The Tale of Colours

Why ‘PAROIMIA’?

Paroimia means parable. In Greek. But in the words of Shakespeare’s Juliet, “…a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.”

And so, whatever it is called, Paroimia is essentially, a parable. “But what is a parable?” you ask.

A parable is a story with a deeper meaning; a meaning that goes beyond the words used or the story-telling methods employed.

“So what’s the deeper meaning?” you ask. First, let us tell you the story:

Once upon a time, a prince was born in the Golden City.

His name was Prince Elyon. That same day, the commander of the Golden Army, Kieron, led a rebellion against the King and stole away the citizens.

It had been long foretold that a day like that would come, when a savior would be needed. He would have to die in exchange for the citizens' freedom. His blood for theirs.

Prince Elyon was to be that savior.

Will he be able to wipe the darkness of Kieron out? Will the people ever be free from the clutches of Kieron?

Come and watch Paroimia.

Let the colors whisk you away to the land where the Golden Command upholds justice...
the Dark Legion threatens peace & harmony.
Is there hope for the imprisoned Grey Doldrums?
Can the courageous Blood Army bring restoration?

17th April (Friday)
18th April (Saturday)
24th April (Friday)
25th April (Saturday)

The story will unfold from
8pm to 10pm
at the Main Sanctuary of FGA KL.

*Dinner and pre-booked seating can be arranged for you and your non-Christian guests. Please call 03-79814755 during office hours or email paroimia2009@gmail.com

**For non-Muslims only

***For more info, contact 03-79814755 / paroimia2009@gmail.com

Muka: Babi

Saw this opposite my college’s bus stop. What on earth is this?!!!

Burn The Ships

Ecclesiastes 5:4-5

When you vow to God, do not delay paying it, for he has no pleasure in fools. Pay what you vow.


Fernando Cortes has a plan. He wanted to lead an expedition into Mexico to capture its vast treasures. When the Spanish governor heard about it, he got so excited he gave Cortes 11 Ships and 700 men. Little did the governor know that Cortes had failed to reveal the entire plan.

After months of travel, the 11 ships landed in Veracruz in spring of 1519. As soon as the ships were unloaded, Cortes instituted the rest of his plan – he burned the ships.

That’s what you call commitment. That’s what you call no turning back. That’s what some call burning bridges. But Cortes didn’t have any bridges, so he burned his ships.

Essentially, he eliminated the options. He didn’t know what he would encounter on his expedition to the interior. But he did know this: There could be no escape routes for his men. If the fighting got too fierce or the expedition too exhausting, there was no going back to Veracruz and sailing home. In one fell swoop, he had not only eliminated the options but had created an intensely powerful motivation to succeed.

Today, more than ever, we need men and women who are willing to “burn their ships” when it comes to their marriages. Burning your ships expresses commitment – no matter what comes in the future, you’re going to stick it out.
Commitment means you have obligated yourself to follow through on your word. It’s your personal guarantee that you will do what you promised.

But the spirit of our age, whether expressed in athletics, business, politics or marriages, is that commitment should be honored only when it’s convenient.

I’m glad Jesus didn’t feel that way. His prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane was not, “Father, I’m pretty uptight and this is really going to hurt, so I’m out”

Jesus burned his ships and wants those of us who follow him to do the same.



By Steve Farrar




Such a lovely reminder at this time of my life that God is asking me to be committed to the things that I’ve started, burn the bridges and go all out to complete God’s plan in my life.



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Industrial Design

Whenever I tell people I’m doing Industrial Design, here are some of the reactions:

“huh?! Oh! It’s something like graphic design isit…..”

Or

“Industrial? Means? Factory ah?”

Ahyoyo, Nvm… Then I’ll tell them, it’s Product Design, so here we go again:

“Oh, (Blur) > _<”

Or

“(Not so blur) -_- What kind of products?”

Industrial Design? As some of you may ask. If you haven’t already known, Industrial Design is also known as Product Design. Basically we design 3D items such as furniture and many kinds of products such as electrical appliances, house whole items and many more….

Career Options includes Product Design Consultant, Industrial Designer, Industrial Design Consultant, Transportation Design Consultant, Furniture Designer, Electronic & Electrical Designer, Home Appliances & Houseware Consultant, Prototype Maker, Model Maker, Draughtsman and Mold Designer.

Hope you are now clear of what is Industrial Design all about. It really relates a lot to the consumer needs and is a process where aesthetics should not just be an afterthought but a significant element together with the function.

I’ve completed my Industrial Design 2 Subject recently, so here are 2 of the products that I’ve created.

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Separate Ways

Acts 15: 36 – 41

And there arose a sharp disagreement, so that they separated from each other, Barnabas took Mark with him and sailed away to Cyprus, but Paul chose Silas and departed, having been commented by the brothers to the grace of the Lord. And he went through Syria and Cilicia, strengthening the churches.

Some years ago I helped lead an event that I believe God laid on my heart. However, a dear friend and colleague in the ministry felt strongly against this event. Though we worked through some of the issues, we finally decided it would be best for us to go our separate ways. We didn’t dislike each other. We didn’t have a falling out. It was just a difference of opinion. And we’re still very good friends and prayer partners to this day.

Through that experience I learned a very important lesson. Not every split or disagreement damages the body of Christ. Two Christians can see things quite differently, go their separate ways, and still have unity when it comes to God’s overall purposes. Not every disagreement and separation is destructive. Sometimes God uses them to multiply and expand the impact of his kingdom.

Acts 15:39-40 records the well-known disagreement between Paul and Barnabas. Paul felt strongly that Mark was not ready for the ministry. But Barnabas felt strongly that he was ready and just needed encouragement. God separated the two men, and because they went their separate ways the cause of Jesus and his kingdom was multiplied.

Sometimes, I think, we hurt ourselves by agonizing too much about separations and disagreements in the church. The issue has to do with our hearts and being faithful before God to do what he has given us to do. We’re not all called to do the same thing. We have different convictions and different perspectives, but God is sovereign.

We are to listen to God and follow him. Sometimes that means we will take different paths than other believers take. That’s okay. Don’t reject those who feel they must follow a different calling – as long as their path is biblical in the essentials. Love them, but follow God’s assignment for you.

By Crawford W. Loritts

Responding:

Am I holding a grudge against someone who doesn’t see things the way I do? How can I love and respect that person?

Following:

Not every disagreement results in damages to the church.

Taken from Our Journal

This article really spoke to me, as I’ve seen disagreements take place, and somehow this is a word from God that all is well. Though sometimes we may not like what may happen, God has a plan for everything. God has an assignment for each and every one of us.