A few days ago, the people still in Singapore were invited by Melody Lim to watch a play at the Trinity church at Pa Lebar (however you spell it). So, today, Marcus, Melody, and I met at City Hall MRT to eat lunch. There, we met one of Mel's many friends: . At the mall, we were in deep contemplation as to where to eat. Marcus came up with the solution: choose the number and the corresponding one would be where we would eat. In the end, we went to McDonalds where I gracefully *not* spilled my coke. I still got a Happy Meal toy so it was alright. The conversations there were quite... interesting...
Afterwards, we returned to the MRT to pick up Abi. From there, we hopped onto the train and continued to Kovan (which is on the purple line). When we got there, we were greeted by another two of Melody's friends. I cannot recall their names at the moment because of my fading memory, but I do remember that Abi struggled with one of the guy's name. You might wish to ask her about that. We boarded the 80 bus and arrived at our destination where we were assisted by helpful people who directed where we were to go.
On the fourth flour, we entered a huge stage where people were conversing and mingling in the huge crowd. We had much fun waving in front of the many cameras posted in the corners whenever their line of vision passed our way.
The event itself was.... how do I put this.... inspiring, for lack of a better word. In my case, I was actually deeply touched and came close to tears. Well, it started off with a game of "Snakes and Ladders". Our team (blue) won, and from there we went into some worship. I did not know the songs sung, like usual, but I made do with what I could. Then, the real presentation opened, telling the tale of two teenagers struggling to find satisfaction in their lives. The boy, known as Jason, was heart-broken by his recent relationship breakup and the ill treatment given to him by his parents who were so strict about studying, he would be caned if he did otheriwse. This gave him the idea that there was no such thing as lasting relationships and enjoyment, causing him to lose control and ultimately, ruin his life's purpose. The girl had been abandoned by her father when she was two, and her mother commited suicide when she was about seven. Due to this, she went deeply into drugs and was soon caught afterwards. With that told, two individuals, from whom these events were based off of, gave their testimony and how radically their lives were changed through Jesus's salvation and unfailing love. The pastor gave a moving speech about trusting him, and many openly admitted to the things he said and willingly gave their lives to Jesus.
It was a moment I would never forget. I feel impacted and renewed to continue in my faith with Jesus. I do not know necessarily how it affected the others, but that is what happened to me. I plan to share the good news, just as the two speakers themselves were reached by what Jesus had to offer, and hope to be able to save a life.
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