Written in 1982 about the sacrifices of the pioneer leaders. Music: Wah Lok, Lyrics: Wah Lok and Yuen Woh

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The song "Approved in Every Way" was written in 1982. I was 22 years old then. The song was specially written for Full Gospel Tabernacle's (FGT) annual camp in Cameron Highlands. I can vividly remember writing the music and scribbling on a piece of paper the draft lyrics of the song and passing it to Pas. Voon Yuen Woh. Pas. Voon rewrote part of the lyrics and this song was introduced to the church for our camp. It a became an instant hit.

There were only about 30 people in FGT at that time. Most of the church leaders were in their 20's and were considered young and inexperienced. However, there was something common among all of them. They all knew how to sacrifice and serve the Lord with all their hearts. So this song reflected the hearts of the pioneers of the church.

I want to be Your servant Lord,
To serve You each and every day
I want to give my best to You
Approved in every way

Chorus:-
Make my life a living sacrifice
The way you want me to be
To serve You with all my heart
Whatever the cost to me
Take me, break me, mould me, Lord
As the Potter shapes the clay
Pleasing You in all I do
Approved in every way.

I'll stand before Your righteous throne
To hear "Thou good and faithful one"
"Well done" from the Master's lips
Approved in every way.