The angel said, "Fear not: for behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people." Luke 2 : 10
What is Spiritual growth? Spiritual growth is a development of the believer’s faith and life in learning to know, trust and honour God intellectually and experientially. This is the work of the Holy Spirit to enable us to be Christ-like to live a practical Christian life as His grace abounds in us. When we mature in the faith a deeper insight is gained into spiritual freedom in God. Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XVI : 10”
Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the LORD.
Blessed are they that keep his testimonies, and that seek him with the whole heart.
Teach me, O LORD, the way of thy statutes; and I shall keep it unto the end.
Give me understanding, and I shall keep thy law; yea, I shall observe it with my whole heart.
The celebrations for the Lunar New Year, the Year of the Dog in the Chinese Zodiac, has just passed. Many have good memories of the once-a-year visitation, meaningful family reunion dinners, exchange of red packets and greetings for a happy and prosperous year. Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XVI : 9”
The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.
Someone once asked: “Can a believer in Christ suffer from stress or mental illness?” Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XVI : 8”
They that are of a froward heart are abomination to the LORD: but such as are upright in their way are his delight.
Psalm 85 mentions how the Psalmist remembers God’s works of wonders for the nation of Israel. For many years, the Israelites had many reasons to rejoice in the Lord. Some of these are listed in verses 1-3.
a) God showed favour on their land
b) God brought them back from being slaves to the enemies
c) God covered all their sins
d) God turned away His fierce anger from them Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XVI : 7”
“The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe.” (Proverbs 29:25)
The subject of this proverb is fear. Fear is one of the strongest emotions known to man. It triggers off a rush of adrenalin in your body that increases your heartbeat, your breathing and your blood sugar level. As adrenaline diverts more blood to your brain and to your muscles, you have better mental alertness and a sudden burst of strength and energy. Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XVI : 6”
We are celebrating Herald B-P Church’s 14th Anniversary this Lord’s Day. Our theme is to thank and praise our great God and Saviour Jesus Christ for these 14 years of guidance, provision and growth as a church, and we as members of His flock. Continue reading “The Herald Weekly Vol XVI : 5”