In June this year, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that same-sex marriage is legal in all US states. This means that the 14 states that ban same-sex…
After the recent ruling by the Supreme Court of the United States on same-sex marriage, I read several online comments on the matter. I noticed two extreme positions. On…
“As Christians, we’re all educators,” noted Dr Phillip A. Towndrow, a teacher-educator and educational researcher, at the 14 July launch of his book, Education and Society: A Christian Vision of…
A fun shot from a class taking the Theology 2 course at EAST. East Asia School of Theology (EAST) began with the purpose of developing Christ-like servant leaders for East…
“For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the…
The Rev Dr Niam Kai Huey closing in prayer at one of the worship sessions. When exhorted to “Remember Who You Are”, what is the first thing that comes to…
Prof Bruce Hindmarsh (right) answering questions from the audience after his opening lecture. – Photo courtesy of BGST Like many other Christians, I had heard of C. S. Lewis (1898-1963),…
‘In-Deep Worship’ is a musical worship event that seeks to gather those who serve in our local churches’ worship ministries for the purpose of networking and so as to experience…
Bishop Dr Wee presenting a token of appreciation to the Rev J. Daniel, a pioneer of PPTMC. Pasir Panjang Tamil Methodist Church celebrated its 88th anniversary on 14 June 2015,…
As the psalmist declares, God gives us freedom to run in His paths promising to “enlarge my heart” and to walk in freedom “in a wide place” We all feel…
Today, Christians are expected to remain sexually continent for a longer period of time than any generation that has preceded us. People are not married during the years when hormones are…
In June this year, the much-anticipated encyclical by Pope Francis finally appeared. Unlike papal encyclicals in the past, which were addressed to the Church, Pope Francis’ circular epistle is directed at…
Young girl in a summer frock standing on rocks overlooking the ocean while enjoying the sunshine on a summer vacation copyspace No one can be absolutely certain of what tomorrow…
“….take root below and bear fruit above.” Isaiah 37:31 Our beginning In September 1936, renowned Chinese Christian evangelist John Sung, while passing through Singapore, conducted a gospel rally…
MMS relies heavily on the support and donations from the Methodist community to support its works in Cambodia, East Asia, Laos, Nepal, Thailand, Timor-Leste and Vietnam. By the grace of…
Mr Andy Chew, 43, is a veteran fundraising cyclist. Over the past four years, he has cycled for different charitable causes, and raised almost $40,000 in total. This year,…
However, churches do not serve only as ‘petrol stations’ or entertainment hubs where we go to fill up or be uplifted. They are also places of mutual ministry. A recent conversation…
When we read Genesis Chapter 5, we are amazed at the longevity of Adam and his descendants who each lived long lives of a few hundred years. Lamech had the shortest…
“Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people.” Proverbs 14:34, ESV Doing what is right. Doing it the right way. With the right people. Then we…
