Issue #16 In the blink of an eye, two and half months have passed since MCO, time flies. Looking back on those days, I really thank God for His care and protection, and I count His blessings. When MCO first started, I didn’t have any special feeling and life was just usual, except I couldn’t go out to meet clients, or go shopping, or to enjoy coffee, or to go to the gym. Other than these activities, generally I prefer to stay at home, therefore there was not much impact to me. Everyday I would be busy cooking for myself, staying updated for the Government's announcement on individual or company subsidies, and not forgetting to exercise also. I am thankful for the concern from family, friends and brothers and sisters in Christ; who were worried that I will be lonely or not used to MCO life. My daily life was with contentment.
On the spiritual aspect, besides daily devotion and prayers, I have also spent more time reading the bible and spiritual books and joined online theology courses. During MCO, I dealt with loneliness and problems deep inside my heart honestly. I learned to bring the problems to God and talk to God on my inner feelings. Pray with a pure heart and spend time with God. “Because of the cross, I live; because of the cross, I’m victorious; Because of Your great power, wonderful deeds are done in my life”.
When the announcement on extension of the MCO was made by the Government again and again, frankly, there was some pressure and anxiety in my heart, as I would face the problem of lesser income. However, no matter how much money we have, men’s hearts can hardly be satisfied. So why not choose to follow the path of Jesus! Therefore, I learn to be content, whether living in plenty or in want. I learned to rely on God, no matter what the future will be, I will trust Him in everything. Because I know, “naked I came from my mother’s womb, and naked I will depart. The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away; may the name of the Lord be praised”. [Job 1:21, NIV] During the MCO, I have not forgotten to pursue my dream also—which was to learn to play the piano. I have joined online keyboard lessons. It was my wish to play piano, and this idea started since my university days. I believe one day, I can play the piano to worship God, and play it during my daily devotion.
Lastly, once again I thank God for His protection and care for me as well as my family, friends, and brothers & sisters in Christ during the MCO. May Emmanuel God always be with us wherever we go, the light of Jehovah shines on every one of us.
By: Steven Ngoo / Translated by: Mandy Loh
