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Stepping Out With God - Pasir Panjang Church of Christ Singapore

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Brother Seah Siow Hwee became a <strong>Christ</strong>ian in his youth against the wishes<br />

<strong>of</strong> his family. This conviction has shaped his entire life, putting <strong>Christ</strong> as his<br />

first priority. He has modeled the way for all <strong>of</strong> us in male spiritual leadership<br />

roles, by ensuring his children are brought up in the way <strong>of</strong> the Lord. As a<br />

freelance computer programmer, his income was not regular. This has never<br />

affected his faith, nor his regular giving to the church. Siow Hwee is an<br />

effective and excellent teacher and preacher, with a passion for missions.<br />

Their hospitable family hosted many sessions for foreigners. He has been<br />

involved in missions from as near as Malaysia to all the way in China. Now he<br />

is spearheading the new work in Vietnam with great zeal and much success.<br />

Although he had issues with the the China missions, his zeal never faltered<br />

and he continues to serve the Lord in the best brotherly spirit.<br />

These are but three examples <strong>of</strong> the many soldiers <strong>of</strong> the cross that I am<br />

blessed to work with. Each <strong>of</strong> them has left an indelible mark in the progress<br />

at PP which will continue to benefit and bless many, through the years.<br />

Because they are willing to take the trouble to work with the church in team<br />

ministry, they can draw the full resources from the congregation and their<br />

labours will continue even after they have left each specific effort. The<br />

church at PP is calling on members to step up and serve in the growing<br />

ministry at PP.<br />

The kind <strong>of</strong> service that pleases <strong>God</strong> is one in which we are willing to work<br />

in consensus, ready to accept the decision <strong>of</strong> the majority and be accountable<br />

to the church for our efforts.<br />

Be a Team Worker<br />

Don't Rob the Glory from <strong>Christ</strong> and His church<br />

It is good for every <strong>Christ</strong>ian to abound in good works. As we grow in faith,<br />

we must begin contributing to the work <strong>of</strong> the church through our attendance,<br />

giving and prayers. We can speak positively <strong>of</strong> the church and its leaders,<br />

provide hospitality and bring friends to Bible class and worship.<br />

The next step is to be involved in the ministry <strong>of</strong> the church. The Bible<br />

teaches in Ephesians 2:21 that all members must be fitly framed together in<br />

the church. The Bible does not teach that members can go solo and do their<br />

own ministry outside the church that he is a member <strong>of</strong>.<br />

Resist the urge <strong>of</strong> doing your own thing and staying in your comfort zone.<br />

Take the vital step forward to be involved as part <strong>of</strong> the overall work <strong>of</strong> the<br />

church - drawing from all the resources <strong>of</strong> the church, being accountable,<br />

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