End of examinations(Still have more to go)

Exams may be over today but we have to be prepared for what's ahead of us. Examinationns are just a period of trials to test our ability and potential in a specific subject or skill. Through examinations, we are able to realise our weaknesses and strengths. Henceforth, we will change according to our weaknesses and improve further on our strengths. Only then we are able to move further in life.

However, there is no end to the study of science or other theoritical subjects. There is no limit to the extent of which a person can gain knowledge of such subjects. You may be the smartest person on earth, but what matters most is your character and spiritual development. How then are we able to develop and shape our character and spiritual faith? Well, to do so is to simply open up a book, read it and anchor the words at the bottom of your hearts, then are we able to apply and practice the teachings behind the words. And this book is, as we all know, the Bible, which is God's word for mankind.

The Bible may consists of books, letters written by prophets, kings, or apostles, compiled together, but these words are from God himself. Hence, all the more must we treasure them and read them daily. Only through thorough meditation and throught processes are we able to really absorb and understand the message that God is trying to convey to us. And naturally, your inner self will grow slowly into Christ-likeness and this can be proved by your actions towards those around you. This does not mean that you become sinless or unable to sin any longer, but that you will tend to sin "less" because your every thought and action are carried out upon firm deliberation, in a way that you often ask yourself "What would Jesus do if he were in my situation?" or "How would God feel if I were to do such a thing". Therefore, we are then able to mature and grow in faith, moulded by God into Christ-likeness.

So, a simple message, or rather a reminder, to my friends is to READ the Bible, and not only read regularly but read as much as you can in your free time because the Bible is the fundamental "tool" or "formula" to your spiritual development as long as you constantly meditate on the Word and apply them in life.