Grasshopper

Hi Everyone,


A grasshopper fell on the ground from our ceiling fan yesterday. I've heard a splattering sound, something falling from the top and when I look over, it was a brown grasshopper. I was surprised that it fell from the top. It lost one of its wings as well.


These are the pictures of the ceiling fan and the friendly grasshopper:

That's all for today,

Rogerkoo

Hillsong - Saviour King

Hi Everyone,

Another post today! I recently discovered a new song by Hillsong. It was actually on my music collection that I got from my friend. Later, I found out that the Don Moen's I Believe There Is More album I bought recently also contains this song. Both versions are good. I like especially the chorus but the lyrics are not bad, I think.

Here is a video of Saviour King that I've found on YouTube. Enjoy!

I still like How Great Is Our God by Chris Tomlin. Saviour King has just been added to my favourite Christian songs list. There are Christian songs which you can hear it over and over again.

Cheers,

Rogerkoo

Blog posts on 7th November 2009:

Saviour King

Loving Others

Loving Others

Hi Everyone,

In the last week's sermon, the speaker called us to love others. The sermon last Sunday was on Why Christians Should Not Sin. In the bible, we are called to love our neighbours as ourselves and love our enemies. Easier said than done in real life. Certain people are very difficult to like.

Even so, we should show love to them as well just as Jesus showed His love to us through his death and resurrection. Jesus came as a saviour for sinners, which for us when he died and rose again from his death. Yet, people rejected Him but Jesus still loves them for they did not know what they are doing (Luke 23:34). ³⁴Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing. (BibleGateway.com, http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Luke+23:34&version=NIV)

In our everyday life, we may find it very hard to care or to be friends with certain people. However as Christians, we should really pray to God regarding this that we should love or care for others even though they are very difficult to be liked. We should treat and respect them for who they are even though they might did something that has hurt or insulted us.

Also, in the bible, we are called to be reconciled to someone whom we have hurt before giving offering in the altar. This is found in Matthew 5:22-23.

²²But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother^{a]" style="font-size: 0.75em; line-height: 0.5em; ">[a]}will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to his brother, 'Raca,^{b]" style="font-size: 0.75em; line-height: 0.5em; ">[b]}' is answerable to the Sanhedrin. But anyone who says, 'You fool!' will be in danger of the fire of hell.²³"Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, ²⁴leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift. (BibleGateway.com,http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%205:22-24&version=NIV)

If we have hurt someone or someone has hurt us, we should not keep it in our heart. As Christians, we need to show forgiveness to the other party. We need to reconciled with the other party so that our burden can be lifted. Of course, it's easier said than done. Therefore we need to pray constantly to God so that we will be able to forgive just as God forgave our sins through Jesus Christ.

Loving others who are very difficult to like is a very hard thing to do. We need to have the open mindedness to love that person for it is what God commanded us to do. By doing so, we not only obeying God's command but it is an action which really stands out. We also need to always pray to God that we can forgive others and others can forgive us. We need to take action to be reconciled with the other party no matter what the response are. It is then up to God to show us His power of reconciliation and love. As long as we have done the right action, our burden are lifted. I believe that in the future, all the parties would be reconciled but it would take time.

As Christians, we are not perfect but with God's help and constant prayer, we would be able to love one another and will do our best not do hurt other people's feelings. We should also take the right steps to be reconciled with the other party if we did hurt his / her / their feelings.

Any comments on this? Please feel free to leave the comments or discuss it. Thank you.

Cheers,

Rogerkoo

Blog posts on 7th November 2009:

Saviour King

Loving Others

Sergeant Keroro

Hi Everyone, Sergeant Keroro is a very funny anime that talks about 5 amphibians (frog) led by Sergeant Keroro himself to take over the world known as Pekopon. They come from the Keron country. Each attempt to take over world failed miserably. Enjoy the hilarious acts of Sergeant Keroro and the gang on Pekopon. While they were at Pekopon, they are under the care a human. Sergeant Keroro is kept busy doing house chores at the Hinata's house. Characters: Sergeant Keroro (Green) The Leader of the Keroro gang Under the care of Fuyuki Hinata The Hinata family consists of Fuyuki, his sister, Natsumi and their mum, Aki Hinata Likes to make Gundam models and watch the Admiral Geroro show He is helping out at the Hinata's with the house chores. He can be lazy sometimes. Private Tamama (Dark Blue) Cute and lovely character of the show Can throw a huge fireball from his mouth which gives a very bad damage. It is called Tamama's Impact. Under the care of Momoka Jealous of anyone who gets to Sergeant Keroro especailly Angel Mois who is an Earth Destroyer. Angel Mois is actually Keroro's cousin. Her duty is to destroy the world. Can see her in action in certain episodes. She likes Sergeant Keroro. Giroro (Purple) Skilled and trained in combat and firearms Serious in his duties to take over the world He likes Natsumi He thinks Sergeant Keroro is not serious in his duties as a leader Kururu (Yellow) He is the intelligence member of the gang He invents things and makes gadgets. He is technologically sound. He has a trademark laugh (Ke Ke Ke) His eyes are spirals Under the care of Saburo Dororo (Light Blue) The quietest member of the gang Trained in ninja Under the care of Koyuki where she saved Dororo while he was in a trap when he was separated from his platoon Sometimes got left out in the gang Below are the 2nd opening and closing theme songs of Season 2 of the show. They are quite catchy. Sergeant Keroro is currently showing on Animax, Astro Channel 715 at 1800. It is repeated at 2100 and weekends either Saturday or Sunday. Opening Theme 2 Closing Theme 5 It is a hilarious anime. The episodes could be very funny sometimes. Will have a good laugh.

Just Some Thoughts

Hi Everyone,

Is money the most important thing in our lives? How about cars or houses? Well, all these are important but as a Christian, God is the most important in our lives. We are serving God as an expression of thanksgiving and in everything that we say or we do, it is for His glory.

We are told to earn as much money as possible to support our family and ourselves. Maybe also to support the church too if we are Christians. It may be true in some churches that the more you give, the better you will be blessed. Not that money is not important but our focus should not be only money. Please buy things that are within your budget. Do not overspend it until we have not much left. We should be content with what we have. Call it a blessing if you have more. Spend your money wisely. Yes, we can buy the things that we like but at the same time, we also need to think if it is important to us. If it is too expensive now, we can opt to buy it later. Save more and buy it at a later date. At that time, it may be cheaper or a new model may be launched. Buy when there are discounts unless we could not help it when the need arises.

Cheers,

Rogerkoo

Greetings from Rogerkoo

Hi Everyone, Going overseas again today. Might not be able to update this blog often but I can update through e-mail if I can. My Top Songs (doesn't include Christian songs in this section)

• Avril Lavigne: When You're Gone, Complicated
• Bee Gees: IOIO
• Beyonce: Halo
• Boyzone: Better, No Matter What
• Colbie Caillat: Fallin for You
• Daughty: No Surprise
• Enrique Iglesias feat. Ciara: Taking Back My Love
• Full Metal Alchemist Theme Songs
• Il Divo: Una Noche, La Luna, Music in My Heart, Caruso, Unchained Melody, Adagio
• Kris Allen: No Boundaries
• Michael Jackson: Man in the Mirror
• Miley Cyrus: The Climb
• Taylor Swift: You Belong With Me, Love Story
• Slam Dunk Theme Songs
• Tears to Tiara Theme Songs

Here's the latest music video by Taylor Swift. You Belong With Me is her latest single released. It is the 6th song in her Fearless album. My Top Christian Songs

• Before The Throne of God
• Chris Tomlin: God of This City, How Great Is Our God, Sing Sing Sing, Made to Worship
• Friend of God
• Give Thanks
• Hillsong: Hosanna, At the Cross, Mighty to Save, With All I Am, For All You've Done
• Hymns: Be Thou My Vision, The Old Rugged Cross
• In Christ Alone, In Christ Alone My Hope Is Found
• Lincoln Brewster: Everlasting God
• Matt Redman: You Never Let Go
• Ruben Stoddard: Shout to the Lord
• Sufjan Stevens: Come Thou Fount Of
• The Solid Rock
• To God Be The Glory

Mobile Phone / Smartphone Wishlist

• IPhone 3G(S)
• Samsung Jet
• Samsung Star 3G
• LG Crystal
• LG Cookie

This is my 107th blog post. See you next time. Cheers, Rogerkoo

Unity

Hi, We always hear news on unity these days. What does unity mean? We are called to be united in Christ Jesus. We should stay united with people from all walks of life. Unity is not about having the same opinions with each other. Unity is about sharing the same common goal with each other. For example, unity in Christ Jesus, united about certain policies, career or global issues like global warming and save the environment. Unity means being tolerable and respectful to people from all walks of life and backgrounds. This include respecting each other's culture, tradition and the way we do things. There are several good things that we can learn and embrace from each other too. Unity means we can be friends with people from all walks of life without insulting each other. When I studied in Melbourne, I have friends from different countries such as Australia, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, China, India, Vietnam, Thailand, and Hong Kong. We don't have any issues being friends with each other at all. All of us may have different opinions on certain things. This does not mean we are not united. We are merely sharing with each other about what is good and what alternatives do we have to reach the goal. Every decision or opinion has its pros and cons. In the end, we will choose a decision or decisions which benefits all (A win win situation) where everyone is satisfied out of outcome. It may even be a compromise or win lose but it is the best solution. Our opinions may be different but when the reason(s) of why this / these should be chosen or should not be chosen is / are explained, everyone will have a clear understanding on what is happening. In the end, the goal is achieved. Listening to others is perhaps the key aspect to unity. We should listen to each other and make the best possible answer to the issue on hand. There may be dissatisfaction among certain parties but it needs to be addressed correctly. Detailed explanations should be told to the parties / stakeholders involved on why the solution or the correct way to handle it is chosen. As a result, these things or issues may be resolved in the best manner possible. For Christians, these are several goals and things that we are united in:

• Worship God (includes every point stated below and singing praises to God)
• Prayer - praying for the nation, world, for each other and for our family and friends
• Evangelism - direct and indirect (We need to have both because each one of us have different skills and abilities to do so. Together we will achieve the goal.)
• Living - Living out our lives as authentic Christians. Our character, lifestyle, actions, behaviour, speech should be the same as that of Jesus Christ and God the Heavenly Father
• Fellowship with one another among others
• Church policies / traditions - This should be the same among all church members

Let's say we go to a restaurant or coffee shop. Everyone ordered nasi lemak except me. I ordered something else healthier. Does that mean I am not united with them? The answer is no. I merely made the choice of choosing something healthier. We respect each other's decision whether or not we choose the nasi lemak. Sometimes, more than one person may not choose nasi lemak also. Or to solve a particular issue, person A proposes Solution A and person B proposes B. After a round of discussions, Solution B is the right method to solve it. Person A might feel a little unhappy about that but he understands why Solution B is chosen. He agrees with it. We are united in solving the issue. It is not that the group does not have unity among its team members. That's all, Rogerkoo