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Paul as our Example

By Steven Chan 1. Growing up in the 1960s-1970s, one would have noted how our young friends imitated famous singers in their dressing such as “bell bottoms”, hairstyles, etc.  Generally, many like to follow those they admire or idolize.  2. The Apostle Paul wrote to the Christians at Corinth: “Imitate me, just as I also […]

Are Christians not aspiring to be elders exempted from having the attributes of elders?

By Steven Chan 1. In Titus 1:5-9 and 1 Tim 3: 1-7, the Bible provides the list of qualifications for those who may be appointed to serve as elders of the local church.  These qualities were given by God to ensure that those appointed to serve God in that capacity may be able to effectively […]

Do We Really Desire to Follow Jesus?

By Steven Chan 1. In Luke 9:57-62, the Bible records for our learning what Jesus said to those who expressed their desire to follow Him:- “Now it happened as they journeyed on the road, that someone said to Him, “Lord, I will follow You wherever You go.” 58 And Jesus said to him, “Foxes have holes and […]

The Promise That Awaits Us. Heb 11:39-40

By Steven Chan 1. In Heb 11:39-40 the Bible states: “And all these, having obtained a good testimony through faith, did not receive the promise, 40 God having provided something better for us, that they should not be made perfect apart from us.” When we survey the epistle of Hebrews, we find the following discussion about […]

The Golden Rule of Conduct Matt 7:12

By Steven Chan 1. Our lives are characterized by relationships.  As a member of the family, we have relationships with our parents, our siblings, our children and grandchildren for some. We have relationships with friends, colleagues and our community. Most importantly, we have our relationship with our Creator, God. 2. How do we conduct our […]

WRONG IS STILL WRONG, AND RIGHT IS STILL RIGHT

By Roger D. Campbell There are numerous Bible exhortations for God’s people to follow that which is right ad stay away from what is wrong.  In the spiritual realm, it is God alone Who determines what is right and what is not.  Here are three New Testament passages that point to the need for Christians […]