RBC Ministries Daily Bread

Posted on: Saturday, August 29, 2009
Posted at: 2:08 PM
Posted by: Yi Ren...
August 28

In his classic book A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23, W. Phillip Keller gives a striking picture of the care and gentleness of a shepherd. In verse 3 when David says, “He restores my soul,” he uses language every shepherd would understand.

Sheep are built in such a way that if they fall over on their side and then onto their back, it is very difficult for them to get up again. They flail their legs in the air, bleat, and cry. After a few hours on their backs, gas begins to collect in their stomachs, the stomach hardens, the air passage is cut off, and the sheep will eventually suffocate. This is referred to as a “cast down” position.

When a shepherd restores a cast down sheep, he reassures it, massages its legs to restore circulation, gently turns the sheep over, lifts it up, and holds it so it can regain its equilibrium.

What a picture of what God wants to do for us! When we are on our backs, flailing because of guilt, grief, or grudges, our loving Shepherd reassures us with His grace, lifts us up, and holds us until we’ve gained our spiritual equilibrium.

If you’ve been cast down for any reason, God is the only one who can help you get on your feet again. He will restore your confidence, joy, and strength.

Holy Holy Holy!

Posted on: Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Posted at: 9:16 PM
Posted by: Yi Ren...
i've found this in my notebook, and i think that i should share it with you guys. i hope that you will be clearer of what's expected of you as a Christian. (but not so too "holy holy" Christians) if you're Holy and you meant it, it's good. but you don't "act holy" just because you want people to think that you're Holy

5 Convictions in Holiness


Holy in our thought life

this means that you are not supposed to have sinful desires, such as lustful mindsets (Ephesians 5:3) and minds full of anger or hatred (Ephesians 4:31)
however, it doesn't mean that we must be 100% Holy, thinking about God all the time and not caring about your fellow brothers or sisters in Christ.

Holy in the way we dress

this means that we do not wear clothes with words such as vulgarities or anti-Christ messages, but instead, wear casually.
this also mean that we should not wear clothes that are too revealing, as our body is a temple of God.
However, it doesn't mean that we must ALWAYS "wear" Holy, such as wearing t-shirts with printings such as "Jesus is love" or putting on a cross where ever we go.

Holy in what we listen

this means that we should not listen satanic songs such as "emo-emo" songs which will make us feel sad, or listening to people talking about sexual issues, et cetera.
however, it doesn't mean that we must CHANGE our genre of musics too 100% Christian songs, trying to be "Holy".

Holy in what we say

this means that we should not scold vulgarities or insult others (Ephesians 4:29). Instead, we should "make full use" of our mouth to encourage those who're facing problems, and also to preach the gospel.

Holy in what we do

this means that we should not be "acting" like a hooligan, for example pointing middle fingers where ever you go. instead, take the opportunity to pray for others. (i.e. have a short prayer between 2 people at a corner in the library)

Holy in what we watch

this means that we should not watch satanic shows, such as pornography. this is considered adultery and idolatry in God's eyes. When we watch pornography, we're actually worshipping the devil.
instead, cleanse yourselves from this kind of sinful movies,.

Make this world a better place

Posted on: Sunday, August 2, 2009
Posted at: 9:04 PM
Posted by: Ruth. Ai Lin .
World Peace!
How to have peace with one another & live in harmony?
First start,
Have you ever thought of bringing Joy into this world?Thinking ways of ''how can I contribute to make this world a better place to live in''?

Well,to be able to live in harmony,you got to start to want to be a blessing in people's lives.It is really a DECISION to choose to be that 'Joy radiator' among your friends & loved ones and by being that,you can really bring a smile to people's faces.

People are a bunch of complex creatures on earth.Sometimes they can really make your day yet on other days,you really wished you can 'kill' them.How many of you know what I am talking about? ;)

Living in this earth at this very moment is a privilege!why do I say that?
Because YOU are CHOSEN to live here,given a privilege to be able to breathe!Able to taste life's sweet,sour & bitter times.Basically,you are chosen to live in this world created by God.

So guys!Since God has placed you here.He sure have His brilliant plans,exclusively,for you.And the fact that He allow you to meet one another,knowing one another,becoming close friends,is also part of His great plans for you.

What is in our Heavenly Father's heart?
I do not know fully,but at least I know one thing,is that He really wants to see us being able to work so well together.Help one another effortlessly,always think of others first before self,being a blessing in each others lives.It really put a smile to God's face when we love & care for one another.

A very good way of establishing healthy relationships with one another is when You put yourself in others shoes.This way,you would then be able to see or understand why a person would behave or act this way.Very often,we do not place ourselves in others shoes.We just think our own way and based everything according to what we think.(Turn to your neighbour & say she is talking about someone I know!);)

Why not,choose to really want to be a blessing to the people around you.Be that Joyful radiator that radiates joy to people around you,causing this world to be much sweeter & a happier place to live in.You are born to be joyful.You are like that nectar hidden in the bright blooming flower that the bees are dying to find you because you are so attractive!You got to know that you are actually such a Joy to have & be with!

So start embracing a positive attitude towards everything in life,learn to understand & love one another,place yourself in the shoes of others.This world will really be a better place when everyone or majority thinks & behave this way!And of course,our most important being in our live-God.
Note!He is not the first in your life,He should be in the CENTER of your life!


So smile people!Don't you know you look gorgeously mesmerizing with that sweetest smile of yours?
Making this world a better place starts with .......your SMILE!!=D



With much love & smiles,
Ruth :)

Radiate diate diate

Posted on:
Posted at: 6:04 PM
Posted by: Yi Ren...


My soul satellite is telling me
Someone's watching over me (hip hip hip)
Closer than my heart

Beating to eternity
Heaven's sound of symphony (hip hip hip)
Sing Your majesty

My heart, emitting Your love

Radiate yeah
Shining with Your light and glory
We will radiate yeah
And the world will see your beauty
Our lives forever will shine with You

Sing out tonight
We call the name of Jesus
Sing out tonight
We lift Your praises higher




Because of You, I was borned again
Because of You, I'm ransomed by Your Grace
Because of You, my heart has found a Home
A refuge for my soul

Because of You, sins are washed away
Because of You, heaven knows my name
Because of You, I can live again
You've broken every chain

Unfailing Love, so unreserved
You gave Yourself on Calary
And now I stand, forever free
My Saviour rescued me

Because of You, the weak say "I'm strong"
Because of You, the broken have a song
Because of You, there's no need to fear
Hope steadfast, ever sure

Now heavens, be open
Our God is unshaken
We worship, Christ risen
High above

Now heaven, be open
All kingdoms, all nations
Declare that "You are God"

Freedom from worries! - Festival of Praise 30 July'09

Posted on: Saturday, August 1, 2009
Posted at: 11:05 AM
Posted by: Yi Ren...
Freedom from worries - it's a prison in your life

STOP Technique

Jesus is the prison breaker in our life (worry breaker)

Things you must not worry

Worries take away our joys and make us feel tired.

Instead of worrying, seek first his kingdom of God!

Be a blessing to others instead of worying for others/yourself.

BREAK OUT FROM THE PRISON OF WORRIES!