Thanksgiving from Matthew & Joan

Dear Forerunners,

Joan and I would like to share a brief testimony of thanksgiving on what the Lord has done and has been doing in our lives since day 1 of our wedding prep all the way to post wedding update.

Indeed God has been constantly reminding us to "be still and know that He is God"... time and time again He told us to wait upon and trust in Him especially when things don't seem to fall in place, during difficult and hectic work situation and schedule, feeling faithless, arguments over petty issues, feeling down and out etc.

Just when we were feel like giving up and stop whatever we are doing eg. house hunting and wedding prep, even honeymoon etc. God answered all our prayers! He provided a brand new house for us in Jalan Membina (after almost 1 yr long of house hunting) and a strong contingent of helpers who came together during our wedding day and executed swift and smooth delivery of their services, putting all things together and presenting the best on that very special day! From the perfect weather to the lighting of the unity candles under windy condition, all the way to the fine details of the banquet... God made all things beautiful! And we even managed to chance upon a short holiday package for our mini honeymoon the day after our wedding. Last but not least God provided our every need especially in terms of finances for the wedding. We are really grateful and thankful for what our Heavenly Father has done for us as we looked back.

For those of you who are still "waiting" for the Lord in answering your prayers... He is Faithful... and... His Love Never Fails...

Matt & Joan

Adrian, Serene & Jenna

Just want to post our testimonies and thanksgiving through the last week. I pray that it'll be an encouragement to all who prayed, and sharing with us in tasting the Lord's goodness! :)

Our testimonies (too many to 'report' so I'll keep it to point form so that it's easier to read k?)

1. Adrian

• Yes the laptop is still crashed. But God gave him a new laptap replacement. (the best news is yet to come... read on.)
• The presentation he was working into the night for went very well. His boss' boss (who's the CEO) was impressed and happy with the work presented.
• The best news now- He got news that he has been promoted to the next ranking before his presentation!! Apparently his boss has been 'pushing' for his promotion for a while, and the confirmation came this week when all things seemed not to go well... but hey! God knows and He lifts us up when we hang on and give our best!
• So.... PRAISE THE LORD!

2. Jenna

• She recovered from her fever almost immediately after i sent out the prayer request!
• Despite cough and runny nose, she remained active and cheery.
• Davinia (my beloved sis-in-law), together with Robilyn, my helper, has been a blessing in caring for her.

3. Me (serene)... :)

• I surprised myself for being able to sit through 2 days of intense meeting without feeling sleepy at all!!
• I was also shockingly good tempered and joyful despite lack of sleep. (err... ask adrian, he'll tell u the horrors of living with a lack-of-sleep serene.) *thanks for praying for me to have a sweet and gentle spirit through this season... *
• God assured me time and time again of His promises and presence through your sms-es and reminded me during sunday service that I'm to constantly lift Jesus' name over my household- a precious lesson for me to remember.

Thanks for praying for us! I literally live through the week by your prayer-generated power! Let's continue to persevere in interceding for each other, cos there's really great power in united prayers!

Love you lots,

Serene