I love my own space when I travel
especially on long-haul flights, actually on any flight. The main reason for
this is my pretty hectic schedule. The moment I board the plane I am already
exhausted, need my own space to rest, sleep, zone out and enjoy the flight.
On 25th of October, my wife (Colleen) and I boarded a flight from Bali, Indonesia to Singapore. I followed my routine by getting comfortable on my seat - blanket over my legs, my head on the headrest and pillow on my lap. It wasn't long, after takeoff, I dropped off peacefully. No, not from alcohol, but from few hours’ sleep I had during the conference due to late nights and early mornings.
After about 30-minute power nap, I was wide awake, ready to enjoy the great on-board cuisine of Singapore Airlines. As we were about to eat, I noticed the lady on my left bow her head and pray. I turned to Colleen and said "I think she is a Christian" then wondered if she attended our conference. I didn't recognise her from the conference of over 300 delegates from the nations of Asia and Oceania. I turned to her and asked what she was doing in Bali.
Well, the remainder of the flight was truly amazing and very special as Tina (from Singapore) started to share a little about her life, her family and her career. As she shared her stories - things that she was struggling with and what she is trusting God for in her life, we both realised that this was a ‘God moment’. God's timing is always perfect, in a right place, right time with the right people. It was truly a divine appointment and a divine connection.
On 25th of October, my wife (Colleen) and I boarded a flight from Bali, Indonesia to Singapore. I followed my routine by getting comfortable on my seat - blanket over my legs, my head on the headrest and pillow on my lap. It wasn't long, after takeoff, I dropped off peacefully. No, not from alcohol, but from few hours’ sleep I had during the conference due to late nights and early mornings.
After about 30-minute power nap, I was wide awake, ready to enjoy the great on-board cuisine of Singapore Airlines. As we were about to eat, I noticed the lady on my left bow her head and pray. I turned to Colleen and said "I think she is a Christian" then wondered if she attended our conference. I didn't recognise her from the conference of over 300 delegates from the nations of Asia and Oceania. I turned to her and asked what she was doing in Bali.
Well, the remainder of the flight was truly amazing and very special as Tina (from Singapore) started to share a little about her life, her family and her career. As she shared her stories - things that she was struggling with and what she is trusting God for in her life, we both realised that this was a ‘God moment’. God's timing is always perfect, in a right place, right time with the right people. It was truly a divine appointment and a divine connection.
Colleen and I had wonderful time
encouraging and speaking the word of the Lord to Tina. We both know that the Bible
says, "The truth of God's word sets people free”. After
speaking and sharing, her countenance begins to change.
Tina told us that when she saw that
her seat was next to ours, she felt that there was 'something special' about
us. Maybe it was my 'white hair' or my sleepy look on my face... ha ha. Tina’s
colleague came and offered a seat with her; however, she declined as she
'sensed' that she needed to be with us. I am truly amazed how God
orchestrates things. Amazing.
Before the plane landed in Singapore, I asked Tina if I could pray for her. With eyes closed, I began to pray and minister to this special woman of God. With tears streaming down her face, the Holy Spirit ministered in a powerful and special way, speaking words of encouragement and allowing God to minister prophetically as well.
Before the plane landed in Singapore, I asked Tina if I could pray for her. With eyes closed, I began to pray and minister to this special woman of God. With tears streaming down her face, the Holy Spirit ministered in a powerful and special way, speaking words of encouragement and allowing God to minister prophetically as well.
As we disembarked, Colleen and I gave Tina a big hug. We felt that this was truly a 'God moment’, a real special moment with an amazing woman. Thank you Tina, may God richly bless you.
Be available for the unexpected
There are so many opportunities to make a difference and to add value to people's lives. #bwlife
