#friendsofjesus

Introduction Beloved, today our reflection centres on Acts 11:19-end and John 15:12-17. Both passages call us to embrace God’s expansive love and extend that love to others as part of our Christian mission. Main Focus: Love as the Core of Our Mission The main theme of these passages is the fundamental commandment to love one another. We will delve into understanding love not merely as an…

In the last 2 days, I’ve hit the first rock bottom of 2019. 

I was mad and sad 

definitely not glad, and

mad for being sad and

sad for being mad.

And I asked myself, from whence doth my joy arise? 

I realised, I’ve tried a ton of stuff in my life to make me happy, perhaps except doing drugs, binging on alcohol (because I am biologically incapable of attaining ethanolic euphoria without passing out ) and self-flagellation.

I have, however, not experienced as much joy as I do from helping the auntie at AMK station collect cardboard, seeing her smile and receiving her warm hug. I have not been embraced by such profound inexplicable exuberance as my time and service in the Friends of Jesus ministry (FoJ).

I’ve always wanted to write a post about my service in FoJ, but I could never find the words. It is a ministry like no other, without tangible accolades, glory or praise. It is, on its surface, a thankless gamble, but deep down, it truly reflects what it means to sow seeds, grow them and reap the harvest. 

I missed out on FoJ this week ‘cause some nonsense happened in camp. And I felt incomplete and less joyful.

He has shown you, O mortal, what is good.

   And what does the Lord require of you?

To act justly and to love mercy

   and to walk humbly with your God.