Entering 2008

All this while, I have not been really excited about 2008. Back in my mind, I know that many changes will be emerging entering this year. All the way from the macro perspective to micro day-to-day life, I can feel the upcoming wave.

Other than the bloody red stock market, work has not given me enough time to catch another breathe as well. The death of Jenny, my dear cousin and big sister, came too sudden and put me in shock. Sadness has overwhelmed the family. When I heard the news, within a couple of minutes tears came down uncontrollably. I could still hear her soft voice in my head and see her beautiful face and long hair in the backdrop of my memory. I questioned not the reason why her departure of this life was so quick and early. I did not even become angry of God's sovereignty. Somehow, I have accepted her passing even if I would miss her. Somehow, I have a feeling that I am going to see her again someday in our heavenly home. Somehow, I choose to believe that she finally found rest in the arms of God. Somehow, out of this tragedy I know that the kindness of God is still in display.

Compare to life and death, everything else in life that we fight so hard for seems to be a trivial task. Once again, the incidence has driven home a message that we need to treasure our moments in life and live it to the fullness. Speak the kind words that others need to hear from us. Withhold not the act of kindness and love much.

Yes, work is important; principle is important; financial planning is important; happiness is important... but without the everlasting hope for eternity, life is still not worth living for.

I know that I will still find extraordinary favor in the midst of uncertainty. I have faith that we, who He has called us heirs, will transform from glory to glory. I have the assurance that my Immovable Corner Stone will set all things right.

My dear heavenly father, let’s rock in 2008!!