Shadows rise at the glory of the Son

Half an hour later an evangelical ministry to the Mainland Chinese students will be kicked off in Aberdeen, Scotland. Although I am thousands of miles away from these people, I have the privilege to be involved in this -- at least praying for them:

Dear Lord,

You are not only the King of kings, but also Professor of professors, PhD of PhDs. When there are thousands of Chinese students from Mainland China going overseas to seek for world-class knowledge and academic qualifications, or even wisdom, open their eyes and expose them so that they understand "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding." (Proverbs 9:10)

Thank you for giving Dan and Amy the vision of bringing the Christian message to my fellow Chinese in Aberdeen, Scotland. Empower them so that through them, their knowledge, their wisdom, their love, their lives, the power and love of God is revealed and it will attract the Chinese students there to be curious about knowing You. Strengthen their faith in You since there are prayers supporting them in this in different corners of the world.

Half an hour later Dan and Amy will host their very first gathering of Oil Lamp Initiative. I am sure You have already helped them to be well-prepared. Prepare also the hearts of all those who are invited and coming. Even when they are on their way now, let them start to experience the unusual Heavenly joy. Lord, let this gathering be a great start of a lasting ministry that has long been missing in this place. Let them enjoy the games, the food (especially the steam buns!), the songs, and most importantly, Dan's brief message on real freedom. Let all these stimulate their minds as well as their souls. Let them feel the emptiness of life and have a need for its fulfilment. Inspire them to be hungry like a wolf on reconsidering life and its meanings. Urge them to come back for a 2nd time not because it is just a great social gathering, but also because of the meanings behind. Let them encounter You my Lord!

Praying in Jesus' name. Amen.

Extended reading:
1. Read how Amy and Dan are preparing for this gathering.
2. Read how the gathering went and Amy's reflection on it.
3. More on Oil Lamp Initiative, and find a way to support us.

A sample layout for their OLI's PowerPoint opening. There's been quite some time that I haven't practised Chinese calligraphy. This design exercise gave me an excuse to do it again.