FCM Newsletter 2002_V2 (May-Aug 02)

8/8/2019 FCM Newsletter 2002_V2 (May-Aug 02)

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FUNDAMENTAL CHRISTIAN MINISTRY(A ministry by Calvary Bible Presbyterian Church (Tengah)

to NIE, NTU, NUS and Polytechnics)

NEWSLETTER VOL 2/2002=====================================================================

THE FEAR IN STUDIESPreacher Ho Chee Lai

New Bible Study Leader for Poly FCM

Gospel Light BPC

In todays society, the school is a stressful environment for a student desiring to pursuean education. The expectation to perform surpasses the actual value of what education canoffer. The student is not only expected to pass his examinations, but with flying colours. Agrade below A is deeply frowned upon by high-expectant parents. How can one get goodgrades without over-stretching himself? If there were such a formula, many would have doneanything to lay their hands on this priceless asset. Thus, the pursuit of academic excellence, formany, was purchased at a high price. One of the most traded things in a students life in thispursuit is his spiritual life. At dawn, morning devotion became early morning revision. At dusk,

the wearied body succumbed to the stranglehold of the Zzzz monster.O, Christian students, beware! Take the advice from the Bible, The fear of the Lord is

the beginning of wisdom (Proverbs 9:10; Ps 111:10; and knowledge in Proverbs 1:7). The fearof the Lord is not a blind fear of the unknown or a fear of fate. It comprises a reverential awe forthe Almighty God who is the Creator of the cosmos and the Saviour of mankind. To fear theLord, is to acknowledge Jehovah as God. One who truly fears the Lord will understand theimportance of worshipping God on the Lords Day. He will see the worshipping of his Lord as aduty, which he owes his Creator. He will set his mind and purpose in his heart a determinationto praise the Lord with all his being. He will always put the Lord first, regardless of hisexaminations. This will become his testimony of the presence of the living and true God in him.Moreover, the fear of the Lord will prompt him to study the Word of God diligently. His dailyappointment with the Lord will not cease and his desire to seek the truth will grow with each

passing day.

Dear students, do you feel that your spiritual life constantly deteriorates duringexaminations? Do you find yourself giving excuses of not going to church on the Lords Day, or,giving the slightest reason not to serve Lord? If you are in such a predicament, it is time toexamine your priorities in your studies. Start it right, at the beginning of the semester, and notuntil when examinations are just round the corner. Purpose in your heart the desire to fear theLord the whole semester through. Commit your whole desire unto the Lord. Do as taught bythe psalmist: Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass. (Psalm 37:4-5).

Personally, I have experienced the fruit of fearing the Lord always. I made it a point tofulfill all my commitment to the Lord, even during my examinations period. My attendance at

worship services and prayer meetings never fail. Serving the Lord on the Lords Day went on asbusiness as usual. I have found great blessings of God through this practice. Firstly, Ibecame more efficient in my time management. Knowing that part of the time has to be setaside for the Lord, I could ill afford to waste any minute. With prudence in time management, Irealized that wastage of time has been converted to use time for the Lord. Secondly, I findmuch encouragement mingling with Christian brothers and sisters. Their words ofencouragement are uplifting. Their constant show of care and concern in their prayers for meedifies my spiritual being. Thirdly, I also find the much needed rest and relaxation for the body.The indefinitely long period of studies have resulted in a permanent arching of my body, an


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over-straining of the eyes, and an under-exercising of the limbs. The time spent at church givesme an opportunity to relax my body for my healths sake.

At the end of the day, what matters most to us, is not how man measures us but how theLord measures us. Are we found wanting in the Lords balance? Some think that by sacrificingevery thing and giving all their strength to get good grades is the way to please the Lord. Butwhat does the Bible say? He delighteth not in the strength of the horse: he taketh not pleasurein the legs of a man. The LORD taketh pleasure in them that fear him, in those that hope in hismercy (Psalm 147:10-11). May the Lord grant us discernment, commitment and contentment,

as we strive to be a good Christian student, fearing the Lord always.

Brief History of Kemaman Life BPC

Pastor Wee Eng Moh

How did the Kemaman Life B-P Church first come into being? Who were involved in thisinitial pioneering work? The following is a brief history of the church which testifies of thefaithfulness of God.

In 1993, the late Rev John Ling, an FEBC graduate, and Pastor of Kelapa Sawit B-P Church,was invited to serve in the Chinese Presbyterian Church in Kemaman, Trengganu. He took upthe offer and became her Pastor. He soon saw the need for an English service, and requested

help from Life B-P Church, Singapore, to supply speakers for the pulpit ministry.The English service was inaugurated on 1st July 1994. Ministers from the various B-PChurches took turns to fill the pulpit three times a month. Rev John Ling worked hard for thechurch. It was his weekly routine to wake up at 4.30 a.m. to fetch preachers and helpers fromthe bus-stop to the church.

In June 1996, however, Rev Lings health began to deteriorate - he was suffering from heartfailure. Due to his poor health, he resigned and went to Singapore for treatment. Rev Ling wenthome to be with the Lord two years ago. We thank God for the faithful service of His devotedservant.

On 29 May 1998, both the Chinese and English churches agreed to a parting of ways. TheChinese congregation decided to remain under the Synod of the Presbyterian Church in KualaLumpur. The English service, however, branched out as a separatist church known as

Kemaman Life B-P Church. With this separation came an unexpected development. Somemembers of the Chinese congregation decided to join the ministry of Kemaman Life. As aresult, the Chinese service started with a small congregation, led by Rev Kim Kah Teck (now

ministering in Malacca).We thank God for His

faithful servants, Dr and MrsWee Tiong Soon, who withthe help of a committee,have taken over the work ofthe ministry. May the Lordkeep them faithful in theirlabour of love to Gods glory.Let us pray with the churchthat the Lord will providethem with a full-time pastorsoon.

Sunday School in Dr and Mrs Wees house every Friday.


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Report of Mission trip to Kemaman and Kuantan

Desmond (Reporter)Thank the Lord for enabling a team of 5

from FCM to go up to Kemaman and Kuantanfrom 24th June to 29th June 2002. Our aim wasto minister to the brethren there as well as helpout in the Sunday school. The team consists of

Patrick (Arts FCM), Desmond (Science FCM),Phoebe (Poly FCM), Zuyi (Alumni) andJunsheng (NTU FCM). This is actually a LifeBPC outreach, and its about 8 years old. Muchof the work is done by Dr Wee and Mrs Wee,but every week, preachers and teachers fromSingapore will go there to support the ministry.

The team took a 6-hour coach ride fromSingapore to Kemaman. We stayed at Dr andMrs Wees home. We reached there early Tuesday morning, and we have a short morningdevotion to start off the day. We contacted Mrs Wee later and she came to fetch us. We had ashort rest and we began our work then. Throughout the day, we used vanguard sheets to

prepare many songs to teach the children at Sunday school (actually, the Sabbath atKemaman is on Friday).The brethren in Kemaman were studying the book of Exodus, and Junsheng was asked

to lead in the bible study. We had a time of sharing and prayer meeting. We had dinnerfellowship after that.

On Wednesday, we began our preparations for the Gospel rally scheduled for Thursdayby going tracting. Mrs Wee brought us to two Chinese districts as we paired up and went door todoor inviting many to the Gospel rally. Its much easier to tract in Kemaman since everyoneknows Dr and Mrs Wee. We distributed tracts and invited them to come to their home. It washeld at the home instead of the church because it will be less formal, and they are afraid theirfriends or neighbours might see them going to church. We set up the place for the gospel rallyand had a time of song practice.

With much prayer and labour, God moved the hearts of many on Thursday evening toattend the Gospel rally at Dr and Mrs Wees house. In fact many more came than we expected.I think there were almost 80 people, and they had to sit at the dining room and the stairs asPreacher Quek Kheng Kwang, brought to us the Gospel message, Are You Satisfied WithLife? Patrick provided the interpretation into Mandarin for us. Preacher Quek later revealed thatit was the first time he was preaching for a Gospel rally, while Patrick told us it was also the firsttime he provided an interpretation for a sermon. But indeed, we understood that it is God whoworks through us, through our prayers, for His strength is made perfect in our weakness.Indeed, the Spirit moved the hearts of some to accept the Gospel and we praise God for thefree offer of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one thatbelieveth.

Friday was their Sabbath day, and they had the Sunday School and youth Bible Studyin the afternoon. Zuyi and Phoebe taught the Sunday School while Preacher Quek gave anexhortation to the youths and Junsheng taught them from the book of Acts. We played gameswith the children, and we taught them new action songs. The Kuantan children are really verymuch different from Kemaman. The Kuantan children are so active, naughty and noisy! Yet theyinvite their friends and relatives to Sunday School! If their parents found out that they areattending Sunday school, they would lie low for a while, and they would ask Mrs Wee to fetchthem from their friends home! They are so unlike the children in Kemaman! So we must thankGod for they truly seek after Gods word even at such a tender age! I could see the girls reallyenjoyed teaching the kids, from their joyous expressions as they shared with us their experienceduring our own nightly prayer meetings and sharings sessions. Their Sabbath Worship beganat 8.30 in the evening, and it was held on the second storey of one of the shop houses. It was

Frida dinner before Worshi .


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the last message of their series, biblical truths from great hymns, and Preacher Quek exhortedon the second coming of Christ. We presented a song item as well.

On Saturday, we proceeded on to Kuantan, an hours drive from Kemaman in Mrs Weesvan. There is a bungalow converted into a church, which Mrs Wee described as a churchbuilding without church members. Even as the Gospel was freely brought to them in Kemaman,they were quick and fervent in their efforts to bring the Gospel to others. Hence, this is adaughter outreach from Kemaman, where there are about 60 kids attending the Sunday School,and one family attending the weekly Bible study. There is no worship service yet, but we prayand believe that God will prosper His ministry. It is really an eye-opener to see a Gospel ministry

starting from scratch, what looks like even an impossible task, but made possible by the faith,and prayers, and fervent labour of His servants. Were privileged that God found us worthy toeven have a small part in His ministry as we taught them precious lessons from the Bible. Itaught the P3 and P4s the story of the calling of Moses at the burning bush while the girls tookthe younger class. For me, the language barrier (of having to teach in Chinese) proved to be astumbling block, but I drew lessons from Gods reply to Moses (ironically in the lesson Iveprepared), Who hath made man's mouth? or who maketh the dumb, or deaf, or the seeing, orthe blind? have not I the LORD? (Ex 4:11).

After the kids left, we cleaned up the place and in the evening, Patrick led a Bible Studyon 1 John 1 with the Yong family, and the two daughters attended the Bible study. Once again,in spite of some language difficulties and inexperience, God spoke through His Word as welearnt profound truths from this short chapter. Immediately after the Bible study, we rushed into

a cab waiting for us outside and made our way to the coach station. We arrived in Singapore at5am on Sunday with tired bodies and joyful hearts, even as we prepare to worship Him on ourSabbath. Indeed, nothing is impossible with God, if only we would pray and believe in Him.

Testimonies from Kemaman Mission Trip

Phoebe Goh

Poly FCM Student Co-coordinatorHello brothers and sisters in Christ!

Indeed the mission trip to Kemaman has beena very fruitful one for me and I believe for the

others too. This is my second mission trip andI must say that this is quite different from thelast one I went. I went to Thailand last yearand it was a mission awareness but this triprequires me to help out in the ministry there. Itis a second taste of the pie in the sense thatwe really experience how Dr. and Mrs Weefeel when they take care of the church there.There are no full time workers to help them so

they practically take care of the whole church.God has truly blessed this couple even as they go about doing His work. During the one

week that I was there, Mrs Wee was constantly busy, whether it was preparing for the gospelrally, visiting friends or members of the church, she always did it with a joyful heart. Shebelieves that whatever she goes through, whether it be a small thing like losing a passport ormoney, she puts her whole trust in God that He will definitely see her through and everythingwill turn out right. She knows what is happening to every member of the church or someonewho has not been to church for a long time. This applies not only to the adults, but also to thechildren and the youths. I have never seen such love for people, both to the non-believers andbelievers there. Her commitment to bring these people to know the Lord and enjoy Him foreverreminds me of how we should have this kind of heart towards those around us too. We shouldlearn to love our enemies and our Christian brethren and go forth bravely into the world with ourfaces glowing because we have Jesus Christ in our hearts. Can others see Jesus in us? Are our

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lives bearing fruits for the Lord and do we serve God with our whole mind, body and soul?Where is the conviction for lost souls and Gods people?

While we were there, Zuyi, Desmond and myself were given the opportunity to teach theSunday school. Zuyi and I combined classes on both occasions to teach the children together.At Kemaman and Kuantan, we taught the children new songs and they were very enthusiastic tolearn them, even though the songs were in English. Unlike the children in Singapore, they willnot disturb one another or cause much trouble but will keep very quiet and listen. Even when wetaught them a very long memory verse from Matthew 6: 19-20 and James 1:5 respectively, thechildren tried their best to memorize them. One difference between the Kemaman and Kuantan

children is that the children in Kuantan are from the city and are more rowdy and mischievous.But it is the joy to see their faces light up when they sing for Lord or eager to do the worksheetsgiven to them or even the art and craft.

Most of the members from Kemaman church are not regular and do not put God as theirfirst priority. As for Kuantan, there is a church building there but are no members to form thechurch. Only Sunday school is held there, it is sad to see that the people in Kuantan are afraidof coming to church and even for the people in Kemaman too. We must continue to pray forthem that the more people will open their hearts to the gospel that they may not be afraid to lettheir neighbours know that they are going to church.

Overall, I learnt to place more faith in God and have a childlike faith as we must trulydepend on God that everything will turn out well and I thank Dr. and Mrs Wee for theirhospitality. I have also benefited a lot from the sharings and fellowship with the other FCMers

and Preacher Quek Kheng Khuang. I hope to have more love for others like Dr. and Mrs Weeand would like to encourage all of you to go for a mission trip. It will encourage your heartgreatly as well as the people there.

Ye Zuyi

Poly FCM Alumni

Even as I stepped down fromthe coach at 3:45 am, I couldnt seemuch of the surroundings inKemaman. As the darkness coveredthe surroundings, I thought Kemamanwould just be like other small kampong

town in Malaysia. However, to mysurprise, most of the people stay in abungalow and owns at least one car.Though Kemaman is not a city area,everyone is relatively prosperous andhave a stable life, as the cost of livingis relatively low. Everyone has morethan sufficient to spend and eat. Dueto this sufficiency, most of them do not

feel the need to believe in God and attend Church services, because their money andpossessions are filling up this spiritual void. Indeed, it is really a spiritual battle for all theChristians here too! Kemaman is truly a hard sowing ground for the Gospel Seed. Most of the

Seeds fall upon the wayside, stony place or on thorns. Though that may be the situation, we stillmust thank God for raising up His faithful servants- Dr and Mrs Wee. It has been very tough forthem as they are the only ones who fully commit themselves to the work of God. Through theirsharings, we can understand how they could feel the sense of urgency to spread the Gospel tothe unbelievers. Though they are much blessed with a comfortable life, they did not abuse andspend their money on things that perish. As a couple, who are highly respected in Kemaman,they are not arrogant. Instead, they are charitable to those who need help and they spend theirmoney for the furtherance of Gods kingdom. I could see that they are truly applying this verse intheir life, Charge them that are rich in this world, that they may be not highminded, nor trust inuncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy; 1Tim 6:17. As Dr

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Wee has to work in his clinic, therefore, Mrs Wee is always the one who will run about the wholetown of Kemaman to catch up with her church members and even to visit those lost sheep.Personally, her testimony is a great encouragement to me. Though her age is catching up, shenever ceases to work for the Lord and we must thank God for giving her a good memory. MrsWee can remember almost everyone in Kemaman, even their residence and the spiritualconditions of her church members. Her love for the Lord has truly been reflected upon her lovefor the church and the members. She truly makes me understand this, Preach the Word; beinstant in season, out of season; 2 Tim 4:2a, and Redeeming the time for the days are evilEph 4:16. Even as I share so much of my experience and testimony, I pray that this will touch

some of your hearts, especially to those who has yet to go for any mission trips before. Everymission fields has their own sets of challenge and problems, but in each and every one of them,Gods presence and working can be seen. Pray that all of you will attempt to purpose in yourheart to go for at least one mission trip so that the Lord will be able to show you more about Hiswork and His power in peoples life. Ponder over this, Few can go, some can give, all canpray! Hope that all of you will endeavor to go, but if u cannot, just remember to pray for them.

Brother Patrick Tan

Arts FCM

The purpose of this testimony is just tosay that the Lord is very good. For what elsecan we say? For without Christ, we can do

nothing. If not for his mercy and grace, theresnothing we can do. For it is not of him thatwilleth, nor of him that runneth, but of God thatsheweth mercy. Mission work is ultimatelyabout the conversion of souls and thefurtherance of Gods kingdom for His glory. It isultimately about heart work and not just hardwork. It is a spiritual warfare and only God cangive the increase. However, mission work isalso about how it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe. It isabout offering ourselves as unprofitable servants and doing that which is our reasonable duty.But be sure there will be obstacles, for we war not against flesh and blood, but

When trial and temptation comes (I had sore throat and tried to be temperate withcertain food): For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of ourinfirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin. (Heb 4: 15)

When doubting my ability (whether I can fulfill my role well in this trip): Trust the Lordwith all thine heart, and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledgehim, and he shall direct thy path. (Prov 3: 5,6) If God is for us, who can be against us?

When discouraged (by the spirit of lukewarmness & behavior of some rebellious Sundayschool kids): And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faintnot.(Gal 6: 9) They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.(Psalm 126: 5)

This team trip, we learnt to bear each others burden, prayed for one another,encouraged one another unto love and good works Blest be the tie that binds, the bond ofChristian love! However, our puny effort in this trip is starkly insignificant when compared to the

works of Love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness andtemperance of Gods lively stones there. Indeed our greatest blessing is witnessing Godworking in and through the lives of Dr (Dn.) and Mrs. Wee, and Wendy which provoked us to befollowers of them, as they follow Christ. But the harvest truly is plenteous, but the laborers few.Who else is on the Lords side? Who for Him will go?

Our homework : Pray without ceasing. (1Thess 5: 17)

Great Feast a ain!


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Junsheng

NTU FCM

Thank God for this opportunity to lead this team of five up Kemaman. I have been therebefore at each time I go there, I thought I can minister to the brethren there, but instead cameback more ministered than before. Thank God for Wendy (from Life BPC) who helped us with somany things in our preparation for the trip. I felt so inadequate to lead, as each day approaches,theres changes here and there, some things are not confirmed, some things are not done yet.But with much prayer, we finally set off for Kemaman on Monday night.

When we reached there on Tuesday morning after the bus ride of 8 hours, we had ashort devotion to start off our 1st day in Kemaman. Everyday we would have morning devotionand every night prayer meeting. I was asked to lead in the Tuesday Bible Study with themembers in Kemaman. I was taken by surprise when she asked me to lead in the bible studyafter a casual remark to Mrs Wee that I took Exodus night class before. I was busy helping outwith the preparation with Sunday School materials, and I must say I was not prepared. ThankGod for many lessons learnt at Exodus night class in FEBC, I was able to share the manylessons from chapter 2.

Its amazing sometimes how Mrs Wee can work. As we were preparing for our work, MrsWee can be cooking a few dishes at one time, and calling up members and friends to come forthe gospel rally. The sisters were reminded of being a helpmeet to their future husbands, andthe brothers, the importance of a virtuous wife.

Our hearts were filled with joy when God brought many people to the Gospel rally. DrWee told me that those who came were mainly non-believers. Praise the Lord! As we wenttracting door to door the day before, we being of little faith thought that few would come. AsKemaman is a small town, everyone knows who Dr and Mrs Wee are. So if you are lost, justask anyone in the streets. They would know where they live!

On Friday, Kemamans Sabbath day, I taught the youths from the book of Acts 4:13-22. Ichallenged them to be bold like Peter and John, to profess the truth that they have and to standup for Christ. Not to be a Friday Christian but everyday! Thank God for using me to share myexperiences with them and I pray that they will keep the lessons learnt in their hearts. I alsoreminded them about the purpose of why they came to Dr Wees house every Friday, whether itis for the food, for friends, or for the Word of God.

Thank God for giving us this opportunity to serve Him in Kemaman and Kuantan. Many

of us were tired after our church camps, FCM camp, industrial attachment, etc. yet God gave usstrength to sustain us during the trip. We have learnt many precious lessons while we werethere, and one of them is not to take our learning of Gods word for granted. They do not have afull time pastor or worker to help out in the work there. Dr and Mrs Wee have been labouring onand on every week, waking up in the middle of the night to pick up speakers and helpers. Wewere tired after one week, yet they will be doing itfor, God willing, many years to come. Their labourof love really touched our hearts as we relate this toour FCM group today, though small in numbers, yetwe must continue to labour for the Lord. May theLord find us faithful!

Matthew 25:21 His lord said unto him, Welldone, thou good and faithful servant: thou hastbeen faithful over a few things, I will make theeruler over many things: enter thou into the joyof thy lord.

We will go back to Kemaman again!


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FCM Camp ReportIn-Christ,

Desmond

FCM Camp Master

We thank God for a very blessed time at FCM camp 2002. I thank God also for thisopportunity to be involved in organizing the camp as camp master, and want to take thisopportunity to thank all my committee members especially whom I have learnt much from, and

those who have helped in some way to make this camp possible.With much prayer, and human labour as well, we have almost 20 full-timers and roughly

the same number of part-timers from about 10 different churches, and a handful of brethrenfrom the Chinese congregation as well. It is encouraging to see many new faces, and Iveenjoyed the fellowship with everyone very much.

The theme for this camp is Pursuit of Godliness, and centers on the doctrine ofsanctification. In a practical sense, we learnt what sanctification truly means, which is literally,

the setting apart of His children, fromthe world, for His glory. We also learntthat at the heart of a Christianssanctification lies the need forseparation from worldliness and sin.

Hence the great emphasize we have onthe doctrine of separation, and theresultant worldliness evident inChristians who have never heard of, orunderstood, or applied these doctrinesto their lives. On the more theologicalside, we looked at some erroneousviews of sanctification, even that of agreat preacher and evangelist JohnWesley, who taught that it was possibleto attain sinless perfection, and some

other errors, like equating separation with isolation. We thank God for providing His servant,

Rev Jack Sin, to teach us on this topic.Another highlight of the camp were the three night messages brought to us by our

beloved preacher, Rev Quek SY, taken from select portions from the lives of three mightyprophets of God, i.e. Isaiah, Jeremiah and Daniel. Through the most simple and biblicalpreaching of God Word, we saw the stark parallel between the trials faced by these prophetsand that of our own lives, and were challenged to make a stand for our faith as they did in theirtimes. Anyway, who can forget the hymn of the night (in more than one way) Dare to be aDaniel? And by the way, when was Daniel taken to Babylon into captivity? Well, at least we nowall know how to draw the map of Israel.

Going back to Day 1, after the camp briefing and get-to-know-you sessions, the campkick started on the right note with the our mission awareness program, where we watched atouching video, bamboo in winter. It narrates a Chinese pastors work in Communist China told

through the eyes of an educated and sceptical young lady. It is so titled because of a scene inthe show. The lady asked the pastor, facing persecution and death, what would happen to theministry if he were to die. The pastor pointed to a patch of bamboos and told to her that the workof the Lord is like to that of these bamboos in winter conditions. People may chop thesebamboos down as much as they liked, but they will surely grow again and bamboo is strongeven in winter. God will raise His people to do His work in His perfect will. In the end, when thepastor was captured, this lady carried on the work. Who can forget the scene where theChristians sung the hymn, Amazing Grace, in Cantonese, just before their death. Im sure it hasmoved many of us to tears. Thank God also for the sharings from our FCMers of their wonderfulspiritual experiences at various mission trips. Indeed, Gods Word can only be truly understood

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when we start to practice it. This has really set the right mood for the rest of the camp, whereafter being challenged to step out in faith for the Lords work, we learnt how to prepareourselves for the Lords use through the sanctification of our lives.

On Tuesday afternoon, Rev Ronny Khoo gave us a crash course on the Hebrewlanguage. At the end of the workshop, we were given a verse in Psalms written in Hebrew for usto read. He then taught us how to sing it. Im sure Patrick and Daniel would be more than willingto sing it for you at your request. On Wednesday, we went tracting at Jurong East and it wasreally a fruitful time for most of us. I was with Lyvia and we managed to share the gospel withmany people. I hope that we will continue to pray, and if possible, follow-up on those whom we

have witnessed to. On Thursday, we watched a video about Witchcraft and Harry Potter,followed by object lessons run by the camp committee. There were 5 stations where thecampers had to do something, and at the end of it, a biblical lesson is drawn from it. I do hopethe lesson at my station wasnt too incomprehensible. On Friday, we had our Bible Quiz, with atwist. Patrick and Huibing drew a wonderful, fully coloured, serpent & ladder board for us,where the 3 groups answered questions in a quest to reach heaven, avoiding pitfalls (serpents)along the way by collecting various pieces of Christian armour. In the end, time was up beforethe last group could reach heaven, and so they were raptured.

We then prepared for dinner, followed by a time of sharing and testimony with the eldersfrom Calvary Tengah. After they left, we went to Pandan reservoir to continue our sharingsession. Ive been encouraged by the many Christians in FCM who have been a blessingto my life and truly showed me the way a Christian ought to live his life. Thank God for the

many who have showed me over the past year, that practical, biblical, everyday Christianity, alife in total obedience and submission to God, is still a reality today, and not an idealisticimpossibility I once thought it was during the early years of my faith. Also, I realised that in thisone year that I was in FCM, it has changed a lot and will continue to change a lot more in thenext year or so. Whether for better or worse, the exodus of old ones and the entrance of newones will shape the face of FCM in the years to come. But like the bamboo in winter, God willalways raise His people to do His work, to continue this vital ministry, this lone fundamental,separatist voice in the sea of ecumenical compromise, so that no bible-believing Christian wouldneed to compromise an inch of his faith in search of Christian fellowship and ministry in tertiaryinstitutions. I also hope to see FCM taking on a more active evangelistic role, otherwise all thatwe have learnt would avail to nothing if we do not do. I hear that tracting sessions and a GospelRally are being planned. I look forward to this challenge laid before us.

And lastly, I must share about the wonderful hymns that weve sung throughout thecamp. I believe two of them in particular, or maybe three, have really set the mood of the camp.Its no coincidence that these are the most sung hymns throughout the camp. The first, ofcourse is our camp song, Higher Ground (116, RHC). If you understand this song, youunderstand progressive sanctification. Like I said at my camp briefing, it is my prayer that by theend of the camp, the words of this hymn becomes a true prayer of our hearts. I could say this isa camp objective for everyone. I believe many had achieved it even before the camp ended.The second one is Is your all on the altar (414, RHC) I believe we sung it almost once a day.It taught me an important scriptural truth that I had known, yet somehow eluded myunderstanding for much time. If there is something you are still holding back from God, unwillingto let go, then you will search in vain for peace, and ask to no avail for faith. As for the third,Dare to be a Daniel (373, RHC), well, Ill leave to Daniel to share more with you when you

meet him. Some of the best Bible commentaries, verse expositions, sermons and doctrines arefound in the lyrics of these hymns, written by men with a deep understanding of scriptural truths.Please do not exchange them for most of these contemporary songs with shallow lyrics writtenby nominal Christians. Even childrens hymns contain more profound truths than many of them.

Well, Ive written far more than Ive planned to, and have shared my most heartfeltexperiences with you. So even as we labour on, may we keep ourselves in right focus, lookingfor that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Savior Jesus Christ,who gave himself for us (Tit 2:13-14).


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Sharings from FCM camp 2002

Thank God for this opportunity to share Godsword with the FCM campers. I benefited fromthe fellowship and the discussion. I amencouraged by the zeal and fervor of thecampers and may the spirit of God brings toremembrance the lessons we learnt and

heard during these 5 days to seek and studyGods word seriously. Keep following the Lordand grow in godliness. ~ Rev Jack Sin

Though I am not an FCMer, I have definitelyenjoyed their company. Powerful messagesthat pricked my conscience, touched my heartand woke me up. ~ Eileen

I was hesitant about coming to this camp but it was a very fruitful time spent. I am challenged tospread the gospel more boldly and to give my all to Jesus. Thank God for FCM. ~ Sharon

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FCM camp. I am really blessed by this theme and seek to follow what was taughtand apply to my daily life. A timely reminder before school reopens. ~ Serena

A verse to describe the fellowship that I had during FCM camp: Behold, how pleasant it is forbrethren to dwell together in unity! Ps 133:1 PS: thank you Rev Khoo for teaching us theHebrew song! ~ Zuyi

This camp has challenged me to seek after the things of God, to transform and not to conformto worldly pleasures. Many occasions along lifes journey, we forgot the most basic importantfoundations of our Christian life- that we are called to be Gods people and we need to pursueafter godliness. ~ Serene

Indeed the camp was like 5 Sabbaths stringed together in a row. A small glimpse of the greatgathering in heaven, a time of spiritual awakening and fellowship among the FCMers. PraiseGod from whom all blessings flow. ~ Jeanette

It is a great joy to see many new faces each year at FCM camp. Pray that the fellowship thathas begun will continue even throughout the tertiary years for each and everyone. I have gainedmany spiritual lessons through my years at FCM, and it is my prayer that the Lord will continueto sanctify many through this means of grace. As the new term starts, may we remember that"whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God."~ Grace Tan

There was no regret joining the FCM camp. This camp had fulfilled all my expectation and Imnow gainfully practicing all that I had learnt. The learning experience at the camp was great.Taking part in the various games and participating in the bible quiz had boosted my confidence.The warm and approachable FCMers have made my 5 days in the camp a fruitful one. I believethat what I gained in this camp will definitely benefit my future. My appreciation to all FCMers:Thank you. Your heart-warming support and guidance was very much appreciated. ~ Ying Tien

Ive been encouraged by the many Christians in FCM who have been a blessing to my life andtruly showed me the way a Christian ought to live his life. ~ Desmond

A very big thank you for taking good care of me during my stay in FCM Camp. It is indeed byGods grace that Im able to attend the camp, to learn so much from it and to be able to speak ofHis goodness. I thank the Lord for each and everyone that Ive met, especially Patrick, who has

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been a blessing to me in your own special ways. I appreciate what the Camp Committee haddone. You all have done well, all glory be unto God! Whatever God has in store for our lives, it ismy earnest prayer that we may be blessed by the camp and be challenged to lead a God-centered life, victory over sin and be a light to shine forth for Him in this dark Non-Christianworld until our Lord returns. Amen. ~ Jason Liew

Most Singaporean students are usually all tied down with their hectic schoolwork and lifestyle,most of as have indeed not become the Christian God would have us to be. Thank God for afruitful time in this FCM camp as it touched on 'The Pursuit Godliness' as it proved to be apt and

spiritually uplifting for me ~ Lyvia

The most important thing I learnt was that we should never take for granted that as Christians,the Lord God is with us always. Hence we need to have complete faith in Him by laying all onthe altar. Once I realized this, I can finally, dare to be a Daniel. ~ Daniel

UPCOMINGEVENTS!

FCM Combined MeetingDate: 30

thAug 2002, (Friday)

Topic: "My Campus - My Mission Field?"Speaker: Pr Ho Chee Lai

Venue: Calvary Bible Presbyterian Church (Pandan), (AV Studio)

Address: 201 Pandan Gardens, S(609337)Time: 6.30pm Dinner; 7.30pm Message

Those who would like to have dinner, please contact Grace Fu atHp: 98631593 or e-mail at [email protected]

FCM RETREATDate: 27

thNov 29

thNov 2002

Theme: PrayerSpeaker: Rev Quek Suan Yew

Venue: Calvary Bible Presbyterian Church (Tengah)

Address: Shalom Chapel, 345 Choa Chu Kang Road, S(689485)Contact Jun Sheng at hp: 90265218 or

E-mail at [email protected] to register now!


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Overall FCM Coordinator: Elder Boaz Boon (Calvary BP Church (Tengah))Tel: 6892 2865 (H) 6823 3546 (O) 9824 7681 (HP)

E-mail: [email protected] or [email protected]

Nanyang Technological University/ National Institute of Education

1. NTU/NIE Group

Comprising students in all the faculties of NTU & NIE

Bible Study Leader : Rev Wee Eng Moh (Pastor Of Berith BP Church)E-mail: [email protected]

Student Coordinator : NTU/NIE: Grace Fu [9863 1593(Hp)]E-mail: [email protected]

Meeting Place : Tutorial Room 65, NTU South Spine (if its occupied, use

next adjacent tutorial room)Meeting Time : Every Friday, 6.30pm

Dinner : Canteen 3, 5.30pm

National University of Singapore

2. Science GroupComprising students of the Science, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Information &Computer Science Faculties

Bible Study Leader : Pr. Mark Chen (Youth Preacher of Life BP Church)

E-mail: [email protected] Coordinator : Jeanette Lim [9477 9793(Hp)]

E-mail: [email protected] Place : Science Block 16, 5

thFloor, NUS Science Faculty

Meeting Time : Every Friday, 5.00pm

3. Arts/ Engineering Group

Comprising students from the Arts, Engineering, Architecture, Building & Real Estate,Law & Business Administration Faculties

Bible Study Leader : Rev Ronny Khoo (Pastor Of Tabernacle BP Church)E-mail: [email protected]

Student Coordinator : Walter Wei [9582 0027(Pg)]

E-mail: [email protected] Place : Engineering Block 1, 8

thFloor, NUS Eng. Faculty

Meeting Time : Every Friday, 6.30pm

Polytechnics

4. Polytechnics GroupComprising students from Ngee Ann, Singapore, Nanyang and Temasek.Bible Study Leader : Pr Ho Chee Lai (Deacon of Gospel Light BP Church)

E-mail: [email protected]

Student Coordinator : Phoebe Goh [6560 9186(H)]E-mail: [email protected]

Meeting Place : Life BPC

Meeting Time : Every Wednesday, 7.00pmDinner : 6.00pm

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