Merry Christmas!

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Just as the 🌟 points the wise men to Jesus, my prayer is that His love will guide you through life.

In the world that is full of struggles, may His peace surrounds us because He has come to be with us.

Merry Christmas 🎄

Christmas WT gathering

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English worship team fellowship - a Christmas/thanksgiving theme

I am truly blessed by the family vibes especially during dinner time. Really enjoyed the fellowship, fun and food.

Thank you to all who came. You all made this possible and I believe all of us are truly blessed by each other’s presence.

Special shoutout to @whupwhupmy for being a wonderful host. And their turkey set this year is really awesome!

Speak Faith

It’s one of the points that Bishop Melter shared last weekend and it really hit me hard. Maybe because I heard his sermon twice on Sunday (in two different language) so it make sense a bit more but what he shared on BM service is something I wished everyone heard. Really. 

Actually, I wanted to share this thought few days ago but a lot of things in mind I am battling with. At some point, I feel like giving up where that sentence above seems to be so hard to even utter.

The oxymoron thing is about life is sometimes when you totally want to give up, is the time you feel you should practice faith even more.

“Speak faith” is not an excuse to brush away problems or expecting rainbows and unicorns all the way but learning to practice faith in God, knowing everything will eventually be alright, somehow someday, maybe in a month, a year, a decade. I don’t know exactly about what’s going to happen in future but God has His timing. Meanwhile, we’ll prepare our hearts to receive and facilitate that breakthrough.

FB memories reminded me something happened few years ago and I asked myself and God, “man, how that happened?” Only God can do it. And I believe He will do it again. Somehow someday.

Hebrews 11:1 “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen”.

"for you are with us" song story

I think I owe the whole internet world about the story on how the famous "For You are with us" song came about, which I co-wrote with Neil Frenniel.

Quick recap, Neil wrote his side of the story. Well, on my side, it would be quick similar but I try to add some depth to it.

We actually have been bouncing ideas about writing songs together for years. Life and ministry kept us busy till 2016, once I came back KL (after spending 2 years in KK), we had our usual catch up session at myburgerlab Sunway (yes, our usual hangout spot).

After a hearty meal, he told me he has some songs he couldn't finish for years and particularly one song that he felt there's something to it and he asked if I could try to make it work. I said, challenged accepted. Not long after that, I heard his draft and spend some time to workout a chorus and verses that would fit into what he had.

The first verse and pre-chorus was what I received from him that time. Pre-chorus for me was the hook, it's something you cannot run from. It's like the main message or anthem for that melody or song.

The verse 1 and pre-chorus goes like this...

If faith could move a mountain
With faith that's not as tall
Then oh, you mountain move
If faith was all it took
To cross the sea on foot
Then oh, we'll make the move

Pre Chorus :-
We will not be shaken
We will not be moved
We won't be afraid
For You are with us

One story that hits me immediately when I heard(or read) the first verse and pre-chorus is the story of Peter trying to walk on water to Jesus (Matthew 14:22-33) and Neil confirmed that the story of Peter is one of the inspiration to this verse and pre-chorus.

Taking all that into consideration and reflection while understanding the theme and the flow of the song, I spend some time to ponder and then try out some lyrics to complement all those.

Next half of the song was written by me, which was the chorus and verse 2. It is a reflection of Hebrews 11, a passage is about faith. It's also a call for response on the message about faith, which I hope it will reflect and complement what Neil wrote in the first half.

Verse 2  
If faith is all we need
To see what can't be seen
Then oh, we'll trust in You
If faith is all it takes
To know His endless grace
We rest our hope in You

Chorus
God above it all
Nothing can compare
To Your Majesty O Lord
Even through our darkest days
We won’t be afraid
For You’re always here
For You are with us

To Neil's credit, he adjusted the chorus a bit by changing some lyrics. Anyway, after writing my part, I bounced that back to Neil and it is his turn to ponder. Not long after that, he feedback that he recorded a demo of it with the OneAccord team then "challenged" me to sing it at FCC. That time, I wasn't ready or even convinced until a few months before 2017's praiseunited, I heard the demo version and then, there's this stir in my heart to do it in FCC Saturday service. Long story short, did it and the response of the congregation really impressed on me that God is doing something through this song.

In fact, we had an opportunity to sing this song together in 2017's praiseunited. Here's the footage :-

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Watching all the worship videos in both FCC and ENC encouraged me in many ways. Firstly, I just knew in my heart that God is using this song to minister to people especially in the area of trusting Him.

Secondly, it feels like an anthem for each of our churches because sometimes life can be tough and unpredictable, but knowing God is in control can be a real encouraging thought.

I just love how Psalms is written -- in the place of joy and trouble, the Psalmist choose to rejoice and trust in God.

Psalm 62:1-2 - ^"I am at rest in God alone; my salvation comes from Him. He alone is my rock and my salvation, my stronghold; I will never be shaken".

Here's some trivia part of the song :- I actually was invited to witness the post-production side of the song at the studio, after they recorded it live at their church. During that process, I joined the other OneAccord members in adding our vocals as layers for the live recording. So, that means, there's a small small small percentage of my voice in the recording, basically I am like "in the crowd" singing. Hahaha.

Alright, that's basically the story and I hope you have been blessed by this song. If you haven't, well, here's some facts for you to search, the song is featured in One Accord's "Forgiven seas" worship album, which you can purchase or stream at :-

bit.ly/ForYouAreWithUs
bit.ly/ForYouAreWithUsSpotify

And here's the Youtube music video of it...



Here are the previous articles I wrote which highlights that song too :-
https://timlimworshipjournal.blogspot.com/2018/02/for-you-are-with-us-neils-story.html
https://timlimworshipjournal.blogspot.com/2018/01/more-for-you-are-with-us-testimony.html

I think it's a testament of collaboration together.

Moving forward, well, Neil and I have written a few more songs together.. but let's see if any of those will be out like this song.

Anyway, thank you for reading this and God bless!

MALAYSIA DAY

“I am not Chinese but I am a Malaysian” - Lim Guan Eng

While each of us may be different in many ways - whether it’s ethic, background or belief - let’s not forget what makes us all awesome - we are all Malaysians, for better or worse.

Yes, we all have our weaknesses and shortcomings, but together, we can create miracles as we build this nation.

Let’s be thankful for the blessings that God has given to this land and let us strive together as nation.

HAPPY MALAYSIA DAY 

#throwbackpic : last year’s Merdeka gig at Frontera. Pic by @iantai

NINE

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Today is the 9th anniversary of THIS ROAD release

Thank You God for allowing me to be a blessing to many. Thank you to all of you for your tremendous support over the years. Like I said few days ago, I promise that I will do my best to make you all proud.

Best is yet to come. There is more

Day 247 of 2018

I know I have said this many times and I think I gonna say this a lot in future, but anyway, I just wanna take this opportunity to appreciate those who bought from my albums, from the pre-sales day till today.

Sometimes it's hard to define the battles I've face and gonna to face, but thank you for reminding me that I am not alone because your support means a lot to me. Your support reminds me there's hope in this world, there's love for creative people like me. It's like saying "keep going on bro, you've my support".

I'll promise you that I will improve to the best that I can, to be something you all are proud of.

Cheers.

//
 
#throwback to Sunday’s #KOMM

Next stop : OriginalOnly at @geographer.kl this Sunday





📷 wifey Audrey

groundeatery 3rd anniversary

Earlier today, I got to sing worship songs in public, which is something that I've been longing to do for the longest time, so to finally do it really made my heart full. I know it's only possible because of who God is.

People may say whatever they want but I'm always clear why I do it and I always believe that it is God who can make the impossible becomes possible. Only He can open doors and also closes whichever door He doesn't want you to go. In short, I never want to doubt what God is doing with my life and others around me.

I think what I learnt during DYAC affirms my thoughts.

At the end of the day, music is never meant to be kept inside 4 walls.

Thank you Shirley Kwong and crew for making this possible. May God bless your business to be a beacon of light and hope to the community.

worship team fellowship

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Wonderful worship team fellowship today. Loved the vibes from everyone, may we continue to honour God together in this ministry
#fcclife

birthday thankyou note

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THANK YOU all for the birthday wishes!

Thanks to those who remembered, thanks to those who showered me with social media wishes and personal messages. Thanks for the cakes as well, this year I received a lot of them!

Thanking God for His faithfulness for my life so far and only He knows what’s ahead.
To be honest, there are times I feel I am carrying a lot of burdens but that doesn’t stop me from giving up on the visions and dreams that being deposited in my heart. Whatever happens, i believe the best is yet to come and it will come in His beautiful timing.

Meanwhile, all glory to the man up there for past years. Here’s to more from Him.

Once again, thank you all for the wishes for the past one week. Cheers to ya all.
 
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new song

Perhaps you might wonder if there's more songs being written together with Neil F.B (of OneAccord/RELENT) .. and this is the answer.

Yup, here's another one, written with some help from US as well and hope you all enjoy this sneak peek.

Hopefully someday you may hear the full recording!

birthday 2018

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This is how my birthday looks like. 

This is what I live for. These moments best describe what my life is all about. 

Leading 800++ people to praise God. Man, what a blessing and privilege it is, especially on my birthday. Thank You God.

My birthday prayer is that there’s more moments like these - with thousands encountering God. Amen.

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Best way to celebrate birthday, all because of God is the greatest. A lot to give thanks, so all glory to Him! 

Church and voluteers

Hey, thought of sharing this podcast done by my 3 buds - Bryan and Jude Limus, Daniel Krishnan.

http://theaudiohookup.com/9

It can be a controversy and sensitive topic but necessary to ponder and discuss. The heart n the principal of the talk is this :-- how far can we go as a church to appreciate those who are serving? how can we instill passion n commitment?

#sermonrecap : authority of the bible

This is an assurance that whatever happens around us, knowing that we can turn to God's promises and words in the Scripture to understand and make sense what is going on.


“World events are moving very rapidly now. I pick up the Bible in one hand, and I pick up the newspaper in the other. And I read almost the same words in the newspaper as I read in the Bible. It’s being fulfilled every day round about us.”
- Billy Graham

Thanks AOT

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This band is one of my local heroes.

They are one of the reasons that got me to where I am today. I believe many will testify the same. A huge inspiration to all of us local Christian artist.

I remember hearing them years ago, probably more than 10 years, and I thought to myself, man, what they do is radical. With faith and music, stepping out beyond the walls of the church to bring the message of hope which became a breakthrough in my thoughts about doing music for God.

Fast forward, I am privileged to know them personally and they are really nice people to hangout with - discussing about music and faith.

Recently they shared about their future and i guess it is part and parcel of life where God is leading them into different seasons in life. To watch them last night was a huge honour for me. Not sure when this gonna happen again but I am proud to call them my heroes and my friends.

The battle's over and we're marching on. Our time is now. . Some of you may know that @armyofthreerock was my first band before @ahmband started. I joined the band when I was 17 and left the band in 09/10. Rejoined at the end of 2014 and put out another album with them in 2016. Toured the album #Heartcore the entire year. . Over the course of 2017, there were times where we spent realigning ourselves musically, spiritually and emotionally. We've all grown in our pace and we're all in different seasons of our lives. For now, the band will no longer be performing and will be on an indefinite hiatus. I don't know if it'll ever be back again. Only time will tell. If you've supported us throughout the years, thank you. . That being said, it may be an end for Army Of Three but it may just be the beginning for you. If you have been blessed, inspired and challenged by Army Of Three to start something for the Kingdom of God, go all out. Have the tenacity and zeal that never ends. Your time is now.

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My favourite song is “hope against hope”. Still my favourite even after 10 years. So glad it was played live last night.

Rock on @armyofthreerock and thanks for being an inspiration to us all. Looking forward to catchup with you all sometime soon.