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Wu Pang Jin

Posted in Labels: | at 5:31 AM

Today we interview the recently-attached, immensely talented, much-loved Jim Wu! Ever the academic, it’s tough to find some free time but ever the gentleman, Jim willingly obliges to answer some questions which I have conjured out of my flights of fancy (along with some by popular demand of the zone of course)! Happy reading ZPH-ians!

Mark: Your first sem cell leading!! What has it been like for you? Tell us the things that you found the hardest to cope with and the things you love most about the responsibility!

Jim: Hardest? Spending time with my cellies. I’m a very busy man when it comes to my studies. I put a lot of priorities in it, thus, quite difficult to juggle between those two. It’s like, whenever I have free time, I’ll study or try to finish my assignments. That’s what you become when you were a total nerd for a year and a half.
Things that I love? Delegating of course. Calling my core and telling them what to do. The best part is that they are so willing and they always say “yes”. It makes cell leading so much more easy. A huge thanks to my core.

Mark: Delegation is important you know Jim…it’s a codeword for ‘legalised sabo-ing’ by the way! Certainly has been an awesome sight seeing you in action as a cell leader! Have you been blessed by the role?

Jim: Definitely!! I’ve learnt a lot from my cellies. The best part is that when you see your cell members grow and you see the potential in them that will bring them to even greater heights in their life achievements.


Mark: Even the Master learns from his students =). Has your vision for your cell been achieved this sem?

Jim: Well, honestly, I can say, half of it only, but the more important thing is that I see growth in my cell whether the cell vision is achieved completely or not.

Mark: Sem’s not over yet!! So it can still be achieved!! And how would you encourage others to step forward to fill this role in the future?

Jim: Just do it!! You might think that you are not up for it but you’ll never know how awesome and wonderful it is to serve as a cell leader. Yes, it might be scary and stressful at times but the reward that you receive far outweighs the “sufferings”.

Mark: Who is the best cook in your cell? Don’t be afraid to say yourself HAHA!

Jim: I gotta say it’s Soon Eng! Just give him meat, and he can surprise you.

Mark: Soon Eng eh… I gotta get his number .. or pay him a surprise dinner visit soon… aside from the cooks, who is the life of the party in your cell??

Jim: Haha, the Singaporean girls -> Deborah, Weiping and Ansley, because they are the only girls in my cell...hahaaha.

Mark: So, some same old same old incoming… What is the first thing you wanna ask God when you see him?

Jim: Hm…never really thought of it though. I don’t really have any questions for Him at the moment. Well, I guess when I get to meet Him, I might even skip the part of asking questions and go straight to worship!!

Mark: I’ve heard that you play like…. MANY musical instruments (Talk about market value, Li Jim you lucky girl!) which exactly are the instruments you are able to play?

Jim: Haha, many people had asked me this before. Well, there are many but if you asked me which instruments that I can really play, I gotta say it is the electone(organ), bass guitar, acoustic guitar, DRUMS!!, Chinese flute(dizi), recorder….yea. That’s all I think.


Mark: Is there an instrument you really wish to learn that you don’t know how to play yet?

Jim: The PIANO!! Seriously!! Not joking!! I want to be like Jim Brickman, hehe, no pun intended.

Mark: Mr Wu Pang JIN, you know it’s coming man…. and I’m sure everyone whose been reading has been waiting for this! WHERE and HOW did you ask Li JIM to be your girlfriend?

Jim: By the way, my name is spelled “pHang”, pronounced as “pang”, like the word “punk”.
Oh man, so many people asked me this. Haha, okies. Mat Bay, and it was during sunset. Er..how? I just asked directly. Straight to the point.

Mark: A man’s man eh? What do you think is Li Jim’s BEST physical attribute?? Don’t be SHY! No LYING!

Jim: HER EYES!!!

Mark: Eyes eh... her big round puppy eyes sure got you! What do you think is her best NON-physical attribute?

Jim: Her service, her habit of always wanting to bless people, her sacrificial character.

Mark: Wow. Looks like you scored man... What do you think Li JIM likes best about you?

Jim: Hm…a lot of stuff but I guess the mains ones must be my honesty and me being open to her, and also me being a very nice MQBF(M**** Q**** Boy Friend , don’t worry, it’s not a swear word) !! HAHa..

Mark: ?!? Alright everyone, you will have to ask Jim what MQ means yourselves! Jim, Is she your first girlfriend?

Jim: Yups!!


Mark: First-timer eh… that’s good! I’ve heard it’s Li Jim’s first time too if my info is right? Talk about a fairytale love story haha! So, is she the prettiest girl you ever laid eyes on?

Jim: In my eyes, YES SHE IS!! I can’t stop looking at her..haha.


OLJ/Li Jim must be crying tears of joy after reading this..


And that’s all for our interview with Mr. Jim Wu folks! Hope you enjoyed his honest (we hope) answers! Stay tuned for the next cell leader interview!! Who is it going to be me? Find out soon and in the meantime you’re most welcome to contact me (Mark) for questions to ask! God Bless!

~Mark~

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The Exclusive Interview - Max Ting!

Posted in Labels: | at 5:06 AM



After a brief housemate to housemate wrestle because one of us left the dishes out last night. *pant* We get to sit down and ask the tall bean of our zone, my housemate, some questions! Enjoy!


So Max, what's it like being UWA zone's tallest Zone Sup??
*pants* Well to be honest, it’s quite nice to have people look up to me literally, but not so nice that I have to look down on almost everyone … I mean … it hurts my neck u know?! :p


Right … as if that’s a big problem! How’s the air up there?
If the air down there makes you look like … YOU, I’m pretty sure the air up here is better.


Ouch … Do u poke fun at the other two shorties???
Is that how you talk to your leaders’ BOY?! I will show you some manners later on. *cracks knuckles*


I think there is a constant barrage of teases amongst the zone sups, helps keep us on our toes, but I don’t think the issue of height really comes up much. I would like to think we prefer to fight it out with our wits instead, but in reality I think we just have a lot of fun together.


Does Peter or Josh get teased more?
Definitely Josh, his constantly falling into the “you-asked-for-it” syndrome! Plus he has a wonderful gf who always needs him to bail her out of trouble & he bites the bullet for her each time so what can you say? What a man!


If Josh Lim is the zone's saboteur in chief, you must be a close push for second.... any plans to dethrone him?
What for? I get to do all I want and he gets the blame, sounds like a little piece of heaven to me!






What is the biggest sabo you could ever pull on Josh?
Fake a break up letter from Letitia, burn his clothes, spray paint his car, finally get him into the duck pond, msg Letitia with his phone with a “wrong” message to another girl, tie him up and rub chilli over his face … hmmm … you can tell I have thought this through huh? Hah Grow eyes on the back of your head Josh, a storm’s coming!


Same same old, if Pete and Josh were drowning... WHO would you save???
Oh this is a real dilemma, I mean after BOTH of them have happily announced they would let me die, what can you do?!! I could (1) let them both drown and laugh my head silly OR (2) give my life to save the both of them and let them live with the guilt for the rest of their lives. But I know these guys too well … there will be NO GUILT. So if it came down to it, I think Peter because a girl out there hasn’t been blessed with his love yet, and I can’t rob that girl from that joy. That’s right Josh, the truth will set you free!


Do you think Jacq is the hottest babe in ZPH?
(within 2 nanoseconds), Y-E-S!!!!!


U SURE U AREN'T LYING????????? HAHAHHA
Mark, you got a real deathwish you know that? All I can say is, you want to get together with someone who would brighten your day when you see her, especially (after married) waking up in bed. If not … seriously, you’re in trouble!


And dude, if she reads this … you’re dead man. hah


Whoops, better switch questions then. Wedding bells ringing... WHEN WHEN??
ahhh… this question. The answer ain’t coming easily for any of you reading, you have to earn it. But what I CAN say is … earlier than Josh so go and read his post first :p






Who is the most 'steady' cell leader in ZPH in your opinion?
Well that would be Jacquelyn of course … since me & her are going “steady”? HAHA But seriously, to be able to organize, lead, counsel members AND serve in their various other ministries? All our brilliant 10 Cell Leaders ARE ALL steady. All have their different strengths so I really can’t pick a head runner.


IP Man VS Iron Man??
As in a fight? IP man is cool and all … but I highly doubt Wing Chun could do anything to a few tons of heavy metal!


Which would you choose?
Hmm .. IP man is noble, moral and has super OP (Overpower) fighting skills. Iron Man appears to the general public as not moral and noble BUT he actually is, and is super brilliant (like 10 times more than Henry), super charming (10 times more than Francis) and what’s more is SUPER RICH (1000000000000 times more than Vera!). All this plus his OP suit + computer … no brainer. IRON MAN … I WANT I WANT I WANT I WANT *drools*


What excites you most about serving in ZPH??
(1) I am part of building something great!! (2) I am part of the life journey of each member! (3) It’s FUN doing what I do in serving the Lord!! Especially when it means calling Lijin on Friday to tell her that she’s doing Tithes & Offering … ahh small joys … small joys :p


What is the biggest advice you can give about serving in ZPH for potential leaders stepping up?
Serving as a leader, especially cell leadership will be the most rewarding experience you can ever receive! I will bet my last dollar on that! HOWEVER, being a leader will mean you will be stretched, you will be pushed, but only because it is getting the best out of you, and in turn making a better you SO THAT you can receive the greater blessings in life. Not for the faint hearted!


What is the biggest question you wanna ask God?
Why is my best friend so ugly but can get such a beautiful girlfriend?!? It defiles logic man






Only because God is good and He has great plans to prosper us! Claim it! Well we have come to the end of another awesome interview. The Zone Sups are done HOWEVER … we will be starting to interview your Cell Leaders from here on! And first up is …. JIM WU!! So if you have any questions for Jim, just post them on the chatbox and we will include the good ones! Be blessed!




~Mark~

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Another Awesome Interview

Posted in Labels: | at 6:40 AM

I’ll be honest with you, I have been looking forward to this interview. The man who can’t stand chilli but will shower in cold water … in WINTER! This is a sure sign that our leader is extraordinary, so let’s see what answers he has for us today! Enjoy!

Josh, it's a well-known fact that you're Zion's UWA zone's head honcho SABOTEUR (Max being a close 2nd), but you were once a cute innocent boy too!!! WHAT HAPPENED?



YOU and it was the likes of YOU that happened!!! I WAS an innocent boy, until people like you came into my life, and I couldn't resist. It's like putting a bottle of alcohol in front of a has-been alcoholic. Same thing. Now let me ask you back the same question, Mr.Man-of-many-Questions, if you were in my position and you got to know someone like you, what do you think you would have done?


Oh nothing extragant … a little bow, kissing of feet and some pampering maybe? But that’s beside the point … so How did you get so good??

Practice Practice Practice. The only way you reach where you want to go in life is … Practice Practice Practice.


Right, good advice, so now IF there was one person you could sabo BIG time during chairing, who would it be??

You really want to be asking me this question? I guess, if I really have to answer this, it'll be the person who came up with this list of annoying questions which I have to answer during my work-time. =P



Who are we talking about here? hah So... would you ever make up an excuse to Letitia not to go shopping with her if the guys were to invite you to a MEGA EPIC NIGHT of LEFT FOR DEAD 2 (L4D2)

Are you crazy? Here's the logic: If I go shopping with her that one time, I only lose out on that one time, and she'll be supportive of me playing the next time. Give-n-Take relationship, brother. If I make up the excuse, I'll probably never get to play the game ever again. So, comparing both outcomes, I rather lose that one opportunity than lose my lifetime of L4D2. *Psst... TONIGHT.. 11pm.. New map out..*



Right, I hope Let isn’t reading this :p I’ll pass the word out! Who do you bully most in LFD2?

It has to be Ian Leow. As I have always told him, boys should not be playing a man's game.


Too true, especially when they haven’t broken their voices yet. Alright, same old same old.... 2 Zone supervisors drowning, Peter and Max, WHO WOULD YOU SAVE?

Neither.

???

Firstly, I get absolute control and dominion of the zone. buahahaha! Kidding! Well, they are both 2x or 3x bigger than me, so they'll probably take me down with them, so in calculating all the risks, I guess I'll just leave them there. But if I really really have to choose one, I'll go for Peter. And let Max know for sure if Jacquelyn will save him... Few possible scenarios, 1, he's saved by her and they are both happy, 2, he takes her down with him, everyone wins, 3, she stands at the shore waving goodbye and Max will know the truth and the truth will set him free (John 8:32). And well, Peter because he doesn't have many friends, so... =D


Ahh … so speaking of other halves and truths that set people free … Letitia, Letitia, What do you think is the most attractive PHYSICAL attribute she possesses?

And WHY is that of any concern to you? Pervert! You wanna check out my girl? Huh?!?! LoL!!! Kidding... Her legs.


Check her out? PLEASE!! How about character-wise?

Hmm... character? You mean we're suppose to choose them based on character? LoL!!! Her teachability... =)


Since you said that … are your “teaching” her to be Mrs Lim anytime soon?

Hallelujah. I'm namin` n claimin`, professin` n possessin`. 2012 people, 2012. Avail yourselves, UWA. ho ho ho.


You've been the zone supervisor for some time now, what is the job realllllly like?

Easy, sit around, delegate and send forth the pawns. LoL. Nah, I would deem it a rather Foul-Weathered job. Because when things are going well, nobody really cares who the Zone Supervisor is. When things are going badly, everyone wants to know who's in charge and give him/her an earful. Thank goodness I have Peter on top of me, so he gets the first blow...



Poor Peter … How long do you think you're gonna carry the torch for?

The spiritual answer would be: When Jesus tells me to move on, because I love Jesus and this zone so very much.

The truthful answer would be: When one of you guys step up and take over!!! S.T.E.P... U.P.!!!!!


Step up eh? Is that your vision for the youth of Zion's UWA zone?

Youth? Well, YOU certainly don't qualify so WHY is it of any concern to you? Stop butt-ing in on to other people's business. M.Y.O.B. But, if an interviewer who was, say, 5 years younger asked me that question, I'd say: A generation of believers that realize their realities and values isn't determines by sight, sense and circumstances, but by faith, spirit and word.


Are we getting there?

Slowly but surely. I believe in this bunch of youths (you and the likes of you are excluded though...)


Last question … So what do you think God's gonna look like??????

Young. About 30 years old. I think he chose to "die" at that age because he doesn't like the idea of have an old appearance. haha! And, most definitely, coloured. Definitely either Asian-ish or African-ish. Probably thats why he came middle-eastern-ish. As I always tell everyone, I am amazed by how talented coloured people are. They can play sports really well, sing really well, dance really well, preach really well, act really well, play musical instruments well and everything else! Kinda makes me jealous...


And on that note, thank you Pastor Lim for your time and honest answers. You heard the man folks! 2012 is the year to look forward to! But till then, grow eyes behind your head lest you become the next victim of our no.1 saboteur!

~Mark~

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The Exclusive Interview - Peter Kenner!

Posted in Labels: | at 4:56 PM


Peter Kenner ... we all know who he is, being the head honcho zone supervisor is hard to miss, and he is quite big! But apart from fearlessly leading us, how much do we really know about this Victorian born, Aprilia riding man of God? That is our quest today, as I ask him some very tough questions!

Enjoy!



Do you think you’re good looking??

Sometimes. I guess it depends on how friendly the mirror is being that day J But more often than not I don’t think about myself as good looking.


If you were a girl, which guy in Zion would your FIRST choice?? (No lying now!)

Seriously??? What kind of question is that??? Let me think for a while… Ok, it would have to be my housemate Ziech. I don’t think he would be the easiest person to be married to but I honestly can’t think of anyone that I respect more and that you could more safely trust your future to. His number is 0430 459… Actually, if you’re interested just let me know and I’ll add your name to the pile of applicants J


What do you think is the circumference measurement of your right bicep?

Not sure. Hang on… 40cm (41 when flexed so it must be mostly fat)


If you were to join the World Wrestling Federation, what would your stage name be?

The Insomner


What’s the 1st thing you will ask Jesus when you see him?

I’m not sure that the first thing I would do is ask a question. If I did ask a question it might be something like “why me?” or “what were all those questions I wanted to ask you?”



Do you think ignorance is bliss?

Yeah. There are some things that I would love to unlearn or that it would be much easier not to know. But I also think that it’s unhealthy because acting in ignorance can lead you down a path away from God.


Which is your favorite movie?

I can’t think of one movie that really stands out. But action movies are definitely my favourite. If you were to ask about TV shows I’d say either ‘House’ or ‘Scrubs’


What was your dream job when you were a little boy?

I wanted to be a farmer. Most holidays when I was young were spent on farms and I loved to help milk the cows, hand-feed the sheep, play in the haystacks and mess around with the dogs.


What’s the most embarrassing moment/incident in your life?

When I was young my mum got me involved in a market research taste testing. Each kid was put in a little booth and they would push tiny plates of food through a little door in the wall of the booth. I really (like really) needed to pee and each time I tried to talk to them through the gap when they would shut the door too quickly. I couldn’t find a toilet anywhere and ended up peeing in the corridor ‘cos I just couldn’t hold on any longer. Scarred for life.


What is your personal vision/goal for the youths of Zion Praise Harvest?

I want to see a generation of young people totally surrendered to Christ, totally separated from their old lives, totally willing to go anywhere and do anything for God, totally abandoned in worship and totally outspoken about their faith.




If Josh and Max were drowning…. WHO WOULD YOU SAVE????

Finally an easy question! Josh of course. Max is much more likely to be able to touch the bottom and he’s already lived a long life. Not to forget that it would be a ‘tall’ order to try and save Max.

~ Mark ~

*More details about Peter can be found under Leadership Profiles, have a look!*

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