Bible Journalling

📖 You’ve Got To Love The Church Scripture Passage: 1 Thessalonians 2:19–20 Speaker: Rev. Danny Chiew “For what is our hope, our joy, or the crown in which we will glory in the presence of our Lord Jesus when he comes? Is it not you? Indeed, you are our glory and joy.” (1 Thessalonians 2:19–20, NIV) Introduction Rev. Danny Chiew began the message by pointing us to Paul’s tender words to the Thessalonian believers . He explained that Paul considered the church his hope, joy, and crown , showing us how deeply the apostle loved God’s people. Rev. Danny emphasized that we too must learn to love the church with such devotion, seeing our brothers and sisters as our joy in Christ. 1. Separation does not necessarily mean disconnection Rev. Danny Chiew highlighted that though Paul was separated from the Thessalonians, he never disconnected from them in spirit. His concern was so strong that he sent Timothy to strengthen and encourage them (1 Thess. 3:1–2). Rev. Danny reminded us that tru...

Opening Prayer Heavenly Father, We come before You today with grateful hearts, thanking You for guiding us through another week and for gathering us together in this fellowship. As we celebrate Merdeka 68 , we lift up Malaysia into Your hands. Lord, bless this land with peace and harmony. Grant us leaders who are fair, righteous, and filled with a big heart, that they may bring joy, justice, and lasting peace to all people in this nation. Lord, as we have read from Psalms 131 to 135 , we are reminded of the importance of humility, unity, worship, and trust in Your faithfulness. Like David , may we quiet our souls and trust fully in You. Like Your people in Zion, may we rejoice in Your promises. May we live together in unity, as brothers and sisters in Christ, for it is good and pleasant in Your sight. We thank You also for the message brought to us through Your servant, Rev Danny Chiew, reminding us that to love the church is to love what You love. Bless our church leaders with wis...

Sermon Summary – Rising Above Costly Mistakes  Preacher : Pastor Henry Yong Date: 24 August 2025 Scripture Passage : Ruth 1:1–22 Introduction Pastor Henry reminded us that life is a journey marked by decisions, and these choices carry consequences not only for ourselves but also for those around us. The story of Naomi and her family in Ruth 1 shows us how decisions made outside of God’s will can bring pain, yet also how God’s grace can still redeem broken lives.      Point 1 – Costly Decisions Outside God’s Will Scripture: “Now Elimelek, Naomi’s husband, died, and she was left with her two sons” (Ruth 1:3). Pastor Henry emphasized that Elimelek’s choice to leave Bethlehem for Moab during famine was made without waiting on God. What seemed practical ended in disaster—Naomi lost her husband and later her two sons. Pastor Henry reminded us that decisions made without prayer, guided by fear or convenience, often lead to spiritual and emotional loss. We are calle...

Opening Prayer: Heavenly Father, we gather in Your presence with grateful hearts, remembering the joy of Psalm 126, where those who sow in tears will reap with songs of joy. Lord, many of us come with burdens, mistakes, and regrets, but we take comfort that You restore fortunes and bring hope to dry lands. Just as Naomi and Ruth walked through sorrow in Ruth 1 , yet You were already writing a greater story, we trust You to guide our steps. Teach us tonight to rise above costly mistakes, to find strength in Your mercy, and to look to You as our help, as the psalmist says, “My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.” Bless our sharing, our listening, and our fellowship, that we may be encouraged, corrected, and renewed by Your Spirit. In Jesus’ name, Amen. Bible Journal: Psalms 126–130 Psalm 126 Summary: Psalm 126 celebrates the restoration of God’s people, likening their joy to a dream fulfilled. It recalls God’s past deliverance and pleads for renewed restoration. Th...

📖 Chosen Preacher: Bro Shaun Yeoh Date: 7 August 2025 Scripture Passage: John 15:1–17 Introduction Brother Shaun Yeoh began by reminding us of a simple but life-changing truth: we are chosen by God . Our chosenness is not random, but deeply intentional and purposeful. Jesus’ words in John 15 reveal what it means to be His disciples—branches connected to the true vine, called to remain in His love, to be pruned, and to bear lasting fruit.          1. We Are Chosen to Abide in Christ Jesus said, “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing” ( John 15:5 ). Brother Shaun explained that our chosenness is not about privilege, but about relationship and dependence . Just as branches cannot survive apart from the vine, we cannot thrive spiritually without Christ. To abide is to remain daily connected through prayer, Scripture, obedience, and fellowship. Only in Him...

🌿 Opening Prayer Heavenly Father, We thank Thee that we can gather once again in Thy presence as Thy disciples. We lift our eyes unto Thee, our Helper, who made heaven and earth, and who never slumbers nor sleeps. Today, as we reflect on Psalms 121–125, we are reminded that those who trust in Thee are like Mount Zion, unshaken and secure forever. Lord, we also thank Thee for the message we received through Brother Shaun on being “Chosen.” How humbling it is to know that Thou hast appointed us, not only to remain in Thee, the True Vine, but also to bear fruit that will last. We are chosen, not forsaken. We are called Thy friends, not servants, because Thou hast made known to us Thy will. Bless our time of fellowship, discussion, and sharing today. May Thy Spirit open our hearts to receive Thy Word afresh and give us boldness to live out our identity as Thy chosen people. In Jesus’ name, Amen. Psalm 121 Bible Summary: Psalm 121 is a song of trust in God’s protection. The psa...

Opening Prayer Heavenly Father, We thank Thee for gathering us together this morning in the unity of Christ. We are grateful for the rich truths from Psalms 116 to 120, which remind us of Thy unfailing love, Thy deliverance in times of trouble, and the light of Thy Word that guides our steps. We thank Thee for speaking to us through Sister Ho Gaik Kim’s message, A Welcome Word . Lord, Thou knowest exactly what our hearts needed to hear at this time. Bless this meeting, O Lord. Open our hearts to receive Thy Word, open our minds to understand it, and strengthen our hands to live it out. May all that we share and discuss bring glory unto Thee and encouragement unto one another. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen. ----------------------- Sermon Summary Title: A Welcome Word Speaker: Sister Ho Gaik Kim Date: 10 August 2025 Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13–16 Sister Ho Gaik Kim shared a powerful message on how the Thessalonian believers received and responded to the Word of God. Dr...

Day 1 – Psalm 116 1. Bible Summary Psalm 116 is a heartfelt declaration of love and gratitude to the Lord for delivering the psalmist from death and distress. It expresses trust in God, the joy of answered prayer , and a commitment to walk faithfully before Him. 2. Key Scripture “I love the Lord, for he heard my voice; he heard my cry for mercy.” (Psalm 116:1) 3. Reflection God is attentive to the cries of His children. Even in the lowest valleys, He hears and delivers. This psalm reminds me that gratitude should flow from my lips not only after deliverance but also as an ongoing posture of my heart. 4. Response Lord, help me to live in constant gratitude and trust, remembering how You have rescued me in the past. I commit to call on You in trouble and walk before You with thanksgiving. Day 2 – Psalm 117 1. Bible Summary The shortest psalm, yet a powerful global call for all nations to praise the Lord for His steadfast love and enduring faithfulness. 2. Key Scripture ...

Facilitator’s Comprehensive Guide – Discipleship Group Physical Meeting Date: 08/08/2025 Facilitator: Angie Ng 1. Warm Welcome & Fellowship Greeting *"Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. Praise the Lord for blessing us with this beautiful day to gather in person once again. There is something very special about meeting physically — being able to see one another’s smiles, shake hands, and share real fellowship. Psalm 133:1 says, ‘Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brethren dwell together in unity.’ We are here to worship God, to learn from His Word, to share our lives, and to encourage one another in our faith journey. Today, our program will include Bible Journaling sharing, last Sunday’s sermon summary on Authenticity by Reverend Aaron Liu, reflection questions, and of course, our fellowship lunch together. Let us open our hearts to be present in this time, ready to share, listen, and grow together."* 2. Opening Prayer *"Let us pr...

📢   Title:   Authenticity  1 Thessalonians 2:1–12 Speaker: Reverend Aaron Liu Last Sunday, Reverend Aaron Liu shared from 1 Thessalonians 2:1–12, reminding us of the importance of living out an authentic faith. Paul’s ministry in Thessalonica was marked by courage, sincerity, and love, despite facing opposition.      1. Going the Distance with Courage (1 Thessalonians 2:1–2) Paul preached the gospel boldly despite suffering in Philippi. Reverend Aaron urged us to persevere in sharing God’s truth even when it is unpopular or costly, trusting God to strengthen us (Joshua 1:9). 2. Living for an Audience of One (1 Thessalonians 2:3–7) Paul’s motives were pure — he sought God’s approval, not human applause. We were reminded of Proverbs 29:25, that fearing people traps us, but trusting the Lord brings security. 3. Sharing Not Just the Gospel, but Our Lives (1 Thessalonians 2:8–12) Paul’s ministry was personal and relational. Like a caring paren...

  📖 Daily Journaling – Psalms 111–115 📜 Psalm 111 1. Bible Summary: Psalm 111 is a hymn of praise, celebrating God’s mighty works, His righteousness, and His covenant faithfulness. The psalmist calls for wholehearted worship, recognizing God’s deeds as trustworthy and enduring. 2. Key Scripture: "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise." (Psalm 111:10 NIV) 3. Reflection: True wisdom begins with reverence for God. When I honour Him, my decisions align with His truth, and I experience lasting joy and guidance. 4. Response: Lord, help me to live in awe of You daily, not just in worship services but in every thought, word, and action. May my life reflect gratitude for Your mighty works. 📜 Psalm 112 1. Bible Summary: This psalm describes the blessings of those who fear the Lord and delight in His commands. Their lives overflow with generosity, justice, and steadfastness, l...