Father, You're The Best, My Delight
Father, You're Sweet
Sweeter Than Honey On The Rocks
Father, You're The Light In The Night
Father, You're My Strength, And My Forever Friend
Abba Father, You're My Hero
You're There When I Need You
You Sent The Greatest Gift Of Love
Into My Life
Father, You're The Best, And You're Mine
Father, You're So Sweet
Sweeter Than Anyone I've Met
Daddy, You're The Song In The Night
Father, You're My Strength, And My Forever Friend
Daddy, Daddy, You're My Hero
You're There, When I Need You
You're The Greatest Gift
I've Received In My Life
[a song written & sung by Pas. KB Chan]
Fathers play a vital role in the family. They are often viewed as the cornerstone of the family. They are not only the breadwinner but also the nurturer who has significant influence on his children's growth and development. A hands-on father is also a productive worker who sets a positive example for his family.
It is found that parents with high self-esteem tend to show more love and acceptance of their children. When children are encouraged rather than criticised or punished, they will be more successful in their learning.
Dr Thomas Lickona in his book, Raising Good Children, pointed out that it is important for a child to develop a sense of identity within his family. He said that teenagers continue to need adults in their lives and the family plays an important role in keeping them morally rooted and knowing who they are.
Fathers are often viewed as the cornerstone of the family. So to all fathers out there : You are essential to your child's life. You are the beacon that guides them as they journey on.
[Partly extracted from 'Childwise' StarTwo dated 17 June 2009]
HAPPY FATHER 'S DAY !
Ephesians 6 : 4 - Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Sleep is not optional
'Sleep is not optional - it is absolutely critical to people's health,' said Dr David White, the chief medical officer at Philips Home Healthcare Solutions. The consequences of not sleeping enough are well documented.
He does not mince his words when he says that people simply need to take sleep much more seriously.
'People lose sleep either because they cannot sleep (insomnia) or because they are not setting aside enough time for sleep - both of which can happen because of work-related stress in the current economic environment."
People who do not get enough sleep can gain weight, are prone to diabetes, high blood pressure and even heart attacks. We are facing a serious healthcare problem if we do not take sleep more seriously."
Dr Milton Lum, a member of the board of Medical Defence Malaysia' recorded that studies of individuals deprived of sleep for more than 24 hours have shown that there is a decrease in the brain's metabolic activity by up to 6% for the whole brain and 11% for specific areas in the brain.
Short term sleep deprivation has been reported to contribute to obesity and poor control of type II diabetes. Long term sleep deprivation decreases the quality of life and leads to increased morbidity and mortality.
When we talk about healthy sleep, it means getting an adequate amount of quality sleep. This means going through a complete process of sleep cycles throughout the night.
Rest is to prepare our body for the day ahead. If you think that way, you will be less stressed out
The Philips study, however, is focused on the workplace. Conducted in five countries around the globe, it showed that 40% of those questioned blamed the state of the world economy as the major reason for their lack of sleep. The survey was undertaken in March and covered 2,500 managers - equally split across Britian, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands and the United States - using an online poll. The Americans worry the most and the Dutch the least.
Matthews 6 : 27 Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life ?
So.. "Do you rest for the day's work or do you rest after a hard day's work ?
Psalm 4 : 8 I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.
Extracted from Monday Starters dated 25May2009 - Star Biz.
He does not mince his words when he says that people simply need to take sleep much more seriously.
'People lose sleep either because they cannot sleep (insomnia) or because they are not setting aside enough time for sleep - both of which can happen because of work-related stress in the current economic environment."
People who do not get enough sleep can gain weight, are prone to diabetes, high blood pressure and even heart attacks. We are facing a serious healthcare problem if we do not take sleep more seriously."
Dr Milton Lum, a member of the board of Medical Defence Malaysia' recorded that studies of individuals deprived of sleep for more than 24 hours have shown that there is a decrease in the brain's metabolic activity by up to 6% for the whole brain and 11% for specific areas in the brain.
Short term sleep deprivation has been reported to contribute to obesity and poor control of type II diabetes. Long term sleep deprivation decreases the quality of life and leads to increased morbidity and mortality.
When we talk about healthy sleep, it means getting an adequate amount of quality sleep. This means going through a complete process of sleep cycles throughout the night.
Rest is to prepare our body for the day ahead. If you think that way, you will be less stressed out
The Philips study, however, is focused on the workplace. Conducted in five countries around the globe, it showed that 40% of those questioned blamed the state of the world economy as the major reason for their lack of sleep. The survey was undertaken in March and covered 2,500 managers - equally split across Britian, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands and the United States - using an online poll. The Americans worry the most and the Dutch the least.
Matthews 6 : 27 Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life ?
So.. "Do you rest for the day's work or do you rest after a hard day's work ?
Psalm 4 : 8 I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.
Extracted from Monday Starters dated 25May2009 - Star Biz.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Live-in love
It is not uncommon for young couples to co-habit before marriage, especially in big cities where people are less likely to frown upon them or pass judgment. However, muslim couples who live together risk being hauled up by the religious authorities if they are found out.
Living together before marriage works for some couples who see it as a way to gauging their compatibility and testing their relationship. For some, it is another step in the courtship ritual after the 'dating' stage of a relationship, a stepping stone to marriage.
Although living together helped prepare couples for marriage, not all live-in relationships end up in tying the knot.
Living together out of wedlock is not all that acceptable in our society. Whether it's because of religious convictions, or the notion that a girl is compromised once she has 'lived in sin' with a man, co-habitating before marriage is generally frowned upon here.
People with strong faith will make the decision to get married before moving in, therefore making the marriage stronger. Most online articles on the subject cite research findings indicating that couples who live together are more likely to break up, and that their marriage will more likely end in divorce.
[Stories from StarTwo - Youth dated 3 June 2009. ]
Marriage is the union of a man and a woman. It is a special relationship belonging to each other for life. We are to be a good couple and NOT a perfect couple.
The four essential qualities needed are LOVE, TIME, SELF-TRUST and COMMUNICATION.
Learning to adjust and compromise is an art of happy living because almost every moment we are faced with situations that require a give and take approach. It is not a question of whether we like it or not but such conditions are bound to occur due to the complex and fast lifestyle most of us are involved with daily.
Adjusting and compromising is NOT a sign of weakness but it reflects on the individual's WISDOM, MATURITY and UNDERSTANDING of being able to see what other's can't.
Removing ego and showing respect for each other is another crucial aspect to the success of a relationship. Effective and frequent two-way communication whether verbal or written allows each other brings spark to a relationship and bonding.
Investing quality time regularly in a relationship is imperative as this exercise allows each other to discover themselves deeper. For a better relationship TRUST must be allow to bridge each other future.
Lastly let laughter be the invisible glue in a relationship.
Ephesians 4 : 25 - 32 Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one body. "In your anger do not sin." Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold. He who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with his own hands, that he may have something to share with those in need. Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.
Living together before marriage works for some couples who see it as a way to gauging their compatibility and testing their relationship. For some, it is another step in the courtship ritual after the 'dating' stage of a relationship, a stepping stone to marriage.
Although living together helped prepare couples for marriage, not all live-in relationships end up in tying the knot.
Living together out of wedlock is not all that acceptable in our society. Whether it's because of religious convictions, or the notion that a girl is compromised once she has 'lived in sin' with a man, co-habitating before marriage is generally frowned upon here.
People with strong faith will make the decision to get married before moving in, therefore making the marriage stronger. Most online articles on the subject cite research findings indicating that couples who live together are more likely to break up, and that their marriage will more likely end in divorce.
[Stories from StarTwo - Youth dated 3 June 2009. ]
Marriage is the union of a man and a woman. It is a special relationship belonging to each other for life. We are to be a good couple and NOT a perfect couple.
The four essential qualities needed are LOVE, TIME, SELF-TRUST and COMMUNICATION.
Learning to adjust and compromise is an art of happy living because almost every moment we are faced with situations that require a give and take approach. It is not a question of whether we like it or not but such conditions are bound to occur due to the complex and fast lifestyle most of us are involved with daily.
Adjusting and compromising is NOT a sign of weakness but it reflects on the individual's WISDOM, MATURITY and UNDERSTANDING of being able to see what other's can't.
Removing ego and showing respect for each other is another crucial aspect to the success of a relationship. Effective and frequent two-way communication whether verbal or written allows each other brings spark to a relationship and bonding.
Investing quality time regularly in a relationship is imperative as this exercise allows each other to discover themselves deeper. For a better relationship TRUST must be allow to bridge each other future.
Lastly let laughter be the invisible glue in a relationship.
Ephesians 4 : 25 - 32 Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one body. "In your anger do not sin." Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold. He who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with his own hands, that he may have something to share with those in need. Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.
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