Testimony 27/07/05: From the Very Bottom of My Heart

I have been in OCF for nearly 6 years. I was there since my college years in 1999. I have watched people come and go. I have also gone through a lot of ups and downs. But all the hardship and tears collected together and times ten, cannot outweigh all the things I’ve learnt and enjoyed. They can’t even come close to it! Praise God!

I have grown the most through OCF. It has given me the opportunity to grow, the encouragement to move on and a helping hand whenever I fall. I love OCF so very much. It is running in my veins!

I was so touched by the way OCF put together a dinner for me the night before I went away. Some cooked, some washed, some listened, some encouraged, some entertained, some took photos… The theme was Shanghai, and people were dressed in red, bringing ang pau and mandarins. The girls’ hair was tied and braided. Lanterns hung around the house. A China town!

I was also touched to receive an envelope full of love letters from all the OCFers! There were well over 50 of them! My primary love language is “word of affirmation”, and this gift is a perfect gift!

I still have all the encouragement cards people gave me for the past 7 years, even since my time in Singapore! Each tells a story on how I’ve grown. And I know that all these letters you guys gave me will be my treasure in the years to come. They’re all very beautiful. Some are very deep, some are very encouraging, some are very inspirational, and some are very funny. Some gave me writing in Chinese, for my homework I supposed. Still, some share of cherished impacts I didn’t even know making.

I can’t share every single letter here, but the following are some words from some of them. Thank you, guys… from the very bottom of my heart.

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…May you discover parts of yourself, hidden talents and great amount of inner strength in the next year… ~Crystal~

…You are really a character you know that! …do live your life as His living testimony yah!… ~Sherllyn~

…I still remember when I was crying and said, “God, help me!” you called. The next time I was crying, you called as well. It all started with a phone call. God works miraculously in His way! Thanks for praying for me over the phone. You know, because of what you did to me, I am now doing it to my cell members. It all started from what you did to me, so that I can also do it for others! … ~Emily Chong~

…You’ve been a true inspiration…OCF will be so different without you…. ~Jeremy Ng~

…God has done so much in your life that you absolutely shine! =) Keep that white hot passion you have for Jesus and IMPACT China in a big way! … ~Hau Wei~

It’s been good knowing you, having you as a cell leader and having the same name as you!!!… ~Nick Hu?~

Dear Nikko. Will miss your smile, your laugh, your funny jokes… Thanks for your very presence in OCF…~Phoebe Foo~

…I’m really, truly inspired by your passion and love towards God that I find it infectious to the people surrounding you… ~Mei Ching~

…Don’t live to regret. God will never let you fall… ~Merwyn~

Nadeem. This feels like exam! Having all the guys cramped in a room writing essays 4 u. Dunno what to say but I am proud of u 4 remaining faithful to God after constant emotional struggles… CONTINUE LOVING HIM! IT’S WORTH IT! ~Daniel Kong~

…I’m really glad that our paths in life crossed and for the time spent. Thank you for your encouragement and super ONS attitude… ~Chen Hua~

…Will not forget your ‘stoned’ looks when I tried to crack a joke… ~Zi Li~

…I’m sure you have left memories and stood a place in our hearts… ~Jane Chong~

Nadeem… Well, I hope you enjoy your time away from Australia and use it to the max. Remember to look up and not be affected by things that are around… ~Jason Leow~

…Are you excited to go to China? I know I would be! =) Shopping and food are the best there so remember to inDULGeeee!! Heehee… You must try the Peking duck k? … ~Cheryl Cheong~

…You are more than a blessing…~Peggen~

We love you and we hope you’ll keep on dancing for Him =) Hugs! ~Jeremy and Cheryl~

…Although I do not really know you very well but I can see that you are someone after the heart of God… ~Nick Kua~

…Haven’t have much time to know you though… just a few basketball moments with you…hoping to have another game with you when you’re back alright! ~Steve~

…I’m very grateful for you sending me to airport even you don’t know me well =) …~Jesslyn~

Dear Nikko! Although I’ve only been here for just the first sem, but I can see and tell that you’ve been a blessing to OCF & people around you…~Melisa~

Dear Nicco… This is my 3rd note to you that I’ve written tonight. You have just given your speech + yes, I’m touched. But more importantly I am overwhelmed with the expectation of what you will become for God. A fireball for the Kingdom… ~Oliver~

…make sure you hold true to the covenant you have with the Master… See you around my namesake: FinikiTas. ~Finikias~

Robin: Spirit-Filled. Thanks to you. ~Robin~

…Even though you’ve been here for 6 years, you are going too fast! … ~Jonathan “Job” Raj~

…Loads of hugs and kisses!! ~Hui Li~