In This Land

The guys and I took the opportunity of the long Merdeka weekend to go back to Penang to visit their grandmother and eldest uncle. It was such a lovely stay just chilling, enjoying the fine weather, the food (can't forget this important part) and of course the company.

We went to Georgetown Baptist Church (GBC) on Sunday for service and without fail, every time I step inside that church, I am thoroughly blessed by just being there. Their simplicity and sincerity always amazes me. And this time, God had a treat for us.

There was a song presentation by some of the youths. The message behind the lyrics was simply powerful and a great reminder to us all. Lyrics of the song is as written below:

Title: In This Land
Composer: Jeremy Ng (GBC)

In this land, I will praise.
This is where You rule and reign.
In this land, I will stay.
May Your glory fill this place.

There is a calling for every man.
A greater purpose in the Maker’s hand.
Will you hear the call?
Will you take your stand?
As a people of this land.

In this land, I will serve.
This is where I’ll pour out my love.
In this land, I will pray.
May Your glory fill this place.

There is a calling for every man.
A greater purpose in the Maker’s hand.
Will you hear the call?
Will you take your stand?
As a people of this land.


Malaysia for Your glory.

Superb Acting Effort

Enjoy!

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Bloopers:

A testimony by one of the baptism candidates in GBC

Testimony by Lau Say Yok

I have three sons and a daughter. My husband passed away five years ago. My daughter and son-in-law's family are all Christians. They always shared the gospel with me and played CDs for me to listen to. Once in awhile, I followed them to church. The people there were very friendly and warm, but I did not feel anything special. I thought that all religions were the same, telling people to do good.

Among my children, the one whom I worried about the most was my eldest son, Soon Leong Hooi. He used to drink a lot and would get drunk. He had a bad temper and was always fighting. My daughter had been telling him that only Jesus can change his life. One day, he told me that he wanted to accept Jesus too. So I agreed with him and accepted Jesus at the same time. Under the pastor's guidance, we went through the sinner's prayer, and we became Christians. The pastor helped me to remove the idols at home.

From that day onwards, we have been to church services every week. Entering the church makes me happy. Now, I do not understand why I refused to attend church services before, despite having been invited by so many people. After a period of time, miracles happened. My eldest son stopped drinking and his temper was in control. Then lately, he stopped smoking too! I remember once he went out at night and I purposely followed him quietly. I wanted to check whether he would go out to drink but he did not. Instead, he was sharing the gospel with his friends in a coffee shop. Oh, thank the Lord! He really has changed and I do not have to worry about him anymore. As a mother, I do not ask for good food or a big house. I just wish that my children would live a wonderful life. I believe that all parents have the same wish. The changes in my eldest son took away a lot of my burdens.

Praise God, today my son and I are here to be baptised. I have decided to put my trust in Jesus and will never turn back. If it were not for His precious blood, I would not be able to live until today. It is because only He can wash away my sins and give me joy and hope. I am no longer in despair but rejoicing. The words in the Bible have now come alive in me, "Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." Thank the Lord. May all glory belong to the Lord. Amen.

I was really touched during the service and teared for I witness and sense such an immense joy and life changing experience in the lives of the baptism candidates. Truly a meaningful service.