The Affable Balinese Guy

Before I forget. Had the most interesting of days in Bali, when after service, a Balinese friend & wife I met brought me for lunch.Though a little disappointing that there weren't other Balinese around, we had an interesting meal, 'Babi Guling', which literally translates to Rolling Pig, or in better terms, roast pork rice, Balinese style for lunch.

After our basic introduction, which we spoke about soccer, music, serving in church and the likes, he then asked, 'Do you have any plans after this?'

Not having any plans, I mentioned that I'm free and easy. Didn't mind hanging out at Starbucks, clicking away on the free internet, with their calorie inducing drinks that are obviously too sweet.

He then mentioned, 'We're free, how about hanging out at my house?'

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Which is surprising, as we Malaysians seldom invite others to our houses, even when we're bringing our visitors like Pastors and Missionaries around. Most of the time, well, my house's just too messy to bring over. Plus I'm sure they don't want a 2 hour speech by my dad on why they should open a business and make more money for God.

Oh, and ya, Rudi (as his name was), was an amazing chap. He purposely borrowed a Jeep from his family just to bring his new found friend (me), and his newly wedded wife (in April 2007), for a ride around Bali. Did I mention that he likes to pose for pictures, unlike our local Malaysians who tend to block their faces with their hands, feet, or just give us the death stare.

God Bless!

Of Bali, I-bridge camp 2007 and humor

Just got back from one of our I-bridge post camp gathering in ss2's Sky Cafe, an affordable air conditioned place with wi-fi and drinks a quarter of Starbuck prices, not forgetting the ample seats. One question we asked, 'What would we do if we're financially secure & don't have to worry about the future?' The answers were amazing, ranging from missions, serving God more to baking cakes even.

But then again, should we ask, how much do we need before it's enough for us to start doing the things that God's placed in our hearts? How much, how far, and how willing are we to go the distance? Money shouldn't be an issue if God's called, and the timing's right. I'm sure He'll provide, wouldn't He?


Which reminds me, I've just got back from Bali, and yes, it was beautiful. God gave me the sun, sea, beach, and also 4 days of diarrhea! Amen for God's blessings in all things!

But on a more serious note, the potential of God's work in Bali is great. There's a freedom to believe in other religions, and thus, there's a great potential to serve God there. With only a 5-10% Christian population, Bali's ripe for the picking and for missions work.

Finally, I've just started a small start-up. Do pray for directions, the heart to do God's work and call, instead of building an empire. Also need bucketfuls of discipline.

p/s: Am learning the art of humor as well. Humor you say? Ah, humor it is Pete ;)