Written by Roger D. Campbell We marvel that Jesus never once violated God’s will, though He was tempted in every manner that we are (Hebrews 4:15). How was it possible for Him to live a sinless life? His commitment to do the Father’s will in all places at all times was one of the keys. […]
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Written by Eng Kim Leng Author and finisher, two simple words but with profound significance. Why do we need to understand that Jesus is the author and finisher of our faith? I can think of the following reasons to make our faith in Him sure and secured: 1) It gives us confidence that our faith is
Written by Roger D. Campbell Marriage is a one-of-a-kind relationship. When a child of God is married to a person who is not a member of the church, that makes for a special dynamic which can be extremely challenging. Some who are in a mixed marriage (one spouse is a Christian and one is not)
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Written by Chad Dollahite It is this writer’s studied opinion that authority is perhaps the single most important matter for those seeking to please God. A misuse or misunderstanding of authority inevitably causes a series of successive errors in spiritual matters. Thus, it behooves the would-be follower of God to study authority and ensure he
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Written by Nathanael Goh About a month ago, the youth and a few young adults from our congregations had the privilege of visiting the Ipoh congregation for a short yet memorable trip. Our purpose went beyond a casual visit—we sought to deepen our understanding of Christian care and fellowship, and to serve alongside our brethren,
Written by Roger D. Campbell “Tell me, you who desire to be under the law, do you not hear the law?” (Galatians 4:21). Some first century Christians were still trying to follow the old law, and some even sought to be justified by it (5:4). With that in mind, the Spirit guided Paul to remind the churches of
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Written by Eng Kim Leng It was only a week earlier that sis Margaret and I met in Malacca during the CABL lectureship. We were so glad to see each other, and I had a few photos of her taken along with her granddaughter Meera. We spoke fondly about her plans to relocate to KL
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Written by Chad Dollahite God established and ordained three earthly institutions – government (Romans 13:1-7), the home (Genesis 2:18-24; Matthew 19:4-6), and the church (Matthew 16:18; Acts 20:28; 1 Peter 2:5-10). Of those three institutions, the home is the oldest (on earth, at least, since the church is, in one sense, eternal – Ephesians 3:10,11). The home is critical
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Written by Roger D. Campbell If today has felt like a really bad day, there is great news that can help lift your spirits. What is that news? God’s grace is wonderful. It really is. In the New Testament, the word “grace” is from a Greek word (“χάρις/charis”) which means “good will, loving-kindness, favour” [Thayer, word no. 5485
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Written by Eng Kim Leng This world can be a difficult one to live in; it has its share of sorrows, hardships, toil and other challenges. Amidst these difficulties, we take to heart that we have a God who understands and provides for us, helping us to overcome and be victorious. Our God, who has
