As we come to the end of the 2008, Let us reflect upon all the things that have happened this year, whether good or bad. We may not understand why God allow certain things to happen but we can be sure that everything is of God's perfect plan. As for the good things, we can only stand in awe of God and thank Him.
"God has plans for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you. Plans to give you a hope and a future" Jeremiah 29:11
That verse is an all time favorite verse for me as I know and is certain that everything that happened is of God's plan and He never meant to hurt me. Do you believe that God has good plans for you? Through our faith in Jesus as Lord and Savior, we become heirs to God's kingdom (Romans 8:17). The details of our inheritance are found in the Bible, which is God's "will" and testament to us. It was ratified by Christ's death (the testator). As heirs, we can claim this inheritance in Christ today. We don't have to wait until we die to receive the good things God has for us.
God has given us the Holy Spirit to teach us what is in the will for us – the things He "has freely given to us." As we read the Bible, the Holy Spirit will quicken our minds and understanding to the spiritual truths in it. Apart from God, nobody can fully understand or know God's plans for us. However, since we have God's Spirit living in us, we can know and understand His plans for us!
If we listen to the Spirit and read the Bible, we'll know how to best enjoy the things that God has freely given us. God's blessings are to be enjoyed both now and in eternity by those who love Him. This doesn't mean that our lives are going to be trouble-free and painless. As Jesus explained to His disciples, "I have told you these things, so that in Me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world" (John 16:33). As we experience trouble in the world, we can fix our eyes on eternal perspectives. The troubles and trials we go through now will help build character, patience and perseverance that will help us complete His mission for our lives.
As we celebrate Christmas, lets rejoice because we know that we are in good hands, the hands of the Almighty God!
Look forward to!:
A brand new 2009! Detonate will be in for new wave:):) Will you be there to catch the tide?
This Week @ Detonate:
We thank God for the great REVIVAL MEETING we had on last sunday! With this fresh fire that God has deposited with Detonate, let's start with casting our visions to the type of catch we wanna hold onto! Be there at 430pm sharp and your expectant hearts O ye people:):) It's VISION CASTING Saturday!
Prayers from the Body:
Do keep Brother Darren and Sister Jia Ling in prayers as they continue to trust God for healing for their mother. God has kept them thus far, and we wanna thank God for His faithfulness. We know God is in overall control, and He is in full knowledge of each and everyone in the entire family. Let's stand together with them in this time of trying period and be such a support to them, that they may be filled with joy and courage.
Thank You Lord for keeping this ministry. We pray that in all our ways, deeds, and words Detonate will grow to honour You. Remember Your people and Your promises O Lord! Make us fruitful we pray:)
Pastor Bryan shared a simple but important message about "mindsets" on Saturday. Especially as we edge towards the revival meeting and the year end, it is important that we recognise and remove the negative mindsets like fear, sin and doubts that have hindered us from growing. Only then can we as a ministry revive spiritually in the new year.
5Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry. 6Because of these, the wrath of God is coming.[b]7You used to walk in these ways, in the life you once lived. 8But now you must rid yourselves of all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips. 9Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices 10and have put on the new self, which is being renewed in knowledge in the image of its Creator.
Colossians 3:5-10
As Christians our "old self" (evil desire lurking in our members) is buried in baptism, and God resurrects us to live in "newness of life" (Romans 6:4). This newness of life is exponentially better than life in our old sinful habits. Yet too many of us fail to experience the new life Jesus bought for us. We find that our old ways are easy to fall back into, and our newness of life seems to be choked out by our old self. We're saved, yet settle for "carnal Christianity," which makes it hard to distinguish our lives from those of the world.
We shouldn't be surprised when people ask us, "Why do I need Jesus? You call yourself a Christian, but your life is no different from mine!" Ouch! God didn't intend for us to live that way. Living a transformed life IS possible and we CAN become like Jesus.
The newness of life starts with killing the old self, repeatedly and faithfully. We don't have to gut this out on our own. God, in his wonderful grace, promises to help us do this through the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:11,13). He won't do it for us, but He will join us when we step out in obedience. Arm yourself with the truth from the Word to help you discern sin's lies. Colossians 3:16 says, "Let the Word of Christ have its home [in your hearts and minds] and dwell in you in richness" The Word re-tunes our sensitivity to right and wrong, and revitalizes our spirit. When it permeates our thoughts, the subtle moves of the old self are brought to light. As we look forward to the revival meeting, let's await that day with expectations and preparing ourselves to receive from God. Lets always keep our ministry in prayer. Detonate ministry will be a revived ministry in 2009!
Look forward to!:
Pray and keep watch about our revival meeting on the 21st Dec, Sunday at 5pm sharp! Do remember to call on those who have not been with us for awhile and make this day a day to remember the rest of our lives:)
This Week @ Detonate:
Our Senior Pastor, Pastor Alfred will be here to challenge and prepare our hearts for the upcoming revival meeting! Casting aside our mindsets, we wanna go in the same spirit with the entire ministry to prepare ourselves for the end of year revival challenge. We cant just sit there and wait! So cya at 430pm sharp for a time of prayer and worship:):)
Prayers from the Body:
Do keep Brother Darren and Sister Jia Ling in prayers as they continue to trust God for healing for their mother. God has kept them thus far, and we wanna thank God for His faithfulness. We know God is in overall control, and He is in full knowledge of each and everyone in the entire family. Let's stand together with them in this time of trying period and be such a support to them, that they may be filled with joy and courage.
We thank God for His faithfulness over our uni students we have braved through the fiery fire of exams! Now its our poly students preparing for their exams before they break off for christmas! keep persevering in your studies and revision and give your best shot in all that you do and trust God:)
Prayer is a simple activity that involves making requests of God in a humble manner. Earnest prayer adds emphasis of passion and intensity of our request. As we follow God and attend to the business of His kingdom, our desires will naturally gravitate to the needs of that kingdom. Examples include salvation of the lost, healing of the sick, growth & edification of the body of Christ, and bringing glory to God.
40Then he returned to his disciples and found them sleeping. "Could you men not keep watch with me for one hour?" he asked Peter. 41"Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the body is weak." Matthew 26
Jesus called attention to our need to be watchful in prayer. He was amazed that his closest disciples could not watch and pray for even one hour while He contemplated the greatest move of God in history. We can heed His call by being aware of the times, looking for where God's hand is moving in the situations around us and praying that His will be done. This importance of our prayer becomes especially clear when we consider that each of us are placed in totally unique situations that no other Christian may be in. It may be that God has placed us there for the express purpose that we will pray his will be done so that his kingdom objectives will be accomplished.
Similarly, God is calling each of us to pray for the situations we are in every day. We need not offer elaborate prayers of King James English to invoke God's intervention. Rather, we can keep it very simple and ask God to intervene for the purposes of His kingdom. For example, our prayer could be "Lord please grant her salvation," or, "Father, please heal him." Being persistent with such requests doesn't mean we have to repeat our requests like a chant or mantra. It may simply be to keep the request at the forefront of our thoughts as we praise God and worship him during our prayers, inviting him to intervene. It may be that another person like Peter has been imprisoned and chained (literally or figuratively) and is at a critical point of life. Our earnest prayers may be the critical factor required for God's intervention and deliverance of that person.
Look forward to!:
We are heading to a brand new year in 2009! Come, join us with hearts as One. Watch what God is working in our midst!
This Week @ Detonate:
To wrap up our Discipleship studies this year, we will be closing the series by having Brother Weston here with us! May God show us the principle with applying the 9 qualities of the Fruit of the Spirit! So cya all at 430pm sharp as we seek God's face in time of prayer and worship:)
Prayers from the Body:
Do keep Brother Darren and Sister Jia Ling in prayers as they continue to trust God for healing for their mother. God has kept them thus far, and we wanna thank God for His faithfulness. We know God is in overall control, and He is in full knowledge of each and everyone in the entire family. Let's stand together with them in this time of trying period and be such a support to them, that they may be filled with joy and courage.
Do pray for our uni students as they persevere through their exams. They do require alot of grace in this time as they need to strike a balance in other responsibilities as well. We know God is faithful, and He is our helper. So brace yourselves as you honour Him with your diligence, continuing to trust in Him. For He will not abandon you, nor forsake you:)
Let's remember our brothers and sisters who are far away from home in their respective places for work or school or training. We know God is all-present, and He is with us wherever we are. It is not an easy journey to walk without the close proximity of loved ones and friends, but we know for sure the presence of God goes with them:) Do pray for good health and strength over their lives and we hope to see you soon!
As a child of God, we are all called to a body of Christ to reside; that is the local church we are in. And there is no denial that there are many influences that compete to draw us away from the local church. With the advent of many excellent television ministries, we can be tempted to simply feed on the teaching they offer, while forsaking our relationship with the local church. The convenience of not having to dress up and go out can be tempting, especially if we stayed up late the night before, or have some projects we'd like to get started on (while we're watching TV).
Another trap that may caught us into is "church shopping." It is linked to the customer service mentality of the business world. This mentality can cause us to come to church expecting to be entertained…i.e. a powerful sermon, electrifying music, perfect climate control and comfortable pews. If the church fails to meet our expectations in any area, we can always go to the next church down the street and see what they're up to. Such "church-shopping" is a dangerous and unhealthy disease that can distract us from the most important reason for going to church – to worship God. Under the guise of finding the church "where God wants us to be," we can easily deceive ourselves (and others) about what we're really looking for.
"And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another--and all the more as you see the Day approaching"
Hebrews 10:24-25
One of the basic benefits of plugging into the right church is that we can give and receive encouragement, comfort and strength. As Paul explained, this occurs through the use of the spiritual gifts that God has given each of us. Since God gifts each person differently, meeting as a group provides a wonderful variety of gifts that meet the needs of the people present. Those who miss out going to the church will miss out on the benefit of the spiritual gifts that they desperately need (whether they know it or not). Like a beautiful tapestry, the assembled church with their gifts reflects the very glory of God.
There is no perfect church, because there are no perfect people. If you are striving to walk in purity you will need encouragement along the way from people who share your commitment to Christ. Take part in your church today. Be part of the Body.
Look forward to:
We are heading to a brand new year in 2009! Come, join us with hearts as One. Watch what God is working in our midst!
This week @ Detonate:
It's an exciting weekend this saturday! We will be screening 'Facing The Giants' for service this sat! Trust me, there is more to meet the eye than just simply a movie. See how the subtext of this show can turn your attitudes and perspectives in life. So cya all at 430pmsharp as we seek God's face in time of prayer and worship:) I'm excited! Check out the trailer below to get a quick glance at the show!
Prayers from the Body:
Do keep Brother Darren and Sister Jia Ling in prayers as they continue to trust God for healing for their mother. God has kept them thus far, and we wanna thank God for His faithfulness. We know God is in overall control, and He is in full knowledge of each and everyone in the entire family. Let's stand together with them in this time of trying period and be such a support to them, that they may be filled with joy and courage.
Do be effort-ful in remembering our Os and As students who are facing this immerse stressful period of examinations and studies.It's coming to an end for many and we praise God that He has walk you through! Do pray for our uni students as they start their examinations. They do require alot of grace in this time as they need to strike a balance in other responsibilities. We know God is faithful, and He is our helper. So brace yourselves as you honour Him with your diligence, continuing to trust in Him. For He will not abandon you, nor forsake you:)
Let's remember our brothers and sisters who are far away from home in their respective places for work or school or training. We know God is all-present, and He is with us wherever we are. It is not an easy journey to walk without the close proximity of lvoed ones and friends, but we know for sure the presence of God goes with them:) Do pray for good health and strength over their lives and we hope to see you soon!
If you have been following our weekly newsletter since May 2007 (from emails to our blogspot), you would have realise the title of this week's post sounds familiar.
'..being strengthened with all power according to His glorious might so that you may have great endurance and patience, and joyfully giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified you to share in the inheritance of the saints in the kingdom of light.'
Colossians 1:11-12
Why, sometimes Christians look more dead than their non-believing friends! We were called to freedom, but we seem to be in much bondage eh? Go look at yourself in the mirror. Is your face glowing?
What is your attitude when you need to face stress, problems, deadlines? Do we drag our feets? Do we take hard time trying to get ourselves outta bed? We have a hope. That is the power of God vested in each and everyone of us. What do you want for yourself? A defeated son of God? Or a victorious son of God?
Now, take a conscious effort in noticing our own attitudes when we have to do something we dislike or find it hard to do. Whether you are all hyped up or emo-ing about it, it's okay! There's always room for improvement. Tap on the power of God. Ask Him to give you that power to win over your cicumstances.
Even for our ministry, let's prepare for a fresh start in 2009. We will not look back like Lot's wife and dwell upon what we once have. We are going to look forward with the power of God, and it will be a time of life-changing experience. Rise up people of Detonate!The time has come for us to take what is ours, given by God. We don't want to be sweeped over by the raging seas nor the rolling storms. Lift up your heads!
Look forward to!:
We are heading to a brand new year in 2009! Come, join us with hearts as One. Watch what God is working in our midst!
This Week @ Detonate:
We have been very blessed by him every time he comes to share with us God's Word. Likewise this week, Pastor Glenn Lim will be here again with us to share from the heart of God to dig deeper in to God's Word:) And be inspired by how God can use him to touch your life:) Cya all at 4.30pm sharp as we seek God as one ministry, as one unified Detonate standing back to back with one another in this spiritual battle:)) We believe He will be here.
Prayers from the Body:
Do keep Brother Darren and Sister Jia Ling in prayers as they continue to trust God for healing for their mother. God has kept them thus far, and we wanna thank God for His faithfulness. We know God is in overall control, and He is in full knowledge of each and everyone in the entire family. Let's stand together with them in this time of trying period and be such a support to them, that they may be filled with joy and courage.
Do be effort-ful in remembering our Os and As students who are facing this immerse stressful period of examinations and studies. We know God is faithful, and He is our helper. So brace yourselves as you honour Him with your diligence, continuing to trust in Him. For He will not abandon you, nor forsake you:)
Gaining freedom from bondage to sin is usually not an easy or quick task. It requires that we work in partnership with the Holy Spirit in overcoming the various aspects of the bondage. The best way I know of to get in tune with the Holy Spirit is to have a daily quiet time with the Lord, including Bible study, prayer, praise and worship.
"How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word. I seek you with all my heart; do not let me stray from your commands. I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you. Praise be to you, O LORD; teach me your decrees. With my lips I recount all the laws that come from your mouth. I rejoice in following your statutes as one rejoices in great riches. I meditate on your precepts and consider your ways. I delight in your decrees; I will not neglect your word."
Psalm 119:9-16 NIV
The Bible has everything we need to know about God, living for God and overcoming sin. It gives us many examples of how to follow God and how to avoid the many possible pitfalls in life. King David had a firm grip on God's word and its importance to a pure walk with God. Specifically, David said that purity will stem from:
Living according to God's word and delighting in it
Seeking God with all our heart
Hiding God's word in our heart (learn it, study it, memorize it)
Praising God and speaking his word
Rejoicing in obedience to God's commands
Meditating on God's word and considering His ways
If we're not meeting with God to do the above things, our hopes of living in purity will not be realized. Without the daily input of God's word in our life, we will gradually be overrun by the world's desires and the corruption of the lusts within our heart.
This Week @ Detonate:
Discipleship Group Session:):) We are onto part TWO of our final quality of the Fruit of the Spirit! Thank you all for being so faithful in learning His Word! May you through this opportunity began to mold and build your character, bearing the FRUIT! Cya all at 4.30pm sharp as we seek God as one ministry, as one unified Detonate standing back to back with one another in this spiritual battle:)) We believe He will be here. NOTE All band members kindly stay behind for a session after service. Please do inform Brother Alex or Lionel if you are unable to make it to arrange for alternatives. THANK YOU!
Prayers from the Body:
Do keep Brother Darren and Sister Jia Ling in prayers as they continue to trust God for healing for their mother. God has kept them thus far, and we wanna thank God for His faithfulness. We know God is in overall control, and He is in full knowledge of each and everyone in the entire family. Let's stand together with them in this time of trying period and be such a support to them, that they may be filled with joy and courage.
Do be effort-ful in remembering our Os and As students who are facing this immerse stressful period of examinations and studies. We know God is faithful, and He is our helper. So brace yourselves as you honour Him with your diligence, continuing to trust in Him. For He will not abandon you, nor forsake you:)
Let's be our brother's keeper! Brother Jowill is undergoing alot of stress in dealing with his lodging issue. Let's pray that God will intervene in this situation and be His solution. God be His peace that will reign in his heart, to know that a child of God will never got to worry about his tomorrow because He holds our hands.
We have been so socially gracious whenever we receive a comment from people whom recognise our talents and gifts. But don't we all take pride in the good and best that God has place in us?
'But just as you excel in everything - in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in complete earnestness and in your love for us - see that you also excel in this grace of giving.' 2 Corinthians 8:7
Some of you have probably recognise your talents. That's awesome! But probably some of you are still uncertain of what you do best. But one thing I do know: Each of you have one thing that you are good at. Be it known or unknown, God has bless us with gifts because He gives good gifts to His children. But we seem to forget on alot of occasions that God the Father is the One who gives us, according to His portion of grace, the ability to excel in certain areas. Could that be our carelessness, then, to use the gifts for His kingdom?
Most churches reflect the popular notion that only 20% of the church is serving the 80%. What a pity! God's intention is having each and everyone of the Body of Christ to manifest their talents to serve one another. The worst thing that could happen, is the 80% comments on how poorly the service offered by this 20% has done, but yet sometimes refuse to do anything about it. My concern here is not to criticise the 80%, but simply to raise awareness about the 20%. These people gave their best, their time and efforts to serve God. Not to say they are looking for men's praises, but sometimes it can get rather saddening to hear awful comments from those who do verbal services, but no action at all. It seems easier to say than to do. But sometimes going the extra mile to appreciate and care for those who have been serving unconditionally and share the burdens is an answer to a prayer of need.
Will you be willing to roll up your sleeves and get into the field? Sometimes our selfishness to care for ourselves means more burdens laid upon those who are serving faithfully. If we could all be in the grace of giving of ourselves, then we'll make serving one another more meaningful and exciting. I do hope we don't take this 20% for granted by assuming they will do it all. Do you know if they have prayers of needs that are unmet because fellow christians chose to be tight-fisted with their talents? Let's work towards a church where 100% serves 100%!
Look forward to!:
As mentioned by Pastor, 21-22 November will be the dates for FIRE CONFERENCE '08. Youth attendance costs will be $40 (half price!!!) but there are sponsorships available. Kindly approach Pastor or Brother Zen by this weekend if you intend to go for them to make arrangements and registration. Inquiries are welcome too:):):)
VIETNAM mission trip! Thank you for all of you who have taken this courageous step of faith to answer to the call that Jesus has made to us. Registration will close this weekend so please do approach pastor or uncle chris chew soon soon! It will be from the 4th to 9th decemeber, to Hanoi Vietnam.
This Week @ Detonate:
We have been very blessed by him every time he comes to share with us God's Word. Likewise this week, Pastor Glenn Lim will be here again with us to share from the heart of God to dig deeper in to God's Word:) And be inspired by how God can use him to touch your life:)Cya all at 4.30pm sharp as we seek God as one ministry, as one unified Detonate standing back to back with one another in this spiritual battle:)) We believe He will be here.
Prayers from the Body:
Do keep Brother Darren and Sister Jia Ling in prayers as they continue to trust God for healing for their mother. God has kept them thus far, and we wanna thank God for His faithfulness. We know God is in overall control, and He is in full knowledge of each and everyone in the entire family. Let's stand together with them in this time of trying period and be such a support to them, that they may be filled with joy and courage. Welcome back to school for our poly students! it may not be the day that you most look forward to, but joy comes beyond the circumstance. May our gracious God renew you for a brand new semester as you choose to honour Him with your diligence. Do give an encouraging hand to our O and A level students who are focusing their energies in this period of preparatory work. We love you guys!
Do remember our NS brothers (Joshua, Yu Po, Matthew, Ziyao, Josiah, Ian) who are undergoing their trainings in various ways. May the presence of God oversee and protect them as they go through their activites and under their authorities. Pray also that they will stand strong on God's promises for them and be a living testimony that draws men to Jesus! Strive on brothers!
How often do you go to God with requests in your prayer times? How often do you simply offer thanks to God for whatever you can think of? Is our prayer times used to be filled with requests for God to do things for me and for others? While reading the Psalms, let's take a different route in prayer by starting out each day thanking God for whatever you could think of. You will discover that there are more things to be thankful for than you ever realized before. You will also discover that looking for what you can be thankful for increases your own sensitivity and recognition of God's hand in the situations of your life.
1 Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever. 2 Let the redeemed of the LORD say this— those he redeemed from the hand of the foe, 8 Let them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love and his wonderful deeds for men, 9 for he satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things.
Psalms 107
This Psalm reveals a particular aspect of God that we can all be thankful for. God "satisfies the longing soul and fills the hungry soul with goodness." That is an awesome statement, isn't it? How many times have we tried to fill the longings of our soul with wealth, or knowledge, or success in our school or work? Those things will never bring fulfillment because our hunger is a spiritual need that only God can satisfy. Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good. He has redeemed us from the hand of the enemy and fills our soul with goodness!
Questions for further thought:
What does it mean to make sacrifices of thanksgiving? How much time have you spent thanking God each day during your quiet times? What can you do to incorporate giving thanks during your quiet times? Take a moment to jot down all the things you can thank God for today.
Look forward to!:
As mentioned by Pastor, 21-22 November will be the dates for FIRE CONFERENCE '08. All those who have registered kindly approach Brother Zen for any information needed. Those who did not sign up, you are utmostly welcome to join the night healing rallies (it's FREE!).
This Week @ Detonate:
Thank you guys for persevering till this far! We are onto our very last quality of the Fruit of the Holy Spirit in our Discipleship Group Session:) I do hope you have drawn something out of this entire series and may it shape you accordingly in the various aspects that you have learnt. Cya all at4.30pm sharp as we seek God as one ministry, as one unified Detonate standing back to back with one another in this spiritual battle:)) We believe He will be here.
Prayers From the Body:
Do keep Brother Darren and Sister Jia Ling in prayers as they continue to trust God for healing for their mother. God has kept them thus far, and we wanna thank God for His faithfulness. We know God is in overall control, and He is in full knowledge of each and everyone in the entire family. Let's stand together with them in this time of trying period and be such a support to them, that they may be filled with joy and courage.
Welcome back to school for our poly students! it may not be the day that you most look forward to, but joy comes beyond the circumstance. May our gracious God renew you for a brand new semester as you choose to honour Him with your diligence. Do give an encouraging hand to our O and A level students who are focusing their energies in this period of preparatory work. We love you guys!
Do remember our NS brothers (Joshua, Yu Po, Matthew, Ziyao, Josiah, Ian) who are undergoing their trainings in various ways. May the presence of God oversee and protect them as they go through their activites and under their authorities. Pray also that they will stand strong on God's promises for them and be a living testimony that draws men to Jesus! Strive on brothers!
15 I meditate on your precepts and consider your ways.
16 I delight in your decrees;
I will not neglect Your Word.
Psalm 119
As young people, we always look for things that are modern, up-to-date, and catchy. We know much more than the youths in our parents' generation, and we are exposed to the world. But, do we really know everything we need to?
Somehow, there is this lack of passion for God's Word in our generation. Probably it is the stigma that it is of the past, it is too literature and aren't interesting. So where do all the sharing on God's Word is living go to?
God's Word is living. It is real, and present to our needs and circumstance. It surpasses time and is steadfast to all generations. There is no single doubt to many that God's Word promises and gives hope. We are all hyped up when it comes to worship and fellowship. But do we come with the same passion when we seek God's Word? Or is it another time of boring religious teaching?
It is when we are young that God is able to mold and shape us. Since God's Word is living, we who read and hide it in our hearts will be filled with life. Our ways are guided by His ways, and our thoughts by His truth. Do you rejoice in following God's Word, like in verse 14? What attitudes do we come with when we discover His Word? It is when we come with a teachable spirit and an expectant heart that we will experience this life that He so promises through His Word.
Look forward to!:
As mentioned by Pastor, 21-22 November will be the dates for FIRE CONFERENCE '08. Youth attendance costs will be $40 (half price!!!) but there are sponsorships available. Kindly approach Pastor or Brother Zen by this weekend if you intend to go for them to make arrangements and registration. Inquiries are welcome too:):):)
This Week @ Detonate:
We have been very blessed by him every time he comes in our midst. Likewise this week, Pastor Glenn Lim will be here again with us to share from the heart of God to dig deeper in to God's Word:) And be inspired by how God can use him to touch youths:) Cya all at 4.30pm sharp as we seek God as one ministry, as one unified Detonate standing back to back with one another in this spiritual battle:)) We believe He will be here.
Prayers from the Body:
Wee(:(: We are filled with joy for Sister Jolene and Brother Jowill who has taken their step of baptism on Wednesday! Indeed, may this day be almost memorable to them as a mark of commitment to follow Jesus and His ways. And for those who aren't yet baptised, we do hope you will continue to grow in your relationship with God as you grow to know Him better:) Do keep Brother Darren and Sister Jia Ling in prayers as they continue to trust God for healing for their mother. God has kept them thus far, and we wanna thank God for His faithfulness. We know God is in overall control, and He is in full knowledge of each and everyone in the entire family. Let's stand together with them in this time of trying period and be such a support to them, that they may be filled with joy and courage.
While our poly students are enjoying the remaining days of their holidays, we wanna make an effort to pray for our secondary school students who are in the midst of their final year exams. We pray that God will grant them joy and strength to persevere through each day of preparatory work. Indeed, God will give them rest even as they put their hearts and soul to excel. Keep it going guys!
Do remember our NS brothers (Joshua, Yu Po, Matthew, Ziyao, Josiah, Ian) who are undergoing their trainings in various ways. May the presence of God oversee and protect them as they go through their activites and under their authorities. Pray also that they will stand strong on God's promises for them and be a living testimony that draws men to Jesus! Strive on brothers!
Waiting is something that all of us find it how to deal with. We don't like the long queues, the traffic jams, the bus coming late and many others. Sometimes even when our food comes late in the restaurant, we can't help but complain to one of the staff there.These are the common things that we faced each day.
There are also the harder waits: a childless couple waiting for a child; a single person waiting for a suitable life partner; a person who wants to be a doctor and even a student waiting for the release of results online.
What we wait for, however, is far less important then what God is doing while we wait. In such times He works in us to develop those hard-to-achieve spiritual virtues of meekness, kindness, and patience with others.But more importantly, we learn to lean on God alone and to rejoice and be glad in Him.
"Be patient, then, brothers, until the Lord's coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop and how patient he is for the autumn and spring rains."
James 5:7
F.B.Meyer said, "What a chapter might be written of God's delays! It is the mystery of the art of educating human spirits to the finest temper of which they are capable. What searchings of the Word of God, what upliftings of the souls... All these are associated with those weary days of waiting, which are, nevertheless, big with spiritual destiny." God stretches our patience to enlarge our soul!
Look forward to!:
As mentioned by Pastor, 21-22 November will be the dates for FIRE CONFERENCE '08. Youth attendance costs will be $40 (half price!!!) but there are sponsorships available. Kindly approach Pastor or Brother Zen asap if you intend to go for them to make arrangements and registration. Inquiries are welcome too:):):)
This Week @ Detonate:
Discipleship Group Session:):) we are into part 2 of our8th quality of learning the Fruit of the Spirit! We do hope you have been more developed and shaped by the Holy Spirit! Keep persevering as you allow God to strengthen the quality that He has given to everyone of you and make this opportunity life-changing:):) Cya all at 4.30pm sharp for an hour's time of intense worship and prayer as we seek God as one ministry, as one unified Detonate standing back to back with one another in this spiritual battle:)) We believe He will be here.
Prayers from the Body:
Wee(:(: We are filled with joy for Sister Jolene and Brother Jowill who has taken their step of baptism on Wednesday! Indeed, may this day be almost memorable to them as a mark of commitment to follow Jesus and His ways. And for those who aren't yet baptised, we do hope you will continue to grow in your relationship with God as you grow to know Him better:)
Do keep Brother Darren and Sister Jia Ling in prayers as they continue to trust God for healing for their mother. God has kept them thus far, and we wanna thank God for His faithfulness. We know God is in overall control, and He is in full knowledge of each and everyone in the entire family. Let's stand together with them in this time of trying period and be such a support to them, that they may be filled with joy and courage.
While our poly students are enjoying the remaining days of their holidays, we wanna make an effort to pray for our secondary school students who are in the midst of their final year exams. We pray that God will grant them joy and strength to persevere through each day of preparatory work. Indeed, God will give them rest even as they put their hearts and soul to excel. Keep it going guys!
Do remember our NS brothers (Joshua, Yu Po, Matthew, Ziyao, Josiah, Ian) who are undergoing their trainings in various ways. May the presence of God oversee and protect them as they go through their activites and under their authorities. Pray also that they will stand strong on God's promises for them and be a living testimony that draws men to Jesus! Strive on brothers!
