Take Time To Think

For those of you who have been catching up with my life as of late (from ~September onwards), you would know that I have been singing my mummy's praises (Surprise, surprise).

But seriously.

Since furthering her education at Singapore Bible College (where they emphasise on a real and deep relationship with God), I would say she has gone through transformative change. Having a deeper relationship with God (through reading His Word, applying His Word in her life circumstances and just spending more quiet time with Him) has REALLY changed her. And I think the most significant indicator of a truly changed life is when your closest kin (the people whom you have the most 'baggage' with, the people whom you take most for granted) notice it.

Today, we were in the car and she said something that just surprised me again, and I asked "seriously, what is it that has made you so able to speak 'deeply' now?????" - and she thought about it for awhile before answering.

"I think, reading all the books about theology, being detailed with words in order to write research papers, and all- these have forced me to think more."

And it hit me- many times, we only wish to see something happen, and therefore prioritise doing something above thinking about it. However, taking the time to think carefully about things is a very important process, and I would venture to say that deep thinking is a skill that not many have.

And the sad fact is that many don't have the opportunity to think deeply, due to their (un?)fortunate circumstances / situations. 

In retrospect,

I'm thankful for all the things that happened in my life, that forced me to think, and shaped me into a deeper thinker.

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On another note- my family went for dinner with the Cherns + Wil today. Something we haven't done in a terribly long while, and I just realized how comfortable / normal / content I am to listen to Pastor and my dad (and the rest of us chiming in / laughing / just being comfortable with one another) speak. Having conversations that involve God (church / missions / initiatives /people) also fan the spark in my heart for Him and I'm glad for these convos! So, so thankful also, that God has kept / restored the relationships among the Chern sisters and myself, despite the many potential areas of awkwardness. Truly, to God be the glory!