Life is so fragile....
It's the time of the year again for festive season.....this time, it's the Deepavali (celebrated by Hindus) and Hari Raya celebration(celebrated by Muslim). Thus, I suppose a lot of people have already left KL and head back to their respective homes to be with their loved ones, away from the hustle and bustle of the city although the celebration is still a couple of days away!
This makes me wonder if the students will still be coming to college on Monday since Tuesday and Thursday would be a public holiday!! Anyway, having said this, I can't help but reminisce the good old days when I was a student myself, so carefree with nothing much to worry about except assignments and EXAMS and would definitely look forward to every public holiday when there's no need to go to college!! I look back at all the fond memories that I had with my old friends (from high school, college, university, church) and wonder how are they doing now; each one of them although I can't quite recall everyone's name over the years. Anyway, I thanked the Lord for bringing the many wonderful people into my life. I count my life as very blessed because I've never encountered any villain nor conman before. Only good natured souls!!
Maybe I've not seen enough of the world yet as how someone puts it! Maybe I'm still very naive because I don't believe that humans could be so cruel to kill one another. The most depressing thing when I watch CNN for daily updates would be to hear of major catastrophies happening. Just a few days ago, I woke up and heard that the Nigerian plane went down soon after take off, possibly struck by the storm( bad weather condition) and the search team still could not locate the plane. Then, very much later, it was confirmed that none survived the unexpected plane tragedy, all 117 passengers on board did not make it to their destinations safely. I felt so sorry for those on board and sympathise with those who have lost their loved ones. At the same time, I really thanked God because I know an old friend is definitely not flying that plane. Thank God that although he's a pilot, I know that the Lord's protection hands will always be upon him wherever he is and whenever he flys. Take care old fren!
Then, just yesterday, 4 consecutive bombings occurred in New Delhi. When the locals are expected to be busy preparing for a Diwali celebration very soon( celebrated by Hindus), who would have expected that this joyous festive season would turn into a mourning period for some families who have not been spared of the traumatic tragedy?
Come to think of all that is happening around the world reminds me of how fragile is life! Sometimes, I don't want to just sit and watch and feel pity for the people who are suffering out there. I want to help lift up their broken spirit, lend a helping hand and be there for those in need. But, the question is, am I ready to go? When is the time to go?
Ten years ago, when I read the Bible, I highlighted one of my favourite verses. Today, it is still one of my favourite verses. And the question still lingers in my mind.....when is the time to go? If it is God's will for me, I will abide in Matthew 28:19-20.
This makes me wonder if the students will still be coming to college on Monday since Tuesday and Thursday would be a public holiday!! Anyway, having said this, I can't help but reminisce the good old days when I was a student myself, so carefree with nothing much to worry about except assignments and EXAMS and would definitely look forward to every public holiday when there's no need to go to college!! I look back at all the fond memories that I had with my old friends (from high school, college, university, church) and wonder how are they doing now; each one of them although I can't quite recall everyone's name over the years. Anyway, I thanked the Lord for bringing the many wonderful people into my life. I count my life as very blessed because I've never encountered any villain nor conman before. Only good natured souls!!
Maybe I've not seen enough of the world yet as how someone puts it! Maybe I'm still very naive because I don't believe that humans could be so cruel to kill one another. The most depressing thing when I watch CNN for daily updates would be to hear of major catastrophies happening. Just a few days ago, I woke up and heard that the Nigerian plane went down soon after take off, possibly struck by the storm( bad weather condition) and the search team still could not locate the plane. Then, very much later, it was confirmed that none survived the unexpected plane tragedy, all 117 passengers on board did not make it to their destinations safely. I felt so sorry for those on board and sympathise with those who have lost their loved ones. At the same time, I really thanked God because I know an old friend is definitely not flying that plane. Thank God that although he's a pilot, I know that the Lord's protection hands will always be upon him wherever he is and whenever he flys. Take care old fren!
Then, just yesterday, 4 consecutive bombings occurred in New Delhi. When the locals are expected to be busy preparing for a Diwali celebration very soon( celebrated by Hindus), who would have expected that this joyous festive season would turn into a mourning period for some families who have not been spared of the traumatic tragedy?
Come to think of all that is happening around the world reminds me of how fragile is life! Sometimes, I don't want to just sit and watch and feel pity for the people who are suffering out there. I want to help lift up their broken spirit, lend a helping hand and be there for those in need. But, the question is, am I ready to go? When is the time to go?
Ten years ago, when I read the Bible, I highlighted one of my favourite verses. Today, it is still one of my favourite verses. And the question still lingers in my mind.....when is the time to go? If it is God's will for me, I will abide in Matthew 28:19-20.
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