MY NEW LIFE with BIBLE
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It was unforgettable on January 30, 2019. I had been suffering from my own chronic diseases and coldness in those days. But just on that day, my condition was relatively good so that I could decide to begin searching Protestant churches. As for the reason why I stuck to Protestant churches, maybe it's related to my study of the Puritan Revolution in the past.Anyway, while searching many churches without any goal, I found 'Lifehouse Tokyo' by chance.
Since I closed my trading company because of my diseases, I'd never spoken English to anybody for around eleven years. (Since then, maybe I'd been suffering from something mental, apart from my real physical diseases.) 'LifehouseTokyo'is a biligual church.That's why I decided to try attending this church on the spot, I feel so now.
As soon as I decided so, I tried to attend the chapel on January 30(begining time/19:15).Then, after singing worshipping songs with a band all together, regarding the way of their preaching ,it's like that first of all, an Australian pastor partly preaches in English, and soon after that, another pastor translates the part into Japanese. Repeating its pattern, they went ahead with their preaches. And finally, all of us prayed God several things, in Jesus' name. It was really a nice exrerience for me.Then I felt this kind of chapel may mentally grow myself in my way of life. Just after ending the chapel, some people friendly talked to me, and I could have greetings with several pastors. It reminded me of my past life time when I'd lived feeling a fellowdhip with some people one another.Just as I explained my diseases to several people, they prayed God for me to be healed, putting their one hands on my shoulders seriously. I remember then I was really happy feeling their kindness enough.
A little before on my back home, at the exit of the hall, I found one lady delivering "New Testament Bible" for nothing. Then, although I hesitated receiving it a little bit (as I thought the Bible is very precious and actually its volume is more than 400 pages), I dared to get it. As a result,I've come to get 'religious devotion' for the first time ever in my life. Now I really thank the chance itself and the Lifehouse's staff.(Notes: In case of receiving the Bible, you need to present your name and address in advance.)
Looking back upon then, I'm sure then I'd been in conditions of rock-bottom both physically and mentally, I couldn't work for anything enough against my will, suffering from my diseases. Maybe then, I just wanted to rely on whatever anything strong, I think so. Now I feel that"lifehouse Tokyo"is something like 'rescue organization'for me.(Sorry, but during this pandemic, now I don't know still whether the free delivery of the Bible is posible or not.Pleaseconfirm itdirectly to Lifehouse.)
Then from the next day, I began reading "New Testament Bible". First of all, I read both of English and Japanese chapters one after the other. And after all, I could finish three or four chapters each, everyday. While reading it seriously, I'd come to find myself gerting deep into the contents gradually.As a result,since I began reading the Bible on January 31, 2019, I finished it on May 4, 2019. As for my impression then, even I who had no religious devotion, could smoothly understand its contents. Especially I was really impressed at every truth by Jesus' teachings that seemed to be right logically and ethically. Frankly speaking, just after finishing it, I really thought I maybe able to lead my remaining life with happiness, if only I can live following Jesus' teachings completely. And just then, I made up my mind to believe all of his teachings continually from then on... It's very simple, but actually was the beginning of my faithful life.
While my reading the New Testament, my views of life and death has changed naturally and gradually.For Christian, the end of the world on earth is just the beginning of 'eternal life' in heaven. Now I who can think so from the bottom of my heart, am supremely happy! Joy got by going to heaven with an eternal life is much better for me, than fearing death on earth. Maybe I think, only those who finished up the Bible will be able to understand this kind of sense.
Now I've begun my fourth reading of the New Testament.(Almost every publication I read is different.) Whichever bible I read, its contents are really proper, I felt so then. And whenever I'm living following the teachings obediently, I can curiously feel 'peace' in my heart. Now most of us have suffered from 'pandemic', 'conflicts', 'famine', 'natural disasters','racism' and so on, worldwide. Just in times of 'uncertainty' and 'difficulty', we really need "faith to God" as greatest power to make our selves stronger and healthier both mentally and physically, I'm sure so.
Although 30 years have passed since I fought two kinds of bad collagen diseases, but now I have lived peaceful days through, with God and Jesus. Whenever my condition is no good or I feel something uneasy, I pray God my desires to remove them on the spot right then. Recently, somehow I've come to feel my heart peaceful, soon after praying God something seriously. Recently I feel like I've gradually deepened my faith to God up to now. Actually if we believe in God's presence and Jesus' teachings completely and live just following them obediently, we can deepen our faith to God absolutely, I think so.
If you have any uneasiness or disorder both mentally and physically, I confidently recomend you read the New Testament Bible once at least.('Lifehouse Tokyo' to which I belong, gives out their self-published Bible free of charge.) I pray for God for you to find somrthing like your origin of point through the New Testament Bible. (In case of receiving the bible, you need to register your name and address, and so on.)
Finally, if you agree at all the teachings in the Bible, I recommend you to enter your favorite church by all means. For example, our church, 'Lifehouse Tokyo' is ready for some meeting places called 'Connect Group' that is open to deepen and confirm our faith to God with each other as well as worship service and preaching by pastors. For Christians, 'fellowship' is very important for deepening our bond and togehterness. Now unfortunately, in this coronavirus pandemic, at the moment, all the events should be held in on-line style only. But I'm really sure that these two hours on Sundays wwould be very meaningful times for you, so please feel free to join us! (August 27'21)
📙March 10’25
"If we look at the world situation, it seems that also this year will
be confusing year..."
Hello, this is Mimo, the editor. Reacently, the number of warm days gradually increased! Even so, however, when I get out of the bed at dawn, I can't help but turn on the heating switch of the air conditioner. I feel that the temprature difference between morning and afternoon is still going on↓.
How are you all doing? The dry days continue, so please take care of your physical condition.
It's been around half a year since I started attendingKoinonia Christian Church. Now , every Sunday morning, through praise, prayers, and messages to God, I'm spending a healing time.
In addition, at the monthly "love meal party", I am very grateful that I can spend time chatting and laughing happily with everyone while surrounding delicious and healthy home cooking for a small participation fee. I'd like to deepen my friendship with everyone also from now on.
By the way, recently I'm absorbed in ChatGPT(chat-style AI app./free version), and I ask various questions through the app every day.
In the meantime, I remembered one problem that I was very concerned about, so I asked the question to the app. The answer came immediately, so I introduce it to you. It's a bit of a heavy and serious agenda, but forgive me, please.
(My Question)~Looking at the current world situation, it seems that the wave of stagflation(a phenomenon where high prices continue under recession) is increasing. Then, the internal situation of non-democratic countries will tighten, and public dissatisfaction will accumulate. And in the end, in order to avoid the anxiety and dissatisfaction of the people, I think it's quite possible for such countries to fabricate a virtual enemy country and enliven the war momentum, what do you think?
(Conclusion of ChatGPT)~"In conclusion, if stagflation spreads globally, it can be said that politically instability will increase and there will be enough military risks in various countries, not only in non-democratic countries.
Before this conclusion, there were several preambles, but when I read this conclusion, I thought ChatGPT's answer had already firmly grasped the danger of the world situation.
I'm sorry for showing you the sudden political topic. However I was strangely concerned about the "wave of high prices" that is slowly surging not only in Japan but also on a global scale, so I dared to take it up.
(written on March 16'25)
✝1:My Latest Affairs onMarch 11'25
In fact, still now, the examination of the ingrown nail of the left thumb is going on. However, there is no pain at all, and the wound is completely closed, so I think it's maybe an observational examination after the fact.
However apart from this, the "senile wart" on the right cheek worsened, and it was decided to be treated. Regarding this, I have been treated every few or three years, but also this time, I bled while shaving, and I had to peel off two or three layers of the thicked skin.
As for the treatment, it's the same as the treatment of ingrown toenails, and it is to freeze the executives at minus 200℃, and it is thought to be repeated 2 or 3 times every week.
There is no pain at all, so I hope the treatment will be finished soon.
And, as I have already reported on Facebook, I've been bothering for pigeon droppings visiting the veranda on the 8th floor, but as a result of researching on the internet and ChatGPT, finally I found an affortable product that does not attract pigeons.I was able to put it in!
At Konan, a home center, I bought two sets of 5-disc sets(884yen) with a CD set tied with a string. First, after stretching one piece of thick string to enclose the top of veranda, I hung the CD discs with the strings evenly.
The CD Plates shine brightly and move moderately in the wind, so pigeons seem to be more wary than necessary. Fortunately, pigeons almost don't drop in here now, and I'm relieved to be freed from cleaning up the afterfeces.
I'm really lucky to get this result for less than a thousand yen! I will continue to send out our recent situation regularly, so so please visit this site again(^▽^)/
(written on March 17'25)
✝2：Some of My Journals
◆John:9-39 on Sept. 30'22 : (NIT) (No.33)
KeeJesus said, "For judgement I have come into this world, sothat the blind will see and those who see blind."
God will never abondon those who suffer from poverty and illness without receiving the glittering false light of this world.
However,those who continue to shine in that false light and simply push through themselves, and those whoe kill or roment people, will be erased from this world forever by God and driven into hell where eternal suffe awaits. Just through this verse, I was convinced of that.
◆Matthew:20-25~27 on June 14'20 : (NLT)(No.34)
"You know that the rulers in this world lord it over their people, and officials flaunt their authority over those under them.But among you it will be different. Whoever wants to be a leader among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first among you must be your slave."
Whoever can humbly and kindly contact anybody must be generous, and aa a result, many people come to like the peson. In this world, the bigger the organizations are, the fewer are those who can contact others like that, I think. I hope we Christians will humbly serve fellows with each other at least.
(written on DMarc 20'25)
✝3：A Little Bit From Worldly Viewpoints (March 2'25)
■With Weak Yen, Japan Has Inflation Problem
(from New York Times・Weekly on March 2'25)
For decades in Japan, it was accepted as gospel: A weak currency makes companies more competitive and bolsters the economy.
Part of that promise came true last year: As the yen tumbled tumbled to a 37-year low against the dollar, big brands like Toyota Motor reported the highest profits in Japanese history. Stocks soared to record highs.Yet,the majority of Japanese households, the weakened yen has done little more than drive up the costs of basic living expenses, such as food and electricity. Figures rereased recently showed that while Japan's economy picked up pace in the second half of 2024, its inflation-adjusted growth rate for the full year slowed to 0.1 percent. That was down from 1.5 percent the previous year.
Attempting to stimulate exports by weaking a currency has long been a policy tool for countries seeking economic growth: President Donald J. Trump has said he wants a weaker dollar to help American Manufacturing.Japan shows what can happen when a depreciated currency, even if it helps exports, crushes consumer purchasing power by worsening inflation.
With the yen trading at around 150 to the dollar, this is clearly not good policy, said an economist, Mr.Richard Katz. "It would be good to take a lesson from this," he said.
The new figures show that householdspending shrank slightly in 2024, after expanding in the previous three years. Prolonged weak spending in Japan has left its real gross domestic product barely above prepandemic levels.
Tariffs that Mr.Trump has vowed to impose widely on American trading partners, including Japan, are expected to further strengthen the dollar against the yen. Growing dissatisfaction with inflation is putting pressure on Japanese lawmakers―who face upper house elections in July―to reverse the yen's slide.
In the past, Japan welcomed a weak yen in large part because its economy was highly dependent on exports. But over the past two decades Japanese companies have delegated more of their production and sales to subsidiaries outside of the country.
Over the same span, Japan became more dependent on imports, including fuels like coal and gas used to produce electricity. Since Japan shut most of its nuclear plants following the 2011 Fukushima disaster, imports have accounted for around 90 percent of its total energy supply. It also spends more in imported agricultural products than it produces domestically.
A weaker currency can help stimulate an economy if companies use the money they make from exports to increase hiring and salaries, and invest in their domestic capacity, Mr.Katz said. "On the contrary, consumers are just being squeezed by the higher import costs."
(My Prayer)
The Father, my God in heaven,
I was able to greet the morning joyfully as well, today.
This is also due to your guidance.
I really thank you for loving me.
I sincerely pray for the glory and development of your kingdom.
Currently, many people in Japan are suffering from low currency and high prices. For the majority of Japanese families, the weakened yen has been big pain to the soaring cost of living such as food and energy.
Not only Japan is suffering from the low currency and high prices in its own currency, but also the advanced countries of the United Kingdom and Eurozone are suffering.
However,after all, in some developing countries, it's also true that the adverse effects of soaring prices put excessive pressure on daily life and sometimes related to life and death.
Today, in the world, these complex factors, such as rising energy energy prices and rising food prices, rising wages due to labor shortages, economic slowdown due to monetary tightening, and rising trade costs due to the increase in protectionist policies, overlap, and global prices continue to rise.
Dear God, even in this world where division is progressing, please guide us so that all the countries in the world can work together to face these problems seriously and pave the way for peaceful solutions. Please give us that kind of power.
I offer this prayer in the name of the Lord, Jesus Christ,
Amen.
(written on March 22'25)
☕４：Break Time on March 12'25
As I said on the top page, I'm currently addicted to the ChatGPT app. I am asking this app questions about various fields such as my chronic diseasses, familiar events, and world situations. It's really convenient and helpful as I can easily get necessary information.
In the meantime, when I asked about the cause of "forest fires" that are now popullar all over the world, I received a concise and easy-to-understand answer, so I will introduce it to you.
(My question)~The number of wildfires aroundtheworld is increasing. I believe that extreme dryness and strong winds caused by climate change are a major factor, but please tell me the cause of the global wildfires.
(Answers from ChatGPT)
1)Effects of Climate Change
1:High Temperature and Drying～Global warning causes temperetures to rise, and soil vegetation is easy to dry out. Dry plants are flammable and increase the risk of wildfires.
2:Increase in Strong Winds～Due to the impact of climate change, windy days increase, which promotes the spread of fire. Especially in California and Australia, strong winds are a factor in the rapid spread of wildfire.
2)Man-made Factors
1:Arson and Carelessness～Many wildfires are caused by human activities. Campfires, cigarette littering, sparks from wires, etc. can trigger fires.
2:Land Development and Agriculture～Deforestatiion and field burning agriculture(especially in the Amazon and Indonesia) can lead to uncontrollablefires and lead tolardge-scale wilfires.
3)Natural Phenomenon
1:Ignition caused by lightning strikes～When lightning strikes fall into a dry forest, it may catch fire spontaneously. Lightning is a major cause of fires, especially in the forests of Canada and Siberia.
2:Volcanic Activity～Lava flows and volcanic thunder caused by volcanic eruptions can ignite forests and lead to wildfires.
4)Forest Management Problems
1:In the past forest management policy, "preventing fire" was prioritized, and as a result of too many dead trees and fallen leaves, once fire is ignited, it may become uncontrollable.
2:Effects of Exotic Species～In some areas, exotic species(eucalyptus and California grass) are more flammable than nomic vegetation and increase the risk of fire.
In this way, I've got a concise and comprehensible answer through ChatGPT, so I'm very satisfied! What I felt after reading this answer is that "wildfires" and "harmful high prices during a recessiion" picked up on the top page, both of them are almost "man-made disasters". I thought we need to take this reality seriously.
I'm sorry. This time, I derailed a lot from the topic of "Break Time". Please forgive me.
(written on March 24'25)
✝５：Editor's Notes
I'm sorry every time, but also this time, due to my poor poor condition, the upload was delayed. I'm sorry・・・↓。
As mentioned above,when we look at the world situation, also this year will be a difficult year from all aspects, I feel so.
As for me, just pray for a peaceful life for everyone in the world.
Divisions between the rich and the poor, religious divisions, racial divisions, and geopolitical divisions. etc., are accelerating in various aspects, and the conflict seems to be deepening.
In such situatiions, it's necessary for us Christians to work harder towards the "propagation of the gospel". Let's do our best together!!
And let's live a godly life together, also this year!!
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(written on March 25'24)
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