Past, Present and Future
By Eddy John Sng

Recently I heard the song Angels by Robbie Williams with fresh, new insights. I had listened to this song years ago, but this time round, God spoke to me through the lyrics of the song [adapted to reflect God instead of angels]:

And through it all
He offers me protection
A lot of love and affection
Whether I'm right or wrong

Past
These four lines sum up my first year with the Lord [I entered WAC around this time last year]. As I reflect on what has happened to me during this year, I realise that through all the good times and bad times He has always been there for me, sheltering me against sins, temptations and the Devil's works.

The LORD is my strength and my song; He has become my salvation.
Exodus 15:2

Even when my behaviour was less than acceptable to Him (giving in to temptations, disobeying His will), He did not cast me out, but instead poured out even more of His love and grace into my life.

But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
Romans 5:8

And down the waterfall
Wherever it may take me
I know that life won't break me
When I come to call
He won't forsake me
I'm loving Jesus instead

Present
Having just finished my studies at NTU, there are many decisions I have to make that will determine my future. Initially, I was very worried and constantly thought about many things. I did not want to end up making a wrong choice that would take me away from the Lord. But as I sought and prayed for His guidance, I came to realise that all I needed to do was to rely and depend upon Him to chart my life's path.

Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.
Proverbs 3:5-6

As of now, I still don't have a concrete idea of where I'll be serving the Lord. But wherever God sends me, whatever trials I face, I will not fear, because I know that He is with me, and He will never leave me.

Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.
Hebrews 13:5

Future
Friends, how has your year with the Lord been? How has God been speaking to you? Has He been telling you to move in a direction you never anticipated?

If He has, do not worry, but place your trust in Him and take that leap of faith to accomplish what He has tasked you to do.

For I know the plans I have for you, "declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
Jeremiah 29:11