FaithWorks: October 2010

Oct 22, 2010

Favourite Scriptural Verses

For a long time, I read the Bible as a text that taught me how to be a Christian, and what God is like. And the Bible does that - it does teach us about God and Jesus, and the way we should lead our lives.

But what I have come to realise more recently is that the Bible is God's word - it is God-breathed and alive!

All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.
2 Timothy 3:16-17

There is indeed such great power in scriptural verses from the Bible. By articulating those verses, we are releasing that power of God.

In Genesis, we learn that God said, "Let there be light"; and there was light. God spoke the world into existence and that creative power resides in His Word.

In the first chapter of John, we learn that the Word became Flesh:

¹In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. ²He was with God in the beginning. ³Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. ⁴In him was life, and that life was the light of men.

We often cling to Scripture to encourage us and others, especially in times of need. For example, when I am stressed or afraid, I often look to John 14:27...

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.

... and 2 Timothy 1: 7:
For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.

When I am seeking direction and purpose for my life, I cling to Jeremiah 29:11:

For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

These are just a few of my favourite scriptural verses. They give me joy, peace, comfort and hope! But they are not simply inspirational verses to uplift one's mood, they are full of God's creative power that we unleash when we speak His Word.

So, go on, meditate on His Word, speak His Word, proclaim His Word!

Who compares to you...

Who set the stars in their place...

You are Magnificent, eternally wonderful, glorious Jesus...

Please take a moment to share your favourite Scriptural verses in the Comments box below. It would be great if you could share your story on how the verse has encouraged you.

God bless!

Oct 3, 2010

In the Shadow of His Wings

I believe many of us will remember playing this fun and exciting game as a child - Eagle Catch Chick or better known as lao ying zhua xiao ji. In the game, one of us would play the Eagle, and one the mother hen who would keep her arms outstretched to protect her brood of chicks (a line of squealing, frantic little friends) against the eagle who would try all ways to catch one of the chicks. Darting left, and then right, and then chasing the whole line in circless, hoping to break up the line so that 'it' would be able to 'swoop' down on the frightened chicks!

I enjoyed that game - it was both scary and thrilling at the same time, whether I was playing the eagle, chick or mother hen. Playing the mother hen, I remember frantically trying to shield my brood behind me, stretching my arms as widely as they could go, yet somehow or other, after some tiring running around, my outstretched arms would grow tired and keeping them up to protect the chicks would get harder and harder with each passing minute.

How wonderful that God, our Father would never tire of protecting us. Psalm 91:4 tells us that He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge. In fact, this is repeated in so many Bible verses.

We can trust that our Lord will continue to protect us and shield us against the enemy. Indeed, instead of being cast in the villain's role in the children's game, the eagle is often a symbol of strength and renewal in the Bible, as seen in Isaiah 40:31: Those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Hallelujah!

Inspired by Psalm 17:8 (NIV),

Keep me as the apple of your eye;

hide me in the shadow of your wings,

In the Shadow of His Wings earrings, pendant and key chain are wonderful reminders of God's love and protection.

Wear and use them as personal faith statements for yourself, or give them as beautiful gifts to your friends and loved ones as wearable faith statements.

In stylish silvertone metal, they make a strong faith statements to yourself and those around you.

In the Shadow of your Wings earrings S$24.90 (currently out of stock)

Size: 1/2" x 7/8"
Type: Dangle earrings
Silvertone metal
Comes with black felt gift pouch and card.
From USA

In the Shadow of your Wings pendant S$34.90

Size: 1" x 1 3/8"

Chain length: 18"

Silvetone metal

Comes with black felt gift pouch and card.

From USA

In the Shadow of your Wings keychain S$24.90

Size: 3 3/4"length

Pendant: 1" x 1 3/8"

Silvetone metal with some attached beads

Comes with black felt gift pouch and card.

From USA

Each sold separately.

Free local regular (Singapore) postage is provided. For registered mail, please add S$3.00.

Payment by local bank fund transfer only. Item(s) will be sent once payment has been received.

Please email enquiries to faithworks123@gmail.com

Please look at How to Order and Make Payment for more information.

Tree of Life

Our first encounter with the Tree of Life is likely to be Genesis 2:9:

And out of the ground the LORD God made every tree grow that is pleasant to the sight and good for food. The tree of life was also in the midst of the garden, and the tree of the knowledge of good and evil.

We also read of the tree of life in Proverbs 11:30:
The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, And he who wins souls is wise.

Tree of Life earrings, pendant and cuff are beautiful reminders that God is the true source of Life. These wearable faith statements have been inspired by Proverbs 11:25:

The generous soul will be made rich,

And he who waters will also be watered himself.

Wear them as personal faith statements for yourself, or give them as beautiful gifts to your friends and loved ones.

In stylish silvertone metal, they make a strong faith statements to yourself and those around you.

Tree of Life earrings S$24.90 (currently out of stock)

Size: 1/2" x 7/8"
Type: Dangle earrings
Silvertone metal
Comes with black felt gift pouch and card.
From USA

Tree of Life pendant S$34.90 (currently out of stock)

Size: 1" x 1 3/8"

Chain length: 18"

Silvetone metal

Comes with black felt gift pouch and card.

From USA

Tree of Life cuff S$34.90 (currently out of stock)

Size: 7 3/4" circumference & 2 3/4" diameter

Pendant: 1" x 1 3/8"

Silvetone metal

Comes with gift box and card.

From USA

So Blessed!

John 1:16 tells us that from the fullness of His grace we have all received one blessing after another.

Indeed, as God's children, we are so truly blessed. We can go straight to our Abba Father and have fellowship with Him. We are so clothed in the Righteousness of Christ. Let us never forget that!

So Blessed - wear this reversible pendant as a reminder that we are truly and richly blessed!

Front: So Blessed Back: John 1:16

So Blessed Pendant: S$15.90

Additional Info:
pendant approx 1" diameter
Cord length 17" with 2 3/4" extender

Not for children under 8 years

Pendant can be used as a charm and attached to keychain, bracelet, etc.

Free local regular (Singapore) postage is provided. For registered mail, please add S$3.00.

Payment by local bank fund transfer only. Item(s) will be sent once payment has been received.

Please email enquiries to faithworks123@gmail.com

Please look at How to Order and Make Payment for more information.

Unique Heart-Locket Bookmark

This lovely pewter bookmark with heart locket is sure to warm the hearts of your loved ones.

Inscribed on the front of the bookmark are the beautiful words:

Those who have shown us love, brought us joy, and made us laugh have given us the lasting gifts of a beautiful life – and blessed our memories forever. Bonnie Jensen

Additional Info:

Size: 6½" x 2½"

The cute little locket is perfect for putting the photo of your loved one. It also reminds us of what God says: I have you in my heart. Philippians 1:7

Heart-Locket Bookmark: S$10.90

God puts a smile on my face

God is good all the time, He put a song of Praise in this heart of mine...

God puts a smile on my face (Psalm 42:5) just by helping me to think about His goodness - all the time!

This cute and hip reversible pendant would be a great gift for someone young (or young at heart!) in your family or group of friends. The smiley face is sure to bring a smile to all who see it.

God Puts a Smile on My Face pendant: S$15.90

Additional Info:
pendant approx 1" diameter
Cord length 17" with 2 3/4" extender

Not for children under 8 years

Pendant can be used as a charm and attached to keychain, bracelet, etc.

God is Love

We are all very familiar with John 3:16 which tell us

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son,that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
I must admit that there have been times when I have read that verse and took God's love for granted. But I have learnt to meditate on God's love for us - that He was willing to give up His Son for mankind, for us...for me!

1 John 4:19 tells us that we love, because he first loved us. God chose us and loved us even while we were sinners, and sacrificed Jesus for us, so that we would have His righteousness and eternal life with Him.

How amazing is that! How amazing is God's love!

Inspired by 1 John 4:8: Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love, the reversible pendant is a wonderful reminder that God loves us, and as His Beloved, we too should manifest His love in our lives and share it with others.

Additional Info:
pendant approx 1" diameter
Cord length 17" with 2 3/4" extender

Not for children under 8 years

Pendant can be used as a charm and attached to keychain, bracelet, etc.

Faith Bookmarks - Let God's Message Guide Each Chapter

Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever!

Made of iron metal, these wonderful bookmarks will be a constant reminder of God's messages for the avid reader.

Let Christ guide us as we begin each new page, each new chapter, not just of the books we are reading, but of the lives we are leading!

Inspired by Psalm 119:114, we are reminded that we can seek refuge and Hope in God's Word.

Let God lead us and write exciting new chapters of our lives!

Each sold at S$8

Additional Info:

Size: 1 1/4" x 5 1/4"

How to Order and Make Payment

How to Order:

1. Please email your order to email address: faithworks123@gmail.com

Include the following details in your email order:

a. Name of the item(s)

b. Quantity required

c. Your name and mailing address

d. Type of delivery postage required (regular/registered)

Please note that email orders will be processed on a first-come-first-served basis.

2. An email confirmation will be sent to confirm your order. Please make payment when you receive the email confirmation. Your item(s) will be sent when payment has been received.

How to Make Payment:

1. All items are listed in Singapore dollars. Payment is to be made in S$ and items will be sent to Singapore address only.

2. Please make payment via bank fund transfer (POSB). The bank account number will be sent in the order confirmation email.

2. Free local (Singapore) regular postage will be provided. If you would like the item(s) to be sent via registered mail, please add S$3.00, and please indicate your wish for registered mail in your order email.