After much thoughts, I have decided to put a pause to this blog, so I focus my energy on other things in life and other internet-related websites by me.
Throughout 2018, there's a lot of lessons from feedback and comments
received about my sharing and music. I really want to thank all of you
for your honesty.
One of the many reasons I am looking forward to 2019
is that there's plenty more of things to share - stories, lessons, music
and life itself.
I do want to sincerely apologize for my shortcomings in my conduct and relationship with you.
Cheers and see you all .. when I see you all...
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Showing posts with label timlim. Show all posts
Monday, December 31, 2018
Tuesday, December 25, 2018
Merry Christmas!
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 🎄
Sunday, December 9, 2018
warehouse gig
Though yesterday was a long and tiring day but my heart is full, because I am able to do what I love doing and to be a blessing to others.
thanks for the feedback that was shared to me. Let’s keep going!
Thanks for the weekend vibes. Looking forward to Christmas!
Tuesday, November 27, 2018
"make me feel" EP
Greetings peeps,
Pleased to announce that my previously “online EP” is now renamed as “make me feel” EP and it is available at Spotify platform for your streaming pleasure.
You can also stream it at Apple music!! All you need to do is to search for “Tim Lim” on both music platform.
This EP contains 5 songs that were released as singles in the past and all are favourites of many, such as “complete” and “make me feel”. A big shoutout to @iambryanlimus and @loshiseng for being involved in recording and mixing process.
Yes, please stream and share!!
Tuesday, November 6, 2018
SPOTIFY ME!
LADIES & GENTLEMEN, I AM PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE that I AM ON SPOTIFY!!
Yessss peeps, here is where you can find me -https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HchAJh4OZusfzIJbFA0Tp?si=LETeoqLfT2W-A7-Y1XxJ9Q
My 2 albums are now online for your streaming pleasure. That means you can have me singing to you anytime anywhere, as long as you have Spotify la.. hahaha..
Like I told you, good things come to those who wait. I hope this answers those questions whether you can find me on Spotify.. so yea, now you can!
You can still purchase the physical copies of the albums from me and OpenMicMalaysia. Your support will really encourage songwriters like me.
Credit to Psytrus and his crew at Pulsesoundworks for making this possible. Also, thank you Jonathan Tse for believing in me by making those two albums a reality.
PLEASE follow me at Spotify and share the good news to everyone! Spread the news, pleassseeeee
Thank you all for your tremendous support over the years! Cheers to you all, I hope there’s more things in life we can celebrate together 🙂
Post-credit : (in true Marvel style) well, if there’s Spotify page now, that means there’s new single coming out? Ah, stay tuned for that 🙂
Yessss peeps, here is where you can find me -https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HchAJh4OZusfzIJbFA0Tp?si=LETeoqLfT2W-A7-Y1XxJ9Q
My 2 albums are now online for your streaming pleasure. That means you can have me singing to you anytime anywhere, as long as you have Spotify la.. hahaha..
Like I told you, good things come to those who wait. I hope this answers those questions whether you can find me on Spotify.. so yea, now you can!
You can still purchase the physical copies of the albums from me and OpenMicMalaysia. Your support will really encourage songwriters like me.
Credit to Psytrus and his crew at Pulsesoundworks for making this possible. Also, thank you Jonathan Tse for believing in me by making those two albums a reality.
PLEASE follow me at Spotify and share the good news to everyone! Spread the news, pleassseeeee
Thank you all for your tremendous support over the years! Cheers to you all, I hope there’s more things in life we can celebrate together 🙂
Post-credit : (in true Marvel style) well, if there’s Spotify page now, that means there’s new single coming out? Ah, stay tuned for that 🙂
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
mid-Oct updates
I know it’s early to tell or say anything but one of the things I am grateful for in this year is the opportunities to be back in the studio, for various recording projects. Some are collective effort with a few awesome people while one of it is for my new single.
Actually, some of you would know what some of it is all about. Not sure when all of these will be out for all to hear and enjoy but nevertheless, my prayer is that these songs will be pleasing to your dear ears and souls.
Good things come to those who wait and I hope all these are worth your attention. Yup, keep sticking close to my social posts for these!
Ps: well, I received a few feedback that you all loved that new song I debut in this year’s praiseunited. I only have the demo version for all to hear but let me reconsider if i want it to be online. But nevertheless, thanks for your kind words, it will inspire me to write more songs.
Monday, October 22, 2018
"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 :-
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!
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 :-
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!
Thursday, October 4, 2018
praiseunited 2.0 highlights
Here are the highlights from Praise United 2.0 , which features yours truly and South and The Lowlands.
Sunday, September 30, 2018
praiseunited2.0
Lionhearts indeed.
What a wonderful night, together with these champs. Thank you South and The Lowlands
for the heartfelt music and the wonderful sharing Ps Sebastian.
Looking forward to more moments like this with you all in future
To those who made this night possible by serving in every ways, thank you so much for your heart. To those who came, thank you as well and hope you are blessed, just as much I did personally.
A lot of things just fall into place nicely, a testimony that God always takes care of those who trust Him, because prior to today, I wrestle with a lot of personal thoughts. Anyway, whatever happens in the future, should you have feedback, testimonies and thoughts about just now, just DM/PM. It would be helpful, seriously.
And oh, hope you all like the new song i debuted just now. I actually wrote it when i was still in Sabah few years ago, just that I didn’t have the chance to share it. I guess it’s God’s timing that i am able to do it this year, with the help of timlimproject band who made it sound superb. Credit to them.
Anyway, like I said in my previous status, 29th September has plenty of reasons to give thanks for. Cheers to God and all of you who make it all possible.
Just so you know too, I am still a MU fan.
Once again, cheers to all for making this year’s #fccpraiseunited awesome!
To those who made this night possible by serving in every ways, thank you so much for your heart. To those who came, thank you as well and hope you are blessed, just as much I did personally.
A lot of things just fall into place nicely, a testimony that God always takes care of those who trust Him, because prior to today, I wrestle with a lot of personal thoughts. Anyway, whatever happens in the future, should you have feedback, testimonies and thoughts about just now, just DM/PM. It would be helpful, seriously.
And oh, hope you all like the new song i debuted just now. I actually wrote it when i was still in Sabah few years ago, just that I didn’t have the chance to share it. I guess it’s God’s timing that i am able to do it this year, with the help of timlimproject band who made it sound superb. Credit to them.
Anyway, like I said in my previous status, 29th September has plenty of reasons to give thanks for. Cheers to God and all of you who make it all possible.
Just so you know too, I am still a MU fan.
Once again, cheers to all for making this year’s #fccpraiseunited awesome!
Tuesday, September 25, 2018
day 268 of 2018
#throwback to last year’s #fccpraiseunited
As the name suggests, it’s about bringing everyone from different backgrounds together in unity to worship and honour Him. Thus, this beautiful picture captures that meaning.
Last year was an awesome night and this year is going to be even better. This year, South and The Lowlands will be bringing their heartfelt music to us. O yes, 4 more days to go!
So don’t miss it yo, details are at : https://www.facebook.com/events/2167117923557517/?ti=ia
Saturday, September 22, 2018
1 week to PraiseUnited 2.0
#throwback to #fccgoesheartcore which happened 2 years ago.
A week from now, #fccpraiseunited is going to happen and let’s make awesome memories together on 29th September!
The evening starts at 5pm. Lots of things gonna happen on that evening - fellowship, food, music with me and South and the Lowlands, Ps Sebastian’ message, STL’s EP on sales and more!
So don’t miss it yo, details are at : https://www.facebook.com/events/2167117923557517/?ti=ia
So, join us and bring someone along!
Sunday, September 16, 2018
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.
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
Tuesday, September 11, 2018
day 254 of 2018
#throwback to Sunday’s #originalsonly gig at @geographer.kl
I usually update my blog whenever I can. So, do always dropby and check for the latest updates. Here's the link :- https://timlim1206.wixsite.com/timlimproject/blog-1
Next stop: #fccpraiseunited (18 more days)
https://www.facebook.com/events/2167117923557517/
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