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| On Oct 15, Saturday, I went to the Mizzou Homecoming game. The Tigers were victorious over Iowa State Cyclones with an overtime field goal. I also had the chance to visit with many old friends who were most welcoming and gracious. Shout out to J. Rah, Krista, Allie, Sasha and company, and Annie. You made me remember how fun college is. I hope to visit soon.
On Oct 16, I lead Sunday worship at my church (Emmanuel Chinese Baptist Church) for the fifth time. I'm so happy God can use me to help others bring Him pleasure with songs and prayers. God has also opened a new door for me: to lead a small group for grades 10-12 on the topic of building strong friendships. I LOVE these kids, they possess the great gift of hunger. My job became easier when they showed up with a open mind and a soft heart. They were willing to learn and their ears were tuned to instruction. I couldn't ask for more as a teacher. May this excitement and availability synergize. And may I be a Godly role model to all of them. Note: there is a newsletter over this small group in the works. | | |
| I've been back home in KC for about a month now. I know school has started for some people but I feel so relieved that I am not affected by that. Although I don't miss the academic part of college, I do miss the friendships/relationships. People of Mizzou, I miss you all and I will visit fast and frequently. This is the greatest challenge I have now, that is finding new friends who are like minded and like hearted. God will provide. Now that I'm finally done with college, what am I doing? Well...I am a personal trainer for Fitness Together and also working on being an owner of that franchise in Overland Park, KS. What a blessing! I never thought I would be in this position. Maybe that's because my faith in God's capability in my life was so small. If I only had faith the size of a mustard seed. But despite my lack of trust, and even ungratefulness, he is STILL faithful and unfailing in love. Grace has fallen on me, I got what I DON'T deserve. I can only give credit to God because he truly gives when you ask, help you find when you seek, and open doors when you knock. There is no greater being then the one who has absolute control of the universe. All praise Lord Jesus Christ. | | |
| My mom called me yesterday and told me she is heading home for China this Thursday because my grandfather is severely ill. My mom is a strong and resilient woman, but I don't think this trip will be easy for her since it may be the last time she will ever see her father. I pray that she will have a safe trip, but most of all for her to find comfort and solace from the Healer and Protector who is Christ. I also pray that my grandfather, who I haven't had the chance to know, will have the blessed assurance in knowing Christ as Lord and Savior. Oh I pray that he knows you Jesus! Oh I pray that he knows you Jesus as the way, life, and truth!! Lord, have mercy! Your Kingdom come and your will be done. | | |
| Fourth week of summer school is about to start (last week of the four week session). I don't like counting down but I only have six weeks left of my undergraduate career. This chapter of my life is about to end and a new one is about to start. This is an exciting time for me because I get to witness God's soverigty over my life. Like Paul, the apostle, I am learning to be content in all my circumstances, wheather in need or in plenty. God is showing me how to be humble that is not taking myself so seriously. Life is so much easier and simpler if you let God take over the driver seat. Being the passenger means you get to sit back and observe the beautiful scenery that is called life; you would miss this if you were caught up in where you want to go. If you are too serious or controling, you will miss the very moment that God has for you to delight in Him. Life can be fun and rewarding if you learn to let go and let God.
This Sat. was my friend Greg Mak's going away party. He is heading out to Iraq to fight for our country. I am proud to have such a fine and Godly man as a friend and a brother in Christ. Greg, my prayers are with you and you will be missed. Defend what you hold dear, our country and the Cross.
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| First week of summer school has passed. Second week is about to begin. I am taking an eight week session on communication speech, cultural psychology for the first four week session and survey of east Asia for the second four week session. I have to read Murder on a Kibbutz for cul. psy. before tue (a lot of reading). | | |
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