October 5, 2018:
A lot of things aren't necessarily wrong to do, but they aren't necessary to help you do the wonderful things that God has planned for you. (Lesson from: Daily Hope-- Rick Warren)
If the devil cannot make you do bad things, he will make you very busy doing fun things that you don't have anymore time to do important things in life--spending time alone with God, praying, and reading the Word of God. (Lesson from: Daily Hope--Rick Warren)
A lot of things aren't necessarily wrong to do, but they aren't necessary to help you do the wonderful things that God has planned for you. (Lesson from: Daily Hope-- Rick Warren)
If the devil cannot make you do bad things, he will make you very busy doing fun things that you don't have anymore time to do important things in life--spending time alone with God, praying, and reading the Word of God. (Lesson from: Daily Hope--Rick Warren)
December 5, 2017
Today's lesson: Don't live a life of feelings (we'll be manipulated by them). Live a life of faith to experience God's best. Anyone who's experienced God's best often have to do things in uncomfortable circumstances.
Today's lesson: Don't live a life of feelings (we'll be manipulated by them). Live a life of faith to experience God's best. Anyone who's experienced God's best often have to do things in uncomfortable circumstances.
November 26, 2017
People are sometimes irrational, irritating and hurting. Stay true to your God given identity: Stay positive.
People are sometimes irrational, irritating and hurting. Stay true to your God given identity: Stay positive.
November 25, 2017 (National Teacher's Day)
Teaching is unique: The aim of teaching is not making teaching happen; it is making LEARNING happen.
Teaching is unique: The aim of teaching is not making teaching happen; it is making LEARNING happen.
November 24, 2017
Don't worry... Be happy.
GOD holds our future.
With thanksgiving, submit all to God. HE will make the way.
Don't worry... Be happy.
GOD holds our future.
With thanksgiving, submit all to God. HE will make the way.
November 22, 2017
Medical facts do not determine the life and death of every living creature (humans, animals and plants).
It all depends on God Almighty, the creator and giver of life.
So, just appreciate the gift of life by doing the best to optimize the quality of living and .....
Keep the faith.
Miracles do happen.
Medical facts do not determine the life and death of every living creature (humans, animals and plants).
It all depends on God Almighty, the creator and giver of life.
So, just appreciate the gift of life by doing the best to optimize the quality of living and .....
Keep the faith.
Miracles do happen.
November 16, 2017
Dari Karawaci ke Jakarta Sudah 3 jam menyebrangi lautan kendaraan ibu kota Di lampu merah sejenak aku menengadah Pada patung Dirgantara yg berdiri gagah Sang patung seolah berkata: "Tetap semangat ya sudah hampir tiba di rumah" Tersenyum aku jadinya. Semangat lanjut pulang ke rumah. Selamat malam Jakarta. |
November 10, 2017 (National Heroes' Day)
A hero is an ordinary person who braves the odds to stand up for his people despite great fear. Selamat Hari Pahlawan.
A hero is an ordinary person who braves the odds to stand up for his people despite great fear. Selamat Hari Pahlawan.
October 25, 2017
“Life will be filled with great meaning, pure joy and enchanting beauty as soon as you let All Mighty Lord be the center of it.”
“Life will be filled with great meaning, pure joy and enchanting beauty as soon as you let All Mighty Lord be the center of it.”
October 16, 2017
Sometimes, God has to let let something happen to lead us to a point where the only thing we have to do is TRUST HIM.
Sometimes, God has to let let something happen to lead us to a point where the only thing we have to do is TRUST HIM.
October 8, 2017
When we feel 'insufficient', involve God, get back up and do it. He will turn our insufficiency to an abundant blessing. Happy Sunday.
When we feel 'insufficient', involve God, get back up and do it. He will turn our insufficiency to an abundant blessing. Happy Sunday.
June 15, 2017
It is sometimes not about changing our situations, but changing the way we respond to change and the way we see God's blessings in every situation. The change makes us grow in faith. Happy Thursday!
It is sometimes not about changing our situations, but changing the way we respond to change and the way we see God's blessings in every situation. The change makes us grow in faith. Happy Thursday!
June 5, 2017
Sometimes we do what we actually don't want to do.
Well, it may break our heart to realize our wrongdoing, but never let it break our spirit to get back up and keep trying to do the right thing the next time around. Ask for God's forgiveness and for His strength and grace to enable us to get back on to the right track. GBU all.
Sometimes we do what we actually don't want to do.
Well, it may break our heart to realize our wrongdoing, but never let it break our spirit to get back up and keep trying to do the right thing the next time around. Ask for God's forgiveness and for His strength and grace to enable us to get back on to the right track. GBU all.
May 9, 2017
Keep shining God's light even in the dark because God will make His light shine even brighter through you. God bless Indonesia.
Keep shining God's light even in the dark because God will make His light shine even brighter through you. God bless Indonesia.
April 28, 2017
Kebahagiaan bukan jaminan kita mampu bersyukur. Rasa syukur kepada Tuhan membuat kita mampu merasa bahagia. Have a grateful day.
(Happiness doesn't make us able to give thanks. A grateful heart to appreciate God's blessing enables us to be happy. Have a grateful day.
Kebahagiaan bukan jaminan kita mampu bersyukur. Rasa syukur kepada Tuhan membuat kita mampu merasa bahagia. Have a grateful day.
(Happiness doesn't make us able to give thanks. A grateful heart to appreciate God's blessing enables us to be happy. Have a grateful day.
January 29, 2017
God is with us--Yet, there are times we need HIM but can't physically see HIM. Just get down on our knees and pray to feel HIS presence.
God is with us--Yet, there are times we need HIM but can't physically see HIM. Just get down on our knees and pray to feel HIS presence.
December 28, 2016
Hatred clouds the beauty of God's blessing in everyone & every situation. Let's reverse the process: Use God's LOVE to bring back Peace.
Hatred clouds the beauty of God's blessing in everyone & every situation. Let's reverse the process: Use God's LOVE to bring back Peace.
December 1, 2016
Today's prayer and faith declaration:
God is our refuge and strength. HE is the source of our joy and peace. Nothing can separate us from HIS unending love. HE will never leave us nor forsake us. HIS protection over us, our family and our country is ever present in all situations. God bless Indonesia.
Today's prayer and faith declaration:
God is our refuge and strength. HE is the source of our joy and peace. Nothing can separate us from HIS unending love. HE will never leave us nor forsake us. HIS protection over us, our family and our country is ever present in all situations. God bless Indonesia.
November 19, 2016
It's not all about right or wrong--but more about making things right in a wise way. It's not all about similarities or differences--but more about blending in harmoniously. It's not all about winning or losing--but more about becoming a blessing to each other. KITA INDONESIA. Happy weekend, all. God bless Indonesia.
It's not all about right or wrong--but more about making things right in a wise way. It's not all about similarities or differences--but more about blending in harmoniously. It's not all about winning or losing--but more about becoming a blessing to each other. KITA INDONESIA. Happy weekend, all. God bless Indonesia.
November 13, 2016
'Today's prayer: God, help us respect each other beyond our differences, help us see the good in each other beyond the pain. Bless us all.
'Today's prayer: God, help us respect each other beyond our differences, help us see the good in each other beyond the pain. Bless us all.
November 5, 2016
Thinking out loud:
The literacy rate in Indonesia is 93.9% (UNESCO, 2015), but what about our INFORMATION LITERACY RATE? Poor information literacy rate may be one of the reasons someone forms opinions and develops emotion WITHOUT REGARD to the source of information, the purpose, the audience, and the context the information is delivered. This eventually may result in MISCOMMUNICATION as the information is interpreted out of context. Happy weekend, all. God bless Indonesia.
Thinking out loud:
The literacy rate in Indonesia is 93.9% (UNESCO, 2015), but what about our INFORMATION LITERACY RATE? Poor information literacy rate may be one of the reasons someone forms opinions and develops emotion WITHOUT REGARD to the source of information, the purpose, the audience, and the context the information is delivered. This eventually may result in MISCOMMUNICATION as the information is interpreted out of context. Happy weekend, all. God bless Indonesia.
October 27, 2016
No matter how old we are, may we always walk in God's design to shine His light to the world. Good night, all. :)
No matter how old we are, may we always walk in God's design to shine His light to the world. Good night, all. :)
October 23, 2016
Family time: Family is someone who feels blessed to have you in his or her life, who loves to spend time with you, and who loves you no matter what. Have a wonderful Sunday, all.
God created us to do great things to be a great blessing with HIS power. Use God-given power, talent and time to bless the people around us. :)
Family time: Family is someone who feels blessed to have you in his or her life, who loves to spend time with you, and who loves you no matter what. Have a wonderful Sunday, all.
God created us to do great things to be a great blessing with HIS power. Use God-given power, talent and time to bless the people around us. :)
October 14, 2016
Today's lesson: If we only think about ourselves and other people who hurt us, then all we see is pain--anger, heartache and disappointment. But when we focus on how God has loved us and use the power of this Godly love, we will be able to forgive, love and enjoy His blessings. Such love breaks all attacks of negativity in our lives. God is good all the time. Good night, all.
Today's lesson: If we only think about ourselves and other people who hurt us, then all we see is pain--anger, heartache and disappointment. But when we focus on how God has loved us and use the power of this Godly love, we will be able to forgive, love and enjoy His blessings. Such love breaks all attacks of negativity in our lives. God is good all the time. Good night, all.
October 9, 2016
TRUST GOD. HE loves us and knows so much more than we do. HE is already in our future. Good night and God bless you all.
TRUST GOD. HE loves us and knows so much more than we do. HE is already in our future. Good night and God bless you all.
October 2, 2016
Ask God for HIS power to FORGIVE and to LOVE. Forgiving sets us free and brings peace. Loving enables us to experience God's love. Have a wonderful and blessed Sunday, all.
Ask God for HIS power to FORGIVE and to LOVE. Forgiving sets us free and brings peace. Loving enables us to experience God's love. Have a wonderful and blessed Sunday, all.
September 20, 2016
When God's presence in our lives seems to be blocked by thick cloud of worrying facts, learn to WALK BY FAITH and NOT BY SIGHT. God cares. He promised to sustain us, and HE keeps HIS promise.
When God's presence in our lives seems to be blocked by thick cloud of worrying facts, learn to WALK BY FAITH and NOT BY SIGHT. God cares. He promised to sustain us, and HE keeps HIS promise.
September 17, 2016
Cast all our cares upon HIM, even when things are hard. HE cares and sustains us. So, just pause, rest and enjoy HIS blessings.Happy weekend, all.
Cast all our cares upon HIM, even when things are hard. HE cares and sustains us. So, just pause, rest and enjoy HIS blessings.Happy weekend, all.
September 11, 2016
When something doesn't seem right, rather than complain, pray & make a change. Or perhaps we just need to change our attitude. God bless you
When something doesn't seem right, rather than complain, pray & make a change. Or perhaps we just need to change our attitude. God bless you
September 10, 2016
Life is a blessing. Many people don't see it that way because they are looking at the wrong side of the world. Help them see God's blessing in their life that makes their life beautiful. Have a beautiful weekend. God bless us all.
Life is a blessing. Many people don't see it that way because they are looking at the wrong side of the world. Help them see God's blessing in their life that makes their life beautiful. Have a beautiful weekend. God bless us all.
September 2, 2016
Good friends support one another in good and bad times, and most importantly in prayers. Happy weekend to you all.
Good friends support one another in good and bad times, and most importantly in prayers. Happy weekend to you all.
August 30, 2016
“If today were the last day of my life, would I want to do what I’m about to do today?” if the answer is, NO, make a change. (Steve Jobs). May God make our lives the light for the world to shine beyond our lives on earth. God bless you all.
“If today were the last day of my life, would I want to do what I’m about to do today?” if the answer is, NO, make a change. (Steve Jobs). May God make our lives the light for the world to shine beyond our lives on earth. God bless you all.
August 21, 2016
With strong bond of love, "Home" will be heaven on earth for children and parents. A strong home is a strong shield against any form of destructive "attacks" (Today's sermon message). God bless our families with His unbreakable bond of love to make us strong.
With strong bond of love, "Home" will be heaven on earth for children and parents. A strong home is a strong shield against any form of destructive "attacks" (Today's sermon message). God bless our families with His unbreakable bond of love to make us strong.
August 20, 2016
Don't let anyone or anything steal God's peace and joy from our heart & life. Ask God to enable us to keep them there no matter what.
Don't let anyone or anything steal God's peace and joy from our heart & life. Ask God to enable us to keep them there no matter what.
August 19, 2016
Friday evening, rush hours, in the rain,,, Semangat... Even heavy traffic of Jakarta cannot separate you from God's love... (Thank you bu Christie Sommers for sharing the Word of God this afternoon). Happy weekend, all.
Friday evening, rush hours, in the rain,,, Semangat... Even heavy traffic of Jakarta cannot separate you from God's love... (Thank you bu Christie Sommers for sharing the Word of God this afternoon). Happy weekend, all.
August 15, 2016
We miss her much so it was not easy to be back here... but it makes us feel better and grateful to know she is now permanently and forever happy and safe in God's hands, in His Kingdom.
We miss her much so it was not easy to be back here... but it makes us feel better and grateful to know she is now permanently and forever happy and safe in God's hands, in His Kingdom.
August 2, 2016
A friend once told me that missing someone we care so much is a blessing. It is God's way of reminding us to be grateful for having a wonderful person we can treasure the memory of. Good night, everyone. GBU all.
A friend once told me that missing someone we care so much is a blessing. It is God's way of reminding us to be grateful for having a wonderful person we can treasure the memory of. Good night, everyone. GBU all.
August 1, 2016
No matter how old we are, when we walk with God, the present is a great blessing and the best future is yet to come. Have a blessed day.
No matter how old we are, when we walk with God, the present is a great blessing and the best future is yet to come. Have a blessed day.
July 29, 2016
When facing our storm, don't describe the power of the storm; describe the mighty power of God. With His power, we can overcome any storm.
When facing our storm, don't describe the power of the storm; describe the mighty power of God. With His power, we can overcome any storm.
CELEBRATING A BLESSED LIFE
(June 29, 2016)
Celebration is a joyful moment of thanksgiving.
Today, we are celebrating our mom’s blessed life.
We thank God for giving her a life showered with His blessings.
No, it was not a perfect life as the world sees it.
But God made her life perfect for her and us
No, she may not be the perfect mom for other people
But, when God created us, HE chose our Mom to be the perfect mom for us
Indeed, she is the perfectly wonderful mom for us
She is also the unforgettable ‘mom’ for many of our dear friends and relatives
Thank you Lord for giving us the chance to have her us our wonderful mom
Thank you Lord for making her transition to her new home a smooth transition
Thank you Lord for allowing us to celebrate her blessed life today
Good bye, Mom.... Go in peace to your final rest with God.
We miss you.
(June 29, 2016)
Celebration is a joyful moment of thanksgiving.
Today, we are celebrating our mom’s blessed life.
We thank God for giving her a life showered with His blessings.
No, it was not a perfect life as the world sees it.
But God made her life perfect for her and us
No, she may not be the perfect mom for other people
But, when God created us, HE chose our Mom to be the perfect mom for us
Indeed, she is the perfectly wonderful mom for us
She is also the unforgettable ‘mom’ for many of our dear friends and relatives
Thank you Lord for giving us the chance to have her us our wonderful mom
Thank you Lord for making her transition to her new home a smooth transition
Thank you Lord for allowing us to celebrate her blessed life today
Good bye, Mom.... Go in peace to your final rest with God.
We miss you.
June 27, 2016
THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART
Thank you, Lord ....
for giving us the best mother ever.
for making her life a great blessing for us and many more people that you placed in her life.
Thank you, mom ...
for making us feel very special to have you in our lives.
Go in peace, mom, to meet Almighty God.
Till we meet again in Heaven.
REST IN PEACE
Ibu J. Catharina Rika Rorong,
Beloved mother of Sandra Sembel and Prof. Roy Sembel
Monday, June 27, 2016
Funeral service: Wed, June 29, 2016 at 09.00
at Jl. Tebet Barat Dalam II C No. 24
Leaving from Tebet to San Diego Hills, at 10.00.
Thank you everyone for the consolation, attention, prayers and hopes.
God bless you all.
THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART
Thank you, Lord ....
for giving us the best mother ever.
for making her life a great blessing for us and many more people that you placed in her life.
Thank you, mom ...
for making us feel very special to have you in our lives.
Go in peace, mom, to meet Almighty God.
Till we meet again in Heaven.
REST IN PEACE
Ibu J. Catharina Rika Rorong,
Beloved mother of Sandra Sembel and Prof. Roy Sembel
Monday, June 27, 2016
Funeral service: Wed, June 29, 2016 at 09.00
at Jl. Tebet Barat Dalam II C No. 24
Leaving from Tebet to San Diego Hills, at 10.00.
Thank you everyone for the consolation, attention, prayers and hopes.
God bless you all.
March 22, 2016
Jealousy, frustration, and hatred paralyze the mind to find a solution and numbing the heart to share God's love and blessing.
Jealousy, frustration, and hatred paralyze the mind to find a solution and numbing the heart to share God's love and blessing.
March 21, 2016
We can't control what others think about us, say to us or react to what we say or do. Just ask God to keep us wise to make things right.
We can't control what others think about us, say to us or react to what we say or do. Just ask God to keep us wise to make things right.
January 29, 2016
Today's lesson: Sometimes saying 'No' may make you feel really bad even though you said it for the right reason. Have a great weekend, all.
Today's lesson: Sometimes saying 'No' may make you feel really bad even though you said it for the right reason. Have a great weekend, all.
November 27, 2015
When God puts us in a situation where the only choice is being strong, He wants us to realize He has made us strong.
When God puts us in a situation where the only choice is being strong, He wants us to realize He has made us strong.
October 30, 2015
No matter how big the storm is, remember: our God is much bigger & powerful. Cling to Him & enjoy a blessed life.
No matter how big the storm is, remember: our God is much bigger & powerful. Cling to Him & enjoy a blessed life.
September 5, 2015
Today's lesson: God allows something to happen for a reason. Don't just ask God to help us go through it, but GROW through it. GBU all.
Today's lesson: God allows something to happen for a reason. Don't just ask God to help us go through it, but GROW through it. GBU all.
August 31, 2015
Trusting God means trusting His perfect will & surrendering all to Him even when it is different from ours. Have a blessed day, everyone.
Trusting God means trusting His perfect will & surrendering all to Him even when it is different from ours. Have a blessed day, everyone.
May 2, 2015
Education is about inspiring the mind, moving the heart, & growing the spirit to make a difference.
Education is about inspiring the mind, moving the heart, & growing the spirit to make a difference.
December 31, 2014
Life is a precious gift from God. Live it up with thanksgiving and share its beauty to one another. Have a blessed New Year, all.
Life is a precious gift from God. Live it up with thanksgiving and share its beauty to one another. Have a blessed New Year, all.
June 28, 2014
A hero is not the one who wins a war but the one who can prevent war & bring peace.
A hero is not the one who wins a war but the one who can prevent war & bring peace.
June 4, 2014
Live your life fully like there's no tomorrow. Do everything the best that God enables you to do HERE and NOW.
Live your life fully like there's no tomorrow. Do everything the best that God enables you to do HERE and NOW.
January 24, 2014
Inconveniences could be God's way of protecting us from unseen dangers or leading us to a much better plan. So, keep the faith. GBU all.
Inconveniences could be God's way of protecting us from unseen dangers or leading us to a much better plan. So, keep the faith. GBU all.
September 25, 2013
BIG people have BIG hearts, BIG mind, BIG faith, BIG contributions, but SMALL ego. Have a blessed wednesday to you all.
BIG people have BIG hearts, BIG mind, BIG faith, BIG contributions, but SMALL ego. Have a blessed wednesday to you all.
September 23, 2013
When you don't get what you've been praying for, don't fret. God thinks you deserve a better one. Just keep the faith. Good night, all.
When you don't get what you've been praying for, don't fret. God thinks you deserve a better one. Just keep the faith. Good night, all.
July 22, 2013
When life forces you to change, it hurts. So, be prepared for change or better, make change in life before life forces you to change. GBU.
When life forces you to change, it hurts. So, be prepared for change or better, make change in life before life forces you to change. GBU.
July 18, 2013
One day your life will flash before your eyes. Make sure it's worth watching. (Unknown Source)
One day your life will flash before your eyes. Make sure it's worth watching. (Unknown Source)
July 15, 2013
When power, knowledge and goodness are shared, they increase in strength, impact, scope and benefits. Have a fruitful day, all.
When power, knowledge and goodness are shared, they increase in strength, impact, scope and benefits. Have a fruitful day, all.