Praise the LORD!

I love singing praises because it's the easiest yet the most powerful way to worship God. Being a part of CPC worship team has been the very testimony of God's faithfulness in my life. When I graduated from UCSD less than a year ago, I had a very difficult time transitioning back to CPC. Going from an active member of Harbor & CCM to a mere Sunday church-goer was such a drastic change that it tormented me. I felt lost for good 3-4 months. To make the situation worse, I couldn't get rid of this awkward "yeah I kinda belong but I kinda don't" feelings. God was teaching me during those times that I cannot run the spiritual race by myself. Every night, I prayed to God to use me, somehow, for His church so I could grow.

I am very thankful that God opened a door for me to serve Him by joining a praise team. It's challenging for sure, especially knowing that I'm not the most gifted singer out there. My vocal range is limited and sometimes (maybe often?) my pitch is everywhere. (btw, every time DHa gives me a solo part, I sweat bullets and I get so nervous!! hehe) However, I love singing praise songs. I remind myself over and over again that it's about God, not about pleasing someone else, including myself. Yes, musicality is important - more unnecessary attention drawn to me means less attention is given to God - but I've been learning to pay more attention to the lyrics than to simply sounding good. Being on a praise team helps (and forces) me to keep my spiritual walk in check. More that that, I can confidently testify that serving has given me a sense of ownership of CPC. Because I felt so lost before, I can really understand the joy and blessings that only His church could provide. My love for CPC definitely has grown. Even though I will leave for school in 4 months, I won't stop serving as much as possible til then! Praise to God that He answers prayers!

I will give thanks to the LORD with my whole heart;
I will recount all of your wonderful deeds.
I will be glad and exult in you;
I will sing praise to your name, O Most High.

Psalm 9:1-2