Made to Worship

Song list for 8th February 2009

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Worhsip Leader: Chris Liew

1. Sing, Sing, Sing by Chris Tomlin (Also for response)
2. You are (February new song)
3. Sing (Your Love) by Hillsong
4. You are Holy
5. We Fall down (Chorus only)
6. Every Time I Pray (Offering)

Sing, Sing, Sing by Chris Tomlin

Sing (Your Love) by Hillsong

Song list for 1st February 2009

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Worship Leader: Deborah Tai

1. Blessed be the Name God Almighty
2. Let Everything that has Breath
3. My Father (Also for Holy Communion)
4. You are (February new song; also for Holy Communion & response)
5. Here I am to Worship (Offering; 1st verse solo by Easter Lee)

Blessed be the Name God Almighty

Song introduced in February 2009

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A friend who used to be part of our worship team came back all the way from United Kingdom for the holiday. We met up and shared good times together. Just before we departed the place, he and his wife led us a time of worship and he sang us this song called 'You are'.

We were lost in the worship and the Presence of God. It was such a beautiful love song to God. So easy to sing and remember, I thought it was appropriate to introduce this song to our church this February. After all, it is supposed to be a romantic month, right?

February 2009
You are by Ron Kenoly

Song introduced in January 2009

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Introducing an old lively song among the youth in January 2009. We were supposed to sing this song last December but we only managed to officially bring it in this year. Well, better late than never!

Though it's very popular, it's really not an easy song to sing. And I am not talking about the musicality but the meaning of the song. Yes, Jesus is our only way and He's the only One that we could live for. Is that true for me? Is that true for you? Let's ponder on it....

January 2009
One Way by Jonathan Douglass & Joel Houston
http://www.azchords.com/h/hillsongs-tabs-14173/oneway-tabs-181757.html (lyrics & chords)

Special Feature - Praise the Father, Praise the Son

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I would like to introduce a song by Chris Tomlin. It's from his latest album called 'Hello Love'. I love this song. It's very hymnish.... and simple to follow. I even have a feeling of Christmas when singing this song. The words are simply beautiful. It all brings us back to core of who God is.

Praise The Father, Praise The Son
Writer(s): Ed Cash, Chris Tomlin
Genre(s): Modern
Theme(s): Adoration & Praise
Tempo: Slow
Recommended Key(s): C, F
Tags: Passion
Scripture References: John 17:1

Verse 1
O sovereign God, O matchless King
The saints adore, the angels sing
And fall before the throne of grace
To You belongs the highest praise

Verse 2
These sufferings, this passing tide
Under Your wings I will abide
And every enemy shall flee
You are my hope and victory

Chorus
Praise the Father, praise the Son
Praise the Spirit, three in One
Clothed in power and in grace
The name above all other names

Verse 3
To the valley, for my soul
Thy great descent has made me whole
Your Word my heart has welcomed home
Now peace like water ever flows

Bridge
Yours is the kingdom
Yours is the power
Yours is the glory
Forever

Generation Y

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People born before 1945 are referred to as: The Silent Generation

People born between 1945 and 1961 are referred to as: The Baby Boomers

People born between 1962 and 1976 are referred to as: Generation X

People born between 1977 and 1995 are referred to as: Generation Y

Why do we call the last one generation Y?

I had no idea, but a caricaturist has explained it graphically below...

Hey, I learned something new today!

(Don't let me see that on you, coz I will take a snapshot and post it on this blog! hahaha!)

Erica Lee's birthday celebration on 21st September 2008

2008-10-16T00:28:00.000-07:00

Our worhip team is beginning to have new culture. We've got a volunteer from the gals to be the birthday manager to keep track of who's birthday is on and coming. I never have to the time to keep track but thanks to Phoebe Tsen loh... You did a great job of making those birthday boys and gals to be happy.

Hence, it has become a great joy for us when we could celebrate Erica's birthday at Citymall few weeks back together with her parents. It was cool and fun. Here are the photos:

3rd Worship Team Gathering (2008) on 10th Aug 2008

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This was our 3rd worship team gathering for this year. For the new members, they were pretty excited about the gathering with dinner provided. As for me, there were at least 2 reasons why it was so special. First of all, God had recently added unto our worship team His favour by increasing our number of members. We now have 23 members as at today. Praise the Lord! Secondly, this was the first time we had 100% attendance (as far as I could remember since I joined the worship team about 5 years ago). Not only that, it was 100%+ coz Daniel Chua, our drummer also joined us as he was back from overseas to spend his holiday.

The only tiny problem that night was that the caterer sent the dinner half an hour late. Finally the dinner did come. It was also during that night that we discovered the gals (mostly singers) could sing louder since we were screaming & yelling just to get them to be quiet.... We all enjoyed the dinner and the games. It was fun & good memory....

She without arm, he without leg - Ballet, Hand in Hand

2008-10-04T06:48:00.000-07:00

Can someone without leg or arm dance anymore? This video will show you, with passion and determination, nothing can stop us. I am truly encouraged. Let's remember to never give up hope! I hope you are amazed by this beautiful dance piece.

Gospel song by Tim Hawkins (Cute!)

2008-10-04T06:23:00.000-07:00

There are lots of good stuff on Godtube. This is a promoted video. I thought it was really cute! May be our young songwriters may be inspired!

Amazing Miracle in Egypt (Shared by Tiffany Yoong)

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Special Feature - Jesus, Lover of my Soul (It's all about You)

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Remember we heard this song from Inspiring Worship Seminar? Such a simple and beautiful song. It's written over 10 years ago but it's still so important to know that it's all about Jesus. Jesus, may You be lifted up on high ALWAYS!

Jesus, Lover of my Soul (It's all about You) by Paul Oakley
http://www.higherpraise.com/lyrics1/JesusLoverOfMySoul2.htm (lyrics & chords)

Jalan-jalan at Centre Point after church service on 14th September 2008

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If only they could worship God even more the way they do here.

Song Recording for Phoebe & Deborah at William Wong Studio on 28th August 2008

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The outcome was so good! We were surprised at how good William, our soundman can do with all his 'things'! We recorded 4 songs, 2 from Phoebe and 2 from me. Man, it was tiring! Imagine what the real studio will be like. Talk about perfection!

Phoebe's song:
1) I Love You
2) Dandelion (Chinese song)
Deborah's song:
1) The Lifter of my Head
2) You Colour my World

Guitar lesson from Chris koko on 4th September 2008

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Excited with new strings!

Watching WALL-E after Sunday service on 17th August 2008

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We are all loving this new robot!

Worship Team practice on 16th August 2008

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Our 3 new and young acoustic guitarists and with adorable cute singers too at the background. What can we say, they are all so dedicated, serious, responsible kids. Way to go, kids!

Our first worship team gathering on 16th March 2008

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Our first gathering this year was on 16th March, 2008. We had only about 12 members or so at that time. But it's good to look back at our good days! Normally we have simple dinner somewhere during the school holidays. It's just a time of relaxation, meaningful conversation, good clean jokes, food and games! Don't you know that's part of worship too?

Special Feature - Save Australia (and Malaysia too!)

2008-09-12T09:10:00.000-07:00

This is a season to sing songs for our own nations. Introducing Save Australia by Planetshakers. It was written in Malaysia when Mike Guglielmucci was here preaching in the Planetshakers conference. This song can be changed to Save Malaysia too. It still rocks! Lord, save Australia, Malaysia and all the nations!

Save Australia

Verse 1
Save our nation Lord
There's nothing we want more
This land of hopes and dreams
Lord bring us to our knees

Pre-chorus
Hear our cry O Lord it's time
Heal this land Lord send Your fire

Chorus
Save Australia
Pour Your Spirit out
On this nation
Send revival to this land
Do it through us
Do it in me

Verse 2
Bless this sun burnt land
With Your mighty hand
Take our hearts and lives
So all may know Your Love

Bridge
Save our nation

Baby preacher

2008-09-11T21:31:00.000-07:00

Wow! God is using younger and younger people in a great way! :) Believe it or not, this is a power of God!

Psalm 8:2
Through the praise of children and infants You have established a stronghold against your enemies, to silence the foe and the avenger.

Laminin - shared by Louie Giglio

2008-09-11T20:29:00.000-07:00

Take time to listen to this sermon. It will blow your mind away! Get to know about our body and find God right there. You will be able to see it is God who really holds us together. Literally! Laminin, a protein molecule looks like this:

Song introduced in July 2008

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Our worship team is loving this song so much! And not only that, this song really reflects why all of us are serving in the team. We are all made to worship. It's our desire to sing with our voices, play instruments with our fingers, move with our bodies! You and I are made to worship! Let's live that out!

July 2008
Made to Worship by Chris Tomlin
http://www.higherpraise.com/lyrics/awesome/awesome1761.html (lyrics & chords)

A prophetic song introduced in June 2008

2008-09-11T10:42:00.000-07:00

By now, we are all so familiar with this song called 'Malaysia Shouts Your Praise'. We have sung this song since June 2008. We had the honour to have 1a.m. Worship Team to lead worship in Abundant Life Celebration. It was there and then this prophetic song was first introduced, not just to us, but even first in Malaysia (other than their own church). Now is the season of prayers for our nation. This is the time the we declare Malaysia will shout praises in this land. Let's sing and pray at the same time!

Here's the music video:

Song introduced in June 2008

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We came across this song through the Youth group in our church. After singing it, we had good feedback. It's really a beautiful love song. It's a song by City Harvest Church, Singapore. If you really like this song we introduced, you can always call the church office and get a copy of the lyrics & chords of the song.

June 2008
Refuge by City Harvest Church
http://www.imeem.com/soldiergirlinwaiting/music/vauMRhww/city_harvest_church_my_refuge/ (To listen to song with lyrics)

Song introduced in May 2008

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This is a song that has popular demand. Well, not exactly a new song . We sang it a few times here and there but not in Abundant Life Celebration. So we follow the wind. Haha! But truly, its a lively and joyful song! Indeed, Jesus Christ has set all of us free! So on our lips, we praise Him and praise Him!

May 2008
On my Lips by Ross Parsley
http://ambot0208.multiply.com/reviews/item/1 (lyrics & chords)

From 'Malaysia Shouts Your Praise' to 'Every Nation Shouts Your Praise'

2008-07-16T11:34:00.000-07:00

Great news! 'Malaysia Shouts Your Praise' has another recording called 'Every Nation Shouts Your Praise'. It's free for download and you can get it from here: http://www.1am.com.my/free-downloads/every-nation-shouts-your-praise.html

Here's part of the 1a.m. newsletter in July 2008 (by Kelvin Lim):
We decided to do another recording and called it “Every Nation Shouts Your Praise” as we realize that we have lots of friends outside of Malaysia.

We had lots of great feedbacks for “Malaysia Shouts Your Praise” and we felt we want to bless as many people as possible to declare and pray for our nation today....

The story behind the song:
I have met many Malaysians leaving the country for "greener" pastures. While there may be valid reasons for them to migrate, it saddens me whenever I hear negative comments made towards their own country. They remember very little good or only the bad things that made them leave.

That often makes me question myself, "Are we not responsible for our own nation? God cannot be making a mistake by placing us in the nation we were born in. If we leave, then who is going to reach this nation for Jesus?"

Many of us have forgotten that God has a purpose for placing us in a certain country. We often complain about the ills and forget the great things He has done in our country. We must believe that God is sovereign and HE can transform our nation.

We need to stir our hearts to love and begin to pray for our nation that God will bring revival to our streets, towns, cities, state and our country.

'Malaysia Shouts Your Praise' was first sung in KK prophetically. Kelvin Lim, the author of this song shares his testimony about God's divine appointment and purpose in the following Youtube video.

Inspiring Worship Seminar

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For more information please call:
Deborah Tai (019-852 0812)
Chris Liew (019-850 5212)
Sharon Lai (012-833 7721)
Office (088-261233)

Upcoming event - Inspiring Worship Seminar

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Worship Team Retreat 2007

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This is our last year Worship Team Retreat's photos. Enjoy!

Video by William Wong

A heaven song (Literally) - Ku mau cinta Yesus selamanya

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*Writings on this song to be available very soon. Please check back later. There is a special testimony about this song that I am waiting for.*

Ku mau cinta Yesus selamanya
Ku mau cinta Yesus selamanya
Meskipun badai silih berganti dalam hidupku
Ku tetap cinta Yesus selamanya

Ya Abba Bapa, ini aku anakmu
Layakkanlah seluruh hidupku
Ya Abba Bapa, ini aku anakmu
Pakailah sesuai dengan rencanamu

Translation:
I wanna love Jesus forever
I wanna love Jesus forever
Though the storms may hit on my life
I'll still love Jesus forever

Yes Father, this is me Your child
Make me worthy to be used
Yes Father, this is me Your son
Use me as your tool

Do you know your HYMNS?

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The Dentist's Hymn -------> Crown Him with Many Crowns
The Weatherman's Hymn -------> There shall be Showers of Blessings
The Contractor's Hymn -------> The Church is One Foundation
The Tailor's Hymn -------> Holy, Holy, Holy
The Golfer's Hymn -------> There is a Green Hill Far Away
The Politician's Hymn -------> Standing on the Promises
The Optometrist' s Hymn -------> Open my Eyes that I Might See
The IRS Agent's Hymn -------> I Surrender All
The Gossip's Hymn -------> Pass it on
The Electrician' s Hymn -------> Send the Light
The Shopper's Hymn -------> Sweet Bye and Bye
The Realtor's Hymn -------> I've Got a Mansion Just over the Hilltop
The Massage Therapists Hymn -------> He Touched me
The Doctor's Hymn -------> The Great Physician

AND for those who speed on the highway - a few hymns:
45mph -------> God will Take Care of You
65mph -------> Nearer my God to Thee
85mph -------> This World is not my Home
95mph -------> Lord, I'm Coming Home
100mph -------> Precious Memories

Give me a sense of humor, Lord,
Give me the grace to see a joke,
To get some humor out of life,
And pass it on to other folk.

Another song introduced in April 2008

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We are introducing another new song in the month of April. Down to earth, easy to follow, this is another 'must sing' song. How awesome and holy is our Lord! Let the earth filled with His glory as we worship with this song in our land! Amen and amen!

April 2008
Holy is the Lord by Chris Tomlin
http://www.ultimate-guitar.com/tabs/c/chris_tomlin/holy_is_the_lord_ver2_crd.htm (lyrics & chords)

Song introduced in April 2008

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This is a powerful worship song. The music is so beautiful. Focusing on Jesus alone can really help us to worship. It's just so awesome! May Beautiful Saviour bring you into the Holy of Holies.....

April 2008
Beautiful Saviour by PlanetShakers
http://www.tabcrawler.com/search.php?show=viewfile&id=1288427&letter=p&artist=planet+shakers&tabname=beautiful+saviour+chords&tabtype=guitar+chord (lyrics & chords)

Special Feature - Casting Crowns

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Casting Crowns is a Grammy Award and Dove Award winning Christian band that employs a soft rock music style. The band was created in 2003 by Youth Pastor Mark Hall at First Baptise Church Downtown Daytona Beach, Florida. He also serves as a lead vocalist. The band previously served and performed in a youth group in Atlanta, Georgia.

Discovered by, among others, contemporary Christian music legend Steven Curtis Chapman, Casting Crowns received a recording contract and vaulted to popularity in 2003 with their self-titled debut album Casting Crowns. The album quickly made them one of the fastest selling debut artists in Christian music history. Lifesong followed in 2005, debuting at #9 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart. Both albums have been certified Platinum. The band's third album The Altar and the Door debuted at #2 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart and #1 on the Hot Christian Albums chart upon its release in August of 2007. Ten weeks after it came out it was certified Gold.

Casting Crowns has enjoyed tremendous success in the United States. They have released eight singles to date, seven of which have become consecutive number one hits on various Christian music charts. "Voice of Truth" spent a record-breaking fourteen consecutive weeks at #1 beginning in 2003. "Lifesong" spent nine weeks in the top spot, with "Praise You in this Storm" remaining at #1 for seven weeks. Casting Crowns broke their own record in 2007 when the single "East To West" from The Altar and the Door hit sixteen consecutive weeks at #1. The song ended up enjoying the top spot for a total of nineteen weeks, now their most successful single to date.

Casting Crowns' first album - Casting Crowns, released on 30th September, 2003.

Track listing
1. What If His People Prayed
2. If We Are The Body
3. Voice Of Truth
4. Who Am I
5. American Dream
6. Here I Go Again
7. Praise You With The Dance
8. Glory
9. Life of Praise
10. Your Love Is Extravagant

Lifesong is the second full-length album by Casting Crowns, and was released on 30th Auguest, 2005. They had numerous awards presented to them, one of which was the 2005 GMA Music Award (for group of the year). Their album was certified platinum by the RIAA.

Track listing
1. Lifesong
2. Praise You In This Storm
3. Does Anybody Hear Her?
4. Stained Glass Masquerade
5. Love Them Like Jesus
6. Set Me Free
7. While You Were Sleeping
8. Father, Spirit, Jesus
9. In Me
10. Prodigal
11. And Now My Lifesong Sings

Meet Casting Crowns with Who am I "Live"

Voice of Truth "Live"

Lifesong

Praise You in this Storm

East to West "Live"

Other songs introduced in March 2008

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At the Foot of the Cross by Kathryn Scott (Music Video sung by Tammy Trent)

http://www.higherpraise.com/lyrics/cool/a/10034.htm (lyrics & chords)

All for Love by Mia Fieldes

http://www.azchords.com/h/hillsongs-tabs-14173/allforlove-tabs-221254.html (lyrics & chords)

Special Feature - Cinderella by Steven Curtis Chapman

2008-03-06T06:38:00.000-08:00

Released October, 2007, Steven Curtis Chapman's latest album 'This moment' brought to this world new songs with a very special song included called 'Cinderella'. Guess what? It's on Lite FM today. Twice I heard. It's so wonderful to hear Christian singer on our national radio. Cool! Well, if you miss it and have never heard of this song, you can visit the official site http://www.stevencurtischapman.com/ and click to listen!

It's such a beautiful song written by a father for his cinderellas. The heart of a father who knows them the princes never knew. This song is indeed for every woman. Yes, for all the Cinderellas out there. In the same way, When God dances with us, He dances with 'Cinderella'. That's what God sees in us!

How often can I introduce new songs? by Paul Baloche

2008-03-05T07:39:00.000-08:00

Great guidelines from Paul Baloche! At the moment, our worship team introduces 1 new song a month. By saying 'new song', we are officially singing the introduced song for at least 3 weeks continually. It may not even be new in the market. We take great consideration of the congregation's need. A new song a month, is what we think, most comfortable for everyone including the worship team. Having said that, we do introduce more than 1 new song a month once in awhile. The guideline is to guide us. But we are all free to change when we feel inspired to do so. May be in future, we may increase our new songs when we are all more prepared. :)

Song introduced in March 2008

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This is such a great song! Our God endureth forever! It's a challenging song both to sing and to play but, we all have been waiting for this chance to bring it to our church to sing it! God is good, all the time!!!

March 2008
You are Good by Israel Houghton
http://www.higherpraise.com/lyrics/awesome/awesome2986.html (lyrics & chords)

Special Feature - Indescribable

2008-02-14T03:37:00.000-08:00

Another awesome song by Chris Tomlin. This is such a beautiful song about our amazing God. If He knows the stars by name, then He knows me by name too. This song is... indescribable.

http://www.chordie.com/chord.pere/www.ultimate-guitar.com/print.php?what=tab&id=485924 (lyrics & chords)

Logan, the Sky Angel Cowboy

2008-02-13T22:56:00.000-08:00

On 1st Sunday of February, we included this clip during our worship before we sang 'My Father'. Logan, a 13 year old cowboy called KSBJ Chrisitain Radio late October last year to share what he heard from God. It was such a touching and meaningful message: 'Just run to Him, He will always understand! Always!'

The Original Call

Sky Angel Cowboy Interview on CBN

Free Songbook Downloads

2008-02-13T22:36:00.000-08:00

Those of you who love Paul Baloche's song, here's a useful link to some of his songs - free songbook downloads:

http://leadworship.com/resources/songbook.html

Enjoy!

Song introduced in February 2008

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When God touched me a few years ago, the very first thing He did was to reveal Himself to me as my Father. I believe with all my heart that every Christian must know God as our personal Father. And that He longs for this relationship more than anything else.

Introducing 'My Father' written by Kelvin Lim, 1am this February 2008. Sing it and be changed!

February 2008
My Father by Kelvin Lim, 1AM
http://www.1am.com.my/ (free download of lyrics & chords under 1a.m. Lounge; you need to be a registered member)

Song introduced in January 2008

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During the older days when worship was called 'singspiration', we used to know one of the popular Christian songs where all would move their hands to do the actions whenever they sing the song. Haha!

"From the rising of the sun to the going down of the same, the Lord's name is to be praised!" (ring the bell?)

Now we have the same song in today's music. I love this song and yes,

"From the rising of the sun 'til the sun goes down

Let the name f the Lord be praised

From the sky to the depths

From the east to the west

We give You praise"

The lyrics and song-structure can be simple at times, but so can worship. We started 2008 with the closing cut “Rising”, co-written by Baloche and Matt Redman from the title track “A Greater Song” (released 2006).

January 2008

Rising by Matt Redman & Paul Baloche

http://www.ultimate-guitar.com/tabs/u/united_live/rising_crd.htm (lyrics & chords)

http://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/cdreviews/AGreaterSong.asp (to read about the album)

Top 10 songs for Abundant Life Celebration (July 2005 to 2007)

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Top 10 songs for Abundant Life Celebration in 2007
1. Arise by Paul Baloche & Don Moen
2. How Great is our God by Chris Tomlin
3. Breathe by Marie Barnett
4. Mighty to Save by Hillsongs
5. Blessed be Your Name by Beth & Matt Redman
6. Glory by Reuben Morgan, Hillsongs
7. I Lift my Eyes – Psalm 121
8. I Worship You my Lord by Kairos Music, Philippines
9. For All You’ve Done by Reuben Morgan, Hillsongs
10. Offering by Paul Baloche

Top 10 songs for Abundant Life Celebration in 2006
1. For All You’ve Done by Reuben Morgan, Hillsongs
2. Glory by Reuben Morgan, Hillsongs
3. Emmanuel by Reuben Morgan, Hillsongs
4. Let Everything that has breath by Matt Redman
5. Open the Eyes of my Heart by Paul Baloche
6. I Could Sing of Your Love Forever by Martin Smith
7. Offering by Paul Baloche
8. You are my King by Billy James Foote
9. I will Magnify by Brendon & Cathie Clancy
10. In Christ by Christopher Chew, SIB KL

Top 10 songs for Abundant Life Celebration in 2005 (July to December)
1. Open the Eyes of my Heart by Paul Baloche
2. We Bring the Sacrifice of Praise by Kirk Dearman
3. Worship Awakening by Irene & Steven Choon
4. Arms of Love
5. Fairest Lord Jesus by Glenn Packiam
6. For All You’ve Done by Reuben Morgan, Hillsongs
7. Hallelujah (You are my Life) by Angela & Travis Cottrell
8. Hallelujah to the Lamb by George Searcy & John Chism
9. I Believe by Brendon & Cathie Clancy
10. I Lift my Eyes – Psalm 121

Special Feature - Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone)

2008-01-27T23:37:00.000-08:00

In 2007, we introduced a new 'old hymn' called "Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone)".

It is the theme song for the motion picture 'Amazing Grace', autobiographies of one of the heroes: The idealist William Wilberforce maneuvers his way through Parliament in 19th century England, endeavoring to end the British transatlantic slave trade.

That's not all. There is a story behind this song too. Closing the album 'See the Morning' by Chris Tomlin is "Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone)", a new rendition of the classic hymn. "I wasn't sure I wanted to mess with the most recognized hymn ever," Tomlin admits. But after researching the song, he discovered the famous John Newton hymn has withstood previous editors. Reviving an original verse (verse 4) that had lost popular favor over the years, combined with a new chorus co-written with Passion founder/director Louie Giglio, Tomlin rekindles a church standard for a new generation of worshipers.

New chorus

My chains are gone, I've been set free

My God, my Saviour has ransomed me

And like a flood His mercy reigns

Unending love, amazing grace

Original verse
The earth shall soon dissolve like snow
The sun forbear to shine
But God Who called me here below
Will be forever mine

Check out the following 2 videos (on godtube & youtube) too and find out how Chris came out with this song! Enjoy!

Songs introduced from Oct-Nov 2007

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October 2007
You are Holy (Prince of Peace) by Marc Imboden & Tammi Rhoton
http://www.ultimate-guitar.com/tabs/h/hillsongs/you_are_holy_prince_of_peace_crd.htm (lyrics & chords)

November 2007
Your Name by Paul Baloche
http://www.ultimate-guitar.com/tabs/p/paul_baloche/your_name_crd.htm (lyrics & chords)

Songs introduced from Jul-Sep 2007

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July 2007
Breathe by Marie Barnett
http://jcsm.org/50PC/Breathe.htm (lyrics & chords)

August 2007
Blessed be Your Name by Beth & Matt Redman
http://www.justworship.com/worshipsongs/blessedbeyourname.html (lyrics & chords)

September 2007
How great is our God by Chris Tomlin (one of congregation's favourite)
http://www.ultimate-guitar.com/tabs/c/chris_tomlin/how_great_is_our_god_crd.htm (lyrics & chords)

Songs introduced from Apr-Jun 2007

2008-01-26T23:18:00.000-08:00

Everytime we introduce a new song, we would sing it continually for 3 weeks. This is simply to help our congregation learn and be familiar with the 'new' song. This was one of the major changes in the operation of our worship team which we all believe, a great system that works for us at this moment.

April 2007
I Worship You my Lord by Kairos Music, Philippines

May 2007
Breathe by Kelvin Lim, 1AM
http://www.1am.com.my/music/revelation-breathe.html (listen)
http://www.1am.com.my/ (free download of lyrics & chords under 1a.m. Lounge; album 'Revelation'; you need to be a registered member)

June 2007
Yes I love You by Mark Hendrickson
http://www.dpmkc.org/heartsongs/charts/yesiloveyou.pdf (lyrics & chords)

Songs introduced from Jan-Mar 2007

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Since January 2007, our worship team leaders had come to agreement to officially introduce a 'new' song (which may be old but new to the congregation) every single month. We hope this blog would give some information to our visitors especially those who are in our congregation and interested to know more about the songs that we sing in our celebration.

January 2007
Arise by Paul Baloche & Don Moen
http://www.ultimate-guitar.com/tabs/d/don_moen/arise_crd.htm (lyrics & chords)
http://youtube.com/watch?v=OhPw70cxTAg (watch youtube)

February 2007
Saturate by Ronnie Rollins

March 2007
Mighty to Save by Hillsongs
http://www.ultimate-guitar.com/tabs/h/hillsongs/mighty_to_save_tab.htm (lyrics & chords)

Testimony by William Wong

2008-01-21T06:30:00.000-08:00

Come this March, it will be a dozen joyful year of serving the Lord as the “Man in the Booth”. Through serving Him in this area has built me up tremendously and I am able to use my gifting in the area of audio and video to help enhance the quality of service not only in the church, but to touch lives as well. As you see, media is a very powerful tool that can impact the lives of people whom we don’t even have a direct contact with, and I want to do just this, to bring Jesus into the hearts of people through the media. This year we have the Media Team just established and as the coordinator of the Media Team, I would like anyone who have liking for ‘wires, knobs, computers and shooting’ to join the team and together, so that we can build a great team and impact the world around us with the love of Jesus Christ! This is the only job with no prior experience required and the only qualification is a COMMITTED HEART to serve our great and wonderful God. All praise and glory be to Him, who sits on the throne.

William Wong, Media Team Coordinator

Testimony by Jessica Koroh

2008-01-21T06:28:00.000-08:00

I came from an ordinary family. I have many siblings. From a tender age we were not taught any spiritual values as our parents did not know who Jesus was then.

When I was young I was fearful, timid and lack of confidence to face many matters. Whenever I wanted to go somewhere or do something in the presence of many people, I would cry although at home I was the toughest.

The most challenging time was when I was growing up. I had to learn to be independent by experience or own effort. At times I would cry for being angry, scared, felt isolated, ashamed and the worst of all I hated my own father. In my own understanding, he was the reason I had to go through all these. As a matter of fact when we were young, my father never appreciated any of us as daughters were a nuisance to him. Unfortunately out of the eight children he has, six are daughters.

In the late 80’s I came to know Jesus and accepted Him as my Lord and Saviour during a seminar on new life in the Spirit. At that time I felt something extraordinary even though I did not see Jesus but everything I saw then were bright and new. I was always longing for His presence in my life after that seminar. I could memorise the songs during the seminar without any effort on my part. I would sing these songs. Whenever I sang, I could feel Him sitting next to me although I did not have any Bible then. While singing these songs I was ministered to and I came to know the goodness of Lord Jesus.

Slowly I learned to become patient, calm, and hardworking and trust in the Lord Jesus although I cannot see these things. The Lord Jesus has prepared everything in my life through His church, friends, and workplace and taught me to accept and forgive my father.

Until now I could not deny that previously the songs I sang where an act of worship and offering that pleases the Lord Jesus. I believe and felt that every time I praise God, I will feel His presence and closeness in me. I want to make an offering to God in whatever form as I believe in Heaven is full of praises and dances for God.

If you want to learn more about worshipping God, learn from David in the book of Psalms.

Jessica Koroh, Singer

Testimony by Oscar Jefferson Chew

2008-01-21T06:26:00.000-08:00

Well, my experience in the Worship Team was great. I used to have doubts whether I am good enough or what would people think about me. I believe these are all common fears that we all have. The first time I went into this Worship Team I was really discouraged and frustrated. The standards between Eklektos Worship Team and Abundant Life is really different. Not to say that Eklektos has low standards but the atmosphere is different. I wanted to quit Abundant Life Worship Team at first because of the pressures here and there but I really thank the worship Team and Sophia for setting the standard. It helps me to improve rapidly. Other than that, I would like to thank Deborah and Chris for being such great encouragement to me! I would like to encourage those who have the heart to serve, just serve! God has given us the gift so why not serve Him in return? Being in the Worship Team will not only increase your skills but also your spiritual level. I thought I was bad at first but I learn and kept on learning. And most important as Chris says it before we play every time on Sundays: Let’s have fun man!.... So whatchu waiting for?? JOIN US!

Oscar Jefferson Chew, Drummer

Testimony by Christopher Liew

2008-01-21T06:21:00.000-08:00

GOD has always drawn me close to Him through Music!

I was deeply inspired by the awesome music led by Abundant Life Worship Team while I was among the congregations. With only basic knowledge in acoustic guitar, I dreamt to be a musician. Under God’s grace, He fulfilled my heart’s desires by leading me even further, to play an instrument that I have never played before ever in my life – the Electric Bass Guitar!

October 2006 was the first time I learnt to play the bass. By God’s anointing, He has ignited me the passion of playing the bass in the worship team until today. As a bassist, it enables me to be the pulse of God’s heart, providing and setting an environment of awesome praise and worship with the various dynamics and rhythms. This becomes a powerful bridge linking between heaven and hearts of God’s people in worship.

Being in the worship team teaches me more than a worship musician. I learnt teamwork, responsibility, organization and leadership. Most importantly, I have fun & fellowship being with the brothers and sisters who shares the same passion as me!

Our time on this journey is short. It is only right that with the gifts anointed to us by the Lord, to be given back to Him for His Kingdom in His Glory! It’s my joy and privilege to serve the Lord with the gifts He had given me. I am honored and happy to be used by God for His purpose!

The worship team has also been a platform of my spiritual growth, constantly drawing me close to God through music. How wonderful it is to grow in Christ and to make music of Praise at the same time! Only if we allow God to work in us, He will bring us places we’ve yet imagined. He did that to me and let’s sees where He will bring me next!

Christopher Liew, Bassist

Testimony by Sophia Tsen

2008-01-21T06:13:00.000-08:00

What God has given me musically, I have used it for His glory. In the Praise & Worship ministry, I have learned to serve God and to work together as a team. Through serving, I know more about God and myself, drawing closer to Him and experiencing His presence in my life. And He has added so much to my life! :)

Sophia Tsen, Keyboardist cum Music Team Leader

Testimony by Deborah Diane Tai

2008-01-21T06:12:00.001-08:00

I have the privilege of joining worship team for 5 years now. I thank God for His wonderful ways of using me here. I have achieved higher heights, discovered untapped gifts and talents, experienced many breakthroughs in serving Him. When I started as a singer, I simply want to use my voice to worship God. I have enjoyed that until today. I’m always amazed and grateful of what God has done in my life in the worship team ministry. All glory to God!

Deborah Diane Tai, Worship Leader

Testimony by James Wong

2008-01-21T06:07:00.000-08:00

Praise God for the privilege of serving Him in the Worship Ministry for over 33 years. Though singing is my passion and I definitely consider it a joy to serve in the Worship Ministry, no doubt it also requires a lot of time, effort, commitment and dedication to serve consistently and wholeheartedly. 1 Corinthians 15:58 reminds me to continue serving despite any circumstances I might be facing. It says “Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always giving yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labour in the Lord is not in vain.”

As I serve God, I have been blessed by Him. Besides growing closer to Him, He has blessed me with good health, a happy family and financial breakthrough. There are times when I am not so well physically – having flu or sore throat, He delivers me from my sickness when I persist in going to rehearsals to worship Him. Serving together with other brothers and sisters has made me enjoy and appreciate worshiping as a team – to lift up God’s name and not for one’s own glory.

I share all these and sincerely ask you to come and enjoy the blessings. Please prayerfully consider serving God in the Worship Ministry. You do not need to be super-talented, as long as you have a desire and passion to serve Him in this area. Training will be provided. God bless.

James Wong, Worship Leader cum Abundant Life Worship Team Coordinator