st 9 : the brave little soul

The Brave Little Soul
By: John Alessi

Not too long ago in Heaven there was a Little Soul who took wonder in observing the world. He especially enjoyed the love he saw there and often expressed this joy with God. 

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One day however the Little Soul was sad, for on this day he saw suffering in the world. He approached God and sadly asked, "Why do bad things happen; Why is there suffering in the world?" 

God paused for a moment and replied, "Little Soul, do not be sad, for the suffering You see, unlocks the love in people's hearts." 


The Little Soul was confused. "What do you mean," he asked. 

God replied, "Have You not noticed the goodness and love that is the offspring of that suffering? Look at how people come together, drop their differences and show their love and compassion for those who suffer. All their other motivations disappear and they become motivated by love alone." 

The Little Soul began to understand and listened attentively as God continued, 


"The suffering soul unlocks the love in people's hearts much like the sun and the rain unlock the flower within the seed. I created everyone with endless love in their heart, but unfortunately most people keep it locked up and hardly share it with anyone. They are afraid to let their love shine freely, because they are afraid of being hurt. But a suffering soul unlocks that love. I tell you this - it is the greatest miracle of all. Many souls have bravely chosen to go into the world and suffer - to unlock this love - to create this miracle for the good of all humanity."

Just then the Little Soul got a wonderful idea and could hardly contain himself. With his wings fluttering, bouncing up and down, the Little Soul excitedly replied, 


"I am brave; let me go! I would like to go into the world and suffer so that I can unlock the goodness and love in people's hearts! I want to create that miracle!" 

 

God smiled and said, 


"You are a brave soul I know, and thus I will grant your request. But even though You are very brave You will not be able to do this alone. I have known since the beginning of time that You would ask for this and so I have carefully selected many souls to care for You on your journey. Those souls will help You create your miracle; however they will also share in your suffering. Two of these souls are most special and will care for You, help You and suffer along with You, far beyond the others. They have already chosen a name for You." 


God and the brave Little Soul shared a smile, and then embraced.

In parting, God said, 


"Do not forget Little Soul that I will be with You always. Although You have agreed to bear the pain, You will do so through My Strength. And if the time should come when You feel that You have suffered enough, just say the word, think the thought, and You will be healed."

Thus at that moment the brave Little Soul was born into the world, and through his suffering and God's Strength, he unlocked the goodness and love in people's hearts. For so many people dropped their differences and came together to show their love. Priorities became properly aligned. People gave from their hearts. Those that were always too busy found time. 

Many began new spiritual journeys, some regained lost faith - many came back to God. Parents hugged their children tighter. Friends and family grew closer. Old friends got together and new friendships were made. Distant family reunited, and every family spent more time together. 

Everyone prayed. Peace and love reigned. Lives changed forever. 

It was good. The world was a better place. 

The miracle had happened. 
















 

God was pleased. :D





Today, I count my blessings and I thank GOD for choosing Bryan and Myself 
to be the parents of a brave Little Soul ... (Lynn Phua)

st 8 : travel plans to the final destination

I received this email from a friend and thought it an 

excellent message to publish on the blog today. 

Today, being the 9th month of our son, 
Daniel's departure for travel to God's Kingdom 
on Thursday, 21 January 2010.

TRAVEL PLANS 

Did You ever realize that all the arrangements for 

the Final Journey have already been made? 

Here's the Check-List :

1. ACCOMMODATION

Arrangements for first-class accommodation 

have been made in advance. 

"In My Father's House are many rooms. 
I am going there to prepare a place for You."
(John 14:2)

2. PASSPORTS 

Persons seeking entry will not be permitted past 
the gates without having proper papers / credentials
and having their names registered 
with the ruling authority.

"Nothing impure will ever enter it, 

nor will anyone who does what is shameful 

or deceitful, but only those whose names 

are written in the Lamb's Book of Life."  

(Revelation 21:27)

3. DEPARTURE TIMES

The exact date of departure has not been announced. 

Travelers are advised to be prepared to 
leave at short notice.

"It is not for You to know the times or dates 
the FATHER has set by HIS own authority." 
(Acts 1:7)

4. TICKETS

Your ticket is a written pledge that guarantees 
your journey. It should be claimed and its 
promises kept firmly in hand. 

"I tell You the truth, whosoever hears 
MY WORD and believes HIM who sent ME 
has eternal life and will not be condemned. 
He has crossed over from death to life." 
(John 5:24)

5. CUSTOMS

Only one declaration is required while 
going through customs. 

"That if You confess with your mouth, 
JESUS IS LORD, and believe in your heart 
that GOD raised HIM from the dead, 
You will be saved."  
(Romans 10:9)

6. IMMIGRATION

All passengers are classified as immigrants, 

since they are taking up permanent residence 

in a new country. The quota is unlimited. 

"They were longing for a better country - 

a heavenly one - 

HE has prepared a city for them."

(Hebrews 11:16)

7. LUGGAGE

No luggage whatsoever is necessary.

"For we brought nothing into the world, 
and we take nothing out of it." 
(Timothy 6:7)

8. AIR PASSAGE

Travelers going directly by air are advised to 
watch daily for indications of 
imminent departure.

"After that, we who are still alive and are left 
will be caught up together with them in the 
clouds to meet the LORD in the air. 
And so, we will be with the LORD forever." 
(1 Thessalonians 4:17)

9. VACCINATION & INOCULATION

Injections are not needed, as diseases are unknown 
at the destination.

"HE will wipe every tear from their eyes. 
There will be no more death or 
mourning or crying or pain." 
(Revelations 21:4)

10. CURRENCY

Supplies of currency may be forwarded ahead 
to await the passenger's arrival. 
Deposit your heart, mind, soul and life.

"But store up for yourselves treasures 
in Heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, 
and where thieves do not break in and steal." 
 (Matthew 6:20)

11. CLOTHING

A complete and appropriate new wardrobe 

is provided for each Traveler.

"For HE has clothed me with 

garments of salvation and arrayed me 
in a robe of righteousness." 

(Isaiah 61:10)

12. TIME CHANGES

Re-setting of watches will not be necessary to 

adjust to the day / night schedule.

"The city does not need the sun or the moon 
 to shine on it, for the GLORY of GOD 
gives it light, and the LAMB is its lamp ... 
for there will be no night there." 
(Revelations 21:23, 25)

13. RESERVATIONS

Booking is now open. Apply at once.

"Now is the time of GOD's favor, 

now is the day of SALVATION."  

(2 Corinthians 6:2)

14. CORONATION CEREMONY

The highlight of the journey is the 
Welcoming Reception and Coronation 
which await the arrival.

"Now, there is in store for me the 
Crown of Righteousness, 
which the LORD, the Righteous Judge, 
will award to me on that day - 
and not only to me, but also to all 
who have longed for HIS appearing." 
 (2 Timothy 4:8)

This article is forwarded to me by J Chin via email dated Monday, 18/10/2001.