king, or a spiritual hero, but Hagar ,  a slave, a foreigner, and a mistreated pregnant woman running into the desert to escape her pain.    The One whom heaven adores comes down to meet a woman whom earth has rejected.   Hagar’s story is especially heartbreaking because the suffering she endured was   not of her own making . She did not choose her circumstances; they were forced upon her. As an Egyptian slave, she had no voice, no rights, and no freedom. She was mistreated b...

The Law of the Spirit of Life

Romans 8:2  –  “For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has set you free from the law of sin and death.”   There is a constant struggle within every believer — a tug of war between two opposing forces. Paul describes this in Romans 7 as the conflict between  the law of the flesh  and  the law of the Spirit . The  old man  wants to drag us back into sinful habits, while the  new man  longs to live a life pleasing to God. Paul confessed,  “I want to do what is good, but I don’t... the evil I don’t want to do, this I keep on doing.”   Every sincere Christian knows this inward tension. You love God and desire holiness, yet at times you find yourself pulled toward thoughts, attitudes, or actions that grieve His Spirit. But thank God, the story doesn’t end with defeat. Paul discovered a greater power —  “the law of the Spirit of life.”   The Law of the Flesh   Just because we are Christians does not mean we n...

Weekend at Klang

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This weekend, I had the privilege of ministering the Word at  HighPoint Life . This time, Pastor Pathi hosted me, as Pastor Stephen was away in Port Dickson for the  Haggai Experience . Brother Jit kindly picked me up from the airport—it was so good to see him again. Glad to see Pst Patti again and he had been a great host. I was especially glad to see Pastor Pathi’s wife, Usha. She has made remarkable progress—truly a walking miracle. Just a few months ago, she had a serious fall and had to undergo emergency surgery due to bleeding in the brain. It was a critical moment, but God intervened. Today, she can hold conversations and, though her movements are still a little slow, she’s improving steadily. God truly hears the cries of His people. The Sunday morning service was wonderful. It was a joy to meet the members again, especially Flora and the other leaders of the church. I shared on the topic  “Your Calling – The Purpose of the Pit.”  Many responded to the message...

When faith shines brighter than victory

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Until now, I’ve never really understood or liked cricket. To me, it was just a game that stirred wild excitement among fans — I thought they were crazy or I was missing something. I watched from a distance, often wondering   why  p eople were so obsessed with it.     But on  31 October , something shifted. I read about  Jemimah Rodrigues , a young Indian female cricketer, who led her team to victory against Australia. I saw something far greater than athletic skill. When the victory came, she cried — and then did something rare. She thanked  Jesus  first.  Yes, Jemimah Rodrigues openly gave God the glory for her success in her interview. In multiple accounts of her post-match interview, Jemimah specifically said, "Firstly I would like to thank Jesus as I couldn't do it on my own," pointing upward before speaking into the microphone. She explained how prayer, Scripture, and her faith in Christ empowered her through a mentally challenging perio...

What a blessing

I was almost in tears as I read a message from a pastor in Malaysia whom I’ve been supporting for the past three years. It was the first time I received such a heartfelt note from anyone, in this manner. Although we never expected anything in return for what we have sown, this pastors words reminded me that there are still those who remember and give back with gratitude. In a world where everyone just want to receive, these is like "balm in Gilead". It touched me deeply and reminded me that nothing sown in love is ever forgotten. ====================== Dear Pastor, Thank you so much for your continued support. We are truly blessed, and by God’s grace, our church is growing. We deeply appreciate how you stood with us when we were still striving. Today, we see the fruit of your prayers and the seeds you’ve sown into our lives. God has been so faithful, and doors are beginning to open for us. Pastor, I believe your ministry is also flourishing and will need this support even mor...

The Transformer – From a heart of stone to a heart of flesh

Ezekiel 36:26   — “ I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.”   One of the most remarkable things I have witnessed is the transformation that takes place when a person comes to Christ. My father was a living example of this. Before he became a Christian, his life was marked by destructive habits and moral failures. But after he encountered Christ, he became a completely transformed man. And there are countless stories like his — testimonies of lives renewed by the grace and power of God.   Isn’t that what Paul meant when he wrote:   “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here.”   —   2 Corinthians 5:17   In   Ezekiel 36 , God made a powerful promise to the nation of Israel. At that time, the people were scattered in exile because they had defiled the land with idols and sinful practices (vv.17–19). Yet even...

In the midst of noise

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And after the earthquake came a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire. And after the fire came a gentle whisper.” —  1 Kings 19:12 (NIV)   “Be still, and know that I am God.” —  Psalm 46:10 (NIV)   Have you noticed how much noise surrounds us today? The constant buzz of social media, the hum of the city streets, the chatter of people—and even the unending voices inside our own minds. Sometimes, the loudest noise isn’t around us but within us.   Even in moments of prayer or worship, our lips may sing praises while our minds wander. Thoughts rush in—our worries, plans, regrets, and even doubts. It’s no wonder many of us ask,  “How can I hear the voice of God amid all this noise?”   Just imagine—how is it possible to hear God’s voice amid so many distractions around us today? Even in moments meant for prayer, our phones buzz, notifications chime, and the television hums in the background. And we complain “God is not speaking”. The truth is God is peaking...