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By Pastor Jason Lim
True faith works through love. And love involves sharing and doing good.
Those who truly believe will love, and their love for others will result in beneficent deeds.
As they sow these deeds of love, they can look forward to reaping eternal life.
But those who do not believe will not have love. They will not sow deeds of love.
Instead, they will live only to gratify their fleshly desires. As such, they will reap destruction.
This is the dichotomy of the believer vs the unbeliever.
Do not be deceived. God is not mocked. You will reap what you sow.
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By Pastor Jason Lim
Real faith is seen in love, and love is seen in community. True spirituality is thus not isolating oneself, but availing oneself to serve others. Paul says we are to use our freedom in Christ to serve others in love.
In Galatians 6:1-5, Paul shows loving service to others is seen in how we restore a brother who has fallen into sin.
He teaches us what the issue is, who should do that restoration work, how we are to it, and why we are to do so. Or in other words, the ministry, the manner and motivation of restoration.
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By Pastor Jason Lim
The works of the flesh are evidently sinful and destructive. And those who habitually practice them show they do not belong to the Kingdom of God.
The true believer instead lives differently. A true believer is one who has made a decisive break from the dominion of the flesh, in order that he will submit to the Lordship of Jesus. When he now walks by the Spirit, fruit is borne in his life. This fruit marks him as a child of God.
So what is this fruit? How is this borne in one's life? How is this different from the works of the flesh? The answers can be found in this message here.
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By Pastor Jason Lim
The Christian life cannot be lived on our own. We are weak in our flesh. But the third person of the Godhead lives in us! He is the Omnipotent Spirit of God. We must therefore live life in the Spirit.
Walking is a Hebraism (a Jewish expression) for how one lives one's life or conduct one's life. Walking by the Spirit is to live in the new realm of the Spirit's leadership, and not in the old existence of the flesh.
The million-dollar question then is, "How can I walk by the Spirit?" Should I utter a mantra, visit a holy site, ingest a religious relic, or press a magic button? No. Instead, the answer is found in the passage before us. Check out this sermon to find out how you can live a victorious Christian life for yourself today!
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By Pastor Jason Lim
Not Legalism. Not Licentiousness. But Love. That is the way of freedom.
Spiritual freedom is to do what God wants- to serve one another in love.
This is the way of Jesus, who emptied Himself and became a servant.
His people are thus also to deny themselves so that we can serve others.
That is the truest form of Christian living- and the path to the greatest happiness.
It is in this giving and serving that we truly fulfill the Law.
And it is in this giving and serving that we actually love our own selves the most.
Find out what all this means from the sermon here.
May we not just talking about serving, but may we be a serving church!
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By Pastor Jason Lim
Freedom is defined as "the power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants, without restraints or hindrances."
But what is freedom in the Kingdom of God?
In this passage, Paul reveals how freedom is secured by the Lord, and not by our works of the Law. And whilst we cannot secure freedom by ourselves, we can, and indeed must, stand in that freedom Jesus provides. Shifting from this freedom to turn to legalism will mean that we are severed from Christ, and His blessings.
And most importantly in verse 13, Paul reveals freedom to be yielding ourselves as slaves for one another in love! So, freedom is living free from legalism, and from licentiousness, to serving one another in love. Freedom is not doing what I want in the flesh, but doing what God wants in the Spirit- to serve one another. That's the freedom that will make you happy in a thousand years!
Discover what all this means, and may you find that true freedom in God.
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By Pastor Jason Lim
The Apostle Paul has proven justification by faith from Abraham's life in Galatians 3.
Now, he proceeds to illustrate it with the story of Hagar & Sarah (Abraham's 2 wives).
Paul qualifies that this story is interpreted allegorically- he is using it to represent the meaning of the 2 covenants (Sinaitic Covenant and the Abrahamic covenant), though the 2 women are not exactly the 2 covenants!
The sermon will take you through the 9-10 contrasts between the 2 women (& their 2 sons), showing you very clearly then the difference between the 2 covenants.
You will learn how
1. ”Ishmaels" will not inherit.
2. ”Ishmaels" will persecute the "Isaacs”.
3. ”Ishmael" & "Isaac" cannot live together.
4. ”Isaac" is all of God's grace.
Find out what these statements mean, and come out crystal clear about justification by faith, by checking out the sermon here!
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By Pastor Jason Lim
Paul loved the Galatians. Having explained justification by faith, he now writes to the Galatians in 4:12-20 with a much softer tone to plead with them. He urges them to stand in gospel freedom, and not be enslaved by legalism. He brings them down memory lane to recall the "good old days" by which they had loved him. He points out the "love bombing" tactics of the false teachers who are out to "abuse them". He expresses his desire to meet with them face-to-face.
In all this, we see the pastoral heart of Paul for the Galatians.
1. He was Centred on the Gospel.
His love for them is not "empty calories" sentimentalism. It is rooted in truth. His goal is for them to live life in the Spirit, with the joy of the gospel, and not be enslaved in legalism.
2. He was Concerned for their Good.
The false teachers were out to make use of the Galatians. Paul wanted only the best for them. Discover how we can tell spiritual leaders apart in our day and age.
3. He was Committed in spite of Grief.
In spite of the betrayal and anguish, Paul did not give up on the Galatians. Real love persists.
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By Pastor Jason Lim
According to Forbes, 1/3 of the billionaires in 2024 have fortunes handed down to them by their elders. These heirs inherit great wealth.
But the follower of Jesus Christ also inherits great wealth- of even greater and eternal things- because he is an heir & co-heir with Christ, who redeemed them.
In this passage, Paul shows from the example of the Jews that this blessing of inheritance is not obtained by their own works of the law, but by faith in the promise of Jesus Christ. He then reminds the Galatians that they likewise received the Spirit not by works of the law, but by the hearing of faith. Thus, he expresses his horror when they should turn to legalism (obeying the Law in their own efforts to secure their own justification), which is a religious principle of the world, and not from God. He considers this equivalent to returning to Paganism or idolatry, for both are weak & worthless, and which enslaves.
The Bible presents a message of love- that God has predestined His elect to adoption as sons through Jesus Christ. May you look to Christ alone in repentance and faith to be saved.
May the believer find great assurance and joy in our identity as God's children.
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By Elder Frederick Chew
The Psalms is the songbook of God's people in gathered worship. The songs cover a range of experience and emotions, giving God's people the words to express them. The psalms also help shape the emotions of the godly. The Psalms provide guidance to approach worship, showing profound respect and uninhibited delight in Him. They enable God's people to fully enjoy His care, desire holiness and purity.
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By Brother Luzerne Cheng
The Psalms is the songbook of God's people in gathered worship. The songs cover a range of experience and emotions, giving God's people the words to express them. The psalms also help shape the emotions of the godly. The Psalms provide guidance to approach worship, showing profound respect and uninhibited delight in Him. They enable God's people to fully enjoy His care, desire holiness and purity.
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By Pastor Jason Lim
The Law can easily be misused. Many people think that one should obey the Law to be saved.
But Paul says salvation is received by faith, and not achieved by works of the Law.
The Law reveals our sins, but it can never remove our sins.
To help us understand, Paul gave 2 examples of the Law.
1. Prison Warden.
The Law imprisons us in a state of misery where we see our sinfulness and helplessness, so that we long for emancipation by faith in the promised savior, Jesus Christ. Once we come to Christ, we need not go back to the Law for justification, just as a freed man should not return to prison.
2. Paidagogos.
A Paidagogos is a slave in rich ancient Greek-Roman households who has been tasked as the custodian of the master's son from age 6-16 years old. He is to prepare the son for adulthood. The Law thus prepares people for Christ by showing us our sinfulness and helplessness.
How should we use the Law? Preach it. Show people God's holy standards. Let them realise then we are condemned before God. Then point them to the Savior!
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By Pastor Chee Keen
The Psalms is the songbook of God's people in gathered worship. The songs cover a range of experience and emotions, giving God's people the words to express them. The psalms also help shape the emotions of the godly. The Psalms provide guidance to approach worship, showing profound respect and uninhibited delight in Him. They enable God's people to fully enjoy His care, desire holiness and purity.
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By Pastor Kay Hong
The Psalms is the songbook of God's people in gathered worship. The songs cover a range of experience and emotions, giving God's people the words to express them. The psalms also help shape the emotions of the godly. The Psalms provide guidance to approach worship, showing profound respect and uninhibited delight in Him. They enable God's people to fully enjoy His care, desire holiness and purity.
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By Pastor Jason Lim
Justification is by faith, and not by the works of the Law. So why then did God give the Law (of Moses)?
Has God changed His mind? Is the Law an alternative way to spiritual life? The answer is no. Let's learn why.
1. The Independence of the Law.
The Law does not affect, change, nor nullify the Promise (that God blesses those who are of faith).
Even after the Law, justification is still by faith. The Promise still stands. God's covenant with Abraham remains.
2. The Intention of the Law.
The Law was added because of transgressions- it was given not to remove sin, but to reveal sin (& our helplessness). It is given so that we despair of self-righteousness, and turn to Christ for life and righteousness.
3. The Inferiority of the Law.
This does not mean the Law is lousy or useless! But the Promise is superior. The Law was given through angels and Moses. The Promise was given directly by God. The Law required the fulfilment of God and man (who is weak and who fails). The covenant is unilaterally fulfilled by God alone.
4. The Impotence of the Law.
The Law cannot give life nor righteousness. It is not a viable alternative to life to God.
In all this, we see the primacy and superiority of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Christ is the solid rock we must stand on. All others are sinking sand. May your faith find a resting place in Jesus alone!
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By Brother Simon Lim
The Psalms is the songbook of God's people in gathered worship. The songs cover a range of experience and emotions, giving God's people the words to express them. The psalms also help shape the emotions of the godly. The Psalms provide guidance to approach worship, showing profound respect and uninhibited delight in Him. They enable God's people to fully enjoy His care, desire holiness and purity.
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By Pastor Jason Lim
Paul proves justification is by faith via 3 facts in Galatians 3:1-12.
1. Practical Experience- he reminded the Galatians how they received the Spirit by faith.
2. Patriarchal Example- Abraham was declared righteous by faith.
3. Practical Explanation- No one can keep ALL the Law to be made righteous by himself.
In verses 13 and 14, Paul then brings his proofs together and shows that it is Christ Jesus who can free us from the curse of the Law, grant us the Abrahamic blessing and send the blessed Spirit into our lives. Jesus redeemed us from the curse, by becoming a curse for us. He took our place and suffered for us.
So here, we learn about the very heart of God- He is the generous, merciful and loving blesser- He is so keen to bless, that He freely pays it all through His own Son's sacrifice. Let us then turn to Jesus in repentance and faith!
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By Elder Jeffrey Pang
The Psalms is the songbook of God's people in gathered worship. The songs cover a range of experience and emotions, giving God's people the words to express them. The psalms also help shape the emotions of the godly. The Psalms provide guidance to approach worship, showing profound respect and uninhibited delight in Him. They enable God's people to fully enjoy His care, desire holiness and purity.
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By Pastor Jason Lim
Paul proves justification is by faith by reminding the Galatians how they received the Spirit by faith too.
He also emphasizes that having begun by the Spirit, they are not to be perfected by the flesh.
As such, we learn 2 things about "Life in the Spirit":
1.Discernment.
How can you know if the Spirit is in you? The Spirit is not visible. But like wind, His power and works are visible. From Galatians we see that the Spirit can be discerned by
A. Signs and wonders- The power to work miracles is endued by the Spirit.
B. Sureness- The Holy Spirit is sent into our hearts, crying "Abba, Father."
C. Sanctification- The Holy Spirit helps us to be holy. Grace is not just pardon, it's power.
2.Dependence.
“God helps those who help themselves" is a dangerous Christian cliche. Better is "God helps those who CANNOT help themselves." Christian living must be dependent on God for all things. So how can we practically depend on Him? What does living life in the Spirit really mean? It's as simple as ABCD!
A. Acknowledge- it begins with saying "I cannot do it!"
B. Believe- God can do it!
C. Call- pray and ask Him to grant grace!
D. Do- just obey and do it!
Living in the flesh is to go straight to D) do.
Living in the Spirit is ABCD!
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By Pastor Jason Lim
Jesus alone is our righteousness. He is the only one who can give us a right standing before the Holy God.
He died for us, and we died with him when He died. He has thus paid for our sins, and also set us free from the bondage of the Law. And not only that, He now lives in us by His Spirit, to enable us to live in righteousness on a daily basis. They who are saved by grace will be changed by grace. Grace is not just pardon, it's power. Jesus is the Son of God who loves us and gave Himself for us.
The Law, in contrast, can never give us righteousness. Whilst it has its purpose (as we will see later in Galatians 3), it can never save us. The more people depend on the Law for righteousness, the more self-righteous they become. And the Law did not love us nor die for us.
Let us then learn to steer clear of legalism and live the Christian life in dependence on Christ and Christ alone.
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