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On Calling: Receive not Other's Cowardice

If I am offered again the advancement of that which God has not called me for, or yet, even from pastors such as Rev. Serena Lin, I shall note to them this verse: 1 Samuel 17:39 And David girded his … Continue reading

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Foreigners Preaching in America in English

It's a shame after living in this country for over 30 years and can't even converse in basic English.

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On Offering

Offering is done with reverence and fear towards God, for what we offered is God's, not ours. Offering is not donation. I find myself a rule to keep concerning the Bible: Accept no offerings from those who have no reverence and … Continue reading

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Against Prosperity Theology

Those who favor prosperity theology put faith on success; Those who do not favor prosperity theology put success on faith. (Hebrews 11:1) Different faiths, different successes.

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Penang Hokkien Facing Extinction?

According to The Star Online, the new generations speak mainly English and Mandarin. If that's the case, I guess I may actually feel nostalgic.

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Excess

Excess of anything is a waste of time and space. As obvious as this may be, we are often victimized by this because we deny its existence in some area, even to the point of absolute denial which causes us … Continue reading

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Vocabulary: Hendiadys 重言法

A use of literary works, to emphasize on a term using two different words. Hence, from the greek term "one through two". Usually converting adjective to noun. I believe there are such used in the Bible. However, I would stress … Continue reading

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Pastor's Responsibility

When one pastors a church, he is not only the pastor of those in the building. But of the surrounding neighborhood and environment. Hence, his greatness is not measured by the number of congregation in the building, but by the … Continue reading

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A Man of Sorrows

A Man of Sorrows. When wrong made right and right made wrong. When enthusiasm comes without knowledge. When vain worries made a burden. When vain chatters waste time. When perfection is not sought for. Who do I surround myself with, … Continue reading

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Prosperity Theology in the Bible: Job 11

Job 11, seems to me, especially the last part of this chapter, that the Naamathite is the master of prosperity theology.

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