things learned (or emphasized) in 2007

1. Make sure you know what the will of God is for you!
2. Travelling can wear you out.
3. Sabah Malaysia, in general, has the most dedicated Seventh-day Adventists anywhere.
4. The false doctrines of “don’t judge” and “unconditional love” are still very much alive in our SDA church.
5. Many people are nice to you until you point out their sins.
6. Kids are very precious, especially when you see their minds humbly accept Jesus as God
7. Working for someone is hard when Christian principles are not viewed (or carried out) in a similar light.
8. Most workers could care less about anything other than their paycheck.
9. Being white in a poor land can make you a target of various things.
10. You should change your water bottle every so often.
11. My best friend has the biggest bank account in the world
12. Some church leaders will offer to kick you out of places if you disagree with them.
14. It is a very good thing to show mercy.
15. Smells of food cooking can really make you sick.
16. Lots of bus drivers in Bangkok are crazy.
17. If you don’t use toilet paper, make sure there are no cuts on your fingers.
18. Kids learn more about life playing at recess than in the classroom.
19. Four seasons are good for your mental health.
20. A true friend is very, very precious and rare.