He has shown all you people what is good.
And what does the LORD require of you?
To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly before your God.
- Micah 6:8And what does the LORD require of you?
To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly before your God.
A Christ-Centred Response to Migrants and Refugees in Malaysia
Posted on 29 November 2009 by Alice Nah
“The Lord watches over the alien and sustains the fatherless and the widow, but he frustrates the way of the wicked.” (Psalm 146:9, NIV)
There is great suffering, despair and anxiety amongst many migrants and refugees in Malaysia. Often this is hidden, even though they are a visible part of…
Of Heroes & Heroism
Posted on 07 July 2009 by Alice Nah
There has been a lot of talk of late about ‘heroes’. It has been a like a whirlwind occurring around me, and changes in weather always make you reconsider if what you are wearing is sufficient and suitable for what will follow.
For the longest time, I have held three…
Citizens Reborn: Maturing In Civil Engagement
Posted on 02 March 2009 by Alice Nah
Only a short time ago, many Malaysians took comfort in remaining “apolitical”. Those without affiliation to political parties and who felt estranged from politicians preferred to leave the work of governance to others. It is different now.
Malaysians — across ethnic groups, class divisions, religious affiliations and age differences —…
Overcoming Loneliness, Loving One Another
Posted on 05 January 2009 by Alice Nah
We, who live in cities, are rarely alone. The streets throng with people. Our mobile phones and email accounts keep us within reach. We have spoken to thousands of people over the years. Yet, many of us struggle with loneliness. David too cried out, “Turn Yourself to me, and have…
Malaysia, My Refuge
Posted on 29 December 2008 by Alice Nah
There are an estimated 100,000 asylum seekers and refugees in Malaysia. Around 80-90 percent of them are from Burma (Myanmar). They flee from persecution and conflict in their own country. Many have suffered torture or violence because of their religious beliefs, ethnic identity, nationality, political opinion or membership of a…
Orphans of God
Posted on 01 December 2008 by Alice Nah
Today is World Aids Day.
World Vision Malaysia has been consistently helping people to be aware of the plight of those affected, especially children through the One Life Revolution.
When I watched and listened to the video above, I couldn’t hold back the tears. Memories of the stories my…
The Discipline Of Waiting
Posted on 22 September 2008 by Alice Nah
Waiting is one of the ways in which God teaches us valuable lessons. It is not my favourite mode of instruction, as I am, by nature, quite impatient. It is due to this, more than any other reason, that I able to examine, in excruciating detail, the texture of waiting…
Anticipating Change – The Day Before September 16
Posted on 15 September 2008 by Alice Nah
Today feels like the pause before the unfolding of an important event – like the breath we hold just before diving into fresh waters, or the butterflies we feel in our stomach before making a new commitment, or the prayer we whisper quickly before starting a speech in front of…
Everyday Heroes, Perfect Strangers
Posted on 07 August 2008 by Alice Nah
What is remarkable about the social world is the way our lives entwine – you and I, he and she, they and them – often unexpectedly.
We cannot help but have an impact on the lives of others. Similarly, we cannot help but feel the influence of others upon our…
RELA Raids: Futile Exercises of Power that Further Traumatize Refugees
Posted on 14 May 2008 by Alice Nah
May is terrified. A RELA (Ikatan Relawan Rakyat, Malaysian Volunteers Corps) raid is happening around her. They are storming down corridors, shouting at residents to demand entry, threatening to cut the locks. She just got back from the border after months in a detention centre. When she was deported to…
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