Top 5 Reflections - Week 4

1) Confidence in Him

First, I have been learning and discovering a new appreciation for His Word, a new confidence in the transforming power of His Word. Secondly, I have been challenged to depend on Him and confidently seek His glory through prayer and holiness.

2) HK is ok but Beijing is the bomb!

Hong Kong has certainly been an interesting experience. I have been really encouraged by the work and people at Crossroads. I have really enjoyed seeing the city of Hong Kong - especially at night! But with that being said, Hong Kong has still been a bit overwhelming. The hustle and go of the culture has probably been the biggest culture shock for me. I like the food in Hong Kong but Beijing just seems better. Probably at some level I miss the relationships that Mike and I were forming with friends like at the hotpot place. I think I also miss BICF a bit too.

3) Being joyful when you just can't really stand what your doing

This past week has been a bit of a challenge for me as I have struggled to get the alone time and rest that I have needed. This has also been a challenge because I have been fighting a cold.

4) Misconceptions about China
Chinese freedoms are certainly not as restrictive as they once were thirty years ago. While I am not going to elaborate too much here I will say that in many ways the church in China is more free than the church in Canada.

5) I love the Hong Kong transit system. It is quick, efficient and well maintained. Everyone who comes to Hong Kong always needs to get an octopus card. It is essentially a transit card which can also allow the user to buy goods at certain stores. Therefore, instead of buying tickets or paying on the spot a person can scan their wallet. Pretty neat!