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opportunity for a spiritual revival

In this book, the author writes that we need a ‘spiritual revolution’ not ‘political action...;

Funny that this book discusses about the evolution of the ‘campus’ or ‘university’ as the original place for spiritual ‘revival’ because I am writing this during the second wave of lock-down in Melbourne and one of many citizens or humans  renewing my hope and faith in God.

This book has been staring at me over the last few days as it lies dormant for five years since I first received this copy during my early years at university.

I had a few insights and impressions as I am almost finished the first chapter:

Christian life like ‘vanilla extract’ rather than being the ‘salt and the light’:

The Bible shares of the radical transformation and gifts we receive when we become a Christian - led by the Holy Spirit, as we move and live our every day life at our office workplaces, farms, factories. We essentially are missionaries every we go, every conversation we have on the train or place, our connection with our next door neighbours...

Here we have an opportunity to bond, connect and love as Jesus and God loves us to God’s created peoples. We show a different kind of love. *note: I was not brought up with biblical principles of being, living and seeing but this is one of the main things I discovered when I am fully surrender and my compass is aligned and led by the Holy Spirit.

What has it turned to in the 21st century?

We are lacking spiritual vitality in ourselves, our homes and in our communities.

The author puts it bluntly - we have made Christianity/Jesus boring.

How does it look like for everyday citizens at work, at the shopping malls and at public places?

The author puts it like (paraphrased): being comfortable in work, earning money to follow the mainstream American dream and maintain a few prayers and church visits in one’s family to portray the good ‘Christian’ identity.

Hence the ‘vanilla extract’ is a great metaphor to describe this lifestyle. 

Impotence

I must admit, I have fallen into many periods of ‘impotence’ - a spiritual lethargy as you can describe it. I have felt overwhelmed, stuck and helpless to practice and take actions when I know that I can do more with my gifts God has given to me. *Remember the Great Commission in the Bible.

Diseases to the flesh:

Lust, sex and pornography

Materialism

Basically anything that yearns for something over God (our weak flesh).

I must admit, this is a revelation for me that I have been weak to many of this. 

I know I can do more.

Why is this important?

God seems to love humanity so much that He wants seekers to turn into missionaries, movers and shakers. How else is the Christian religion still brought unto today?

There must have been many awakenings in the past era where the Holy Spirit was active and leading pastors, chaplains, schools. Essentially anyone who listened to God and the Holy Spirit to act on God’s call.

I share in my faith that God wants us to continue His good work and that this uncertain pandemic lies opportunity to renew our spiritual desires to feed on God’s spiritual food to re-direct our minds and spirit to God’s big mission. 

It is the most adventuring and endearing mission you will ever embark on. 

C.S Lewis was right when he said there is no ‘middle-ground’ to being a Christian. You either are not a Christian or are a Christian. *my understanding is your lifestyle shows you are a Christian. 

I am weak but I know in the past I was used by God and here I am again five years later, fasting and delving into the Bible, re-learning and re-building my foundations.

Let’s go.

[jordanescusa]

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[jamelaloui]

ITU World Radiocommunication Seminar 2020 (WRS-20) is live.

ITU  is organizing this week the World Radiocommunication Seminars (WRS) which are free, open, learning-oriented webinars. You will learn about the history of ITU Radiocommunication Sector, structure, study groups & hot topics covered. Also get an overview of the regulatory framework for terrestrial and space radiocommunication services including frequency allocations, software & tools. You could check the programme here Please (https://www.itu.int/en/ITU-R/seminars/wrs/2020/Documents/Programme%20for%20Online%20WRS20%20R2.pdf), secure your place by registering here (https://www.itu.int/en/myitu/Events/2020/10/15/14/48/ITU-WRS-2020). 

New publications and data:- Facts and Figures 2020 - Measuring Digital Development (https://www.itu.int/en/myitu/Publications/2020/11/30/09/32/Measuring-digital-development-2020).- Radio Regulations 2020 (https://www.itu.int/en/myitu/Publications/2020/09/02/14/23/Radio-Regulations-2020).- Digital Skills Insight 2020 (https://academy.itu.int/sites/default/files/media2/file/Digital%20Skills%20Insights%202020.pdf).- Digital Skills Assessment Guidebook (https://www.itu.int/en/myitu/Publications/2020/06/19/06/50/Digital-Skills-Assessment-Guidebook).

ITU Kaleidoscope academic conference 2020. Less than one week to go. 7 December-11 December 2020. Organized by ITU and co-sponsored by IEEE and IEEE ComSoc, and supported by IEEE TEMS, the event will focus on Industry-driven digital transformation, looking into the Fourth Industrial Revolution – with data analytics at its core – which relies on progress in fields such as AI and machine learning, cyber-physical systems, virtual simulation, digital twins, augmented reality, and 5G and future networks. Register here (https://www.itu.int/en/ITU-T/academia/kaleidoscope/2020/Pages/default.aspx). You will have an opportunity to learn from experts from all over the world and also meet them online through networking opportunities. This year’s conference programme spans over 5 days with sessions ongoing for 3 hours per day and includes - 21 presentations of in depth, original, scientific research- 4 keynote speeches- 2 special panels- a video demonstration- a wide range of networking opportunities to enjoy 

AI4GOOD materials. AI for Good webinars may be of interest to you. All past events were recorded. You could watch it now and learn about latest trends in AI. The best way is to look at the Summit calendar and select the ‘all events’ filter which will show you all past, current and planned sessions. Each calendar item has the full description of the session, speaker list and link to the recording. Here is the direct link to the full calendar view: https://aiforgood.itu.int/programme-2020. Some highlighted videos are below: - ACM Keynote: New Ways of Thinking of the Mobile Phone for Healthcare and the current Pandemic (https://aiforgood.itu.int/events/acm-keynote-new-ways-of-thinking-of-the-mobile-phone-for-healthcare-and-the-current-pandemic/).- Breakthrough Days: Collective Pandemic Intelligence (https://aiforgood.itu.int/events/collective-pandemic-intelligence-breakthrough/).- AI Safety & Ethics for Self-Driving – Introducing The Molly Problem (https://aiforgood.itu.int/events/ai-safety-ethics-for-self-driving-introducing-the-molly-problem/).- Keeping our Children Safe with AI (https://aiforgood.itu.int/events/keeping-our-children-safe-with-ai/).- Microsoft’s contribution to a green recovery (https://aiforgood.itu.int/events/microsofts-contribution-to-a-green-recovery/).- AI in Aviation (https://aiforgood.itu.int/events/ai-in-aviation/).

The ITU Journal on Future and Evolving Technologies. This publication builds bridges between disciplines, connects theory with application, and stimulates international dialogue. Its interdisciplinary approach reflects ITU’s comprehensive field of interest and explores the convergence of ICT with other disciplines. The ITU Journal welcomes submissions at any time, on any topic within its scope.​​​  Find out more information here (https://www.itu.int/en/journal/j-fet/Pages/default.aspx). Call for submission for 4 special issues: - In​ternet of Bio-Nano Things for health applications https://www.itu.int/en/journal/j-fet/2021/001/Pages/default.aspx (Deadline for submission: 22 January 2021)-  Internet of Everything https://www.itu.int/en/journal/j-fet/2021/002/Pages/default.aspx​​​ (Deadline for subm​ission: 1 February 2021)​- Terahertz communications https://www.itu.int/en/journal/j-fet/2021/003/Pages/default.aspx​ (Deadline for submission: 8 February 2021)- Wireless communication systems in beyond 5G era https://www.itu.int/en/journal/j-fet/2021/004/Pages/default.aspx (Deadline for submission: 15 February 2021)

Share with students and empower them as young leaders. Generation Connect gives young people a voice and the opportunity to be empowered, engaged and to participate to advance the global digital development agenda for present and future generations. Please, do share this initiative with students and also invite them to join the Generation Connect Visionaries Board (https://www.itu.int/generationconnect/generation-connect-visionaries-board/). The application is open until 6th December here (https://www.itu.int/generationconnect/generation-connect-visionaries-board/).

News from ITU Academia members: If you have any news to share with your Academia community, including any calls for partners, please, let us know.

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