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Welcome to our
Adult Sunday School Classes!
Introduction
Many Christians despite
attempting to read the bible, found it difficult to understand the Bible
at the first reading. So, what is the secret to successful Bible
learning? In Jeremiah 29:12-13, God’s Word says “Then shall ye call upon
me, and ye shall go and pray unto me, and I will hearken unto you. And
ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all
your heart.” The faithful Apostle James says, “If any of you lack
wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and
upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.” (James 1:5) And our Lord and
Saviour urging His flock, “Hitherto have ye asked nothing in my name:
ask, and ye shall receive, that your joy may be full.” (John16:24)
A Faithful Example
Ezra 7:10:
“For Ezra had prepared his heart to seek the law of the
LORD, and to do it, and to teach in Israel statutes and
judgments.”
Quality of a Good Student
Ezra is a faithful servant of
God and he is an excellent example for us to follow. Despite the fact
that he was well versed in the law and statutes of God Almighty, Ezra
applied his heart to keenly learn God’s Word. There are three virtues
that we can pursue in learning God’s precious truth.
a.
It demands resolute
determination
“For Ezra had prepared his heart to seek the law of the
LORD…”
Ezra purposed in his heart and
his purpose was set on searching and knowing the Word of God. In fact,
Ezra 7:6 said that Ezra was well versed in the Law of Moses which the
God of Israel had given. Here is a man who despite knowing the Word of
God well, was not content with all the knowledge that he possessed, but
gave himself wholly to diligently study God’s Word to know it better.
b.
It demands complete
dedication
“… and to do it …”
Many of us are as what 2 Tim.
3:7 said: “Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge
of the truth.” But we are exhorted to ”Study to shew thyself approved
unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the
word of truth.” (2 Tim 2:15)
Ezra’s heart was set on obeying
the Word of God. Not only did he know the Word of God, he was a doer of
the Word of God. James 1:22: “But be ye doers of the word, and
not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.” He was readily obedient in
practicing God’s Word. As with the Psalmist, “But his delight is in the
law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night.” (Ps.
1:2) This is what God commanded Joshua 1:8: “This book of the law shall
not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and
night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is
written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then
thou shalt have good success.”
c.
It demands faithful
propagation
“… to teach
in Israel statutes and judgments.”
Ezra is also a teacher of the
law in v11, 12 and 21. His heart was set on teaching the Word of God.
In Ezra 7:25, King of Persia Artaxerxes said: “And thou, Ezra, after
the wisdom of thy God, that is in thine hand, set magistrates and
judges, which may judge all the people that are beyond the river, all
such as know the laws of thy God; and teach ye them that know them
not.”
After learning, we are supposed
to teach: “And the things that thou hast heard of me among many
witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to
teach others also.” (2 Tim 2:2) Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ
commands:-“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them
in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:
Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you:
and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.”
(Matt. 28:19-20) Jesus said, “He that hath my commandments, and
keepeth them, he it is that loveth me: and he that loveth me shall be
loved of my Father, and I will love him, and will manifest myself to
him.” (Jn. 14:21)
Our Adult Sunday School
Classes
Our Adult Sunday School is the
venue for all who love to know God more intimately. It is a place where
we can find a meaningful relationship with God. There are a number of
classes made available to cater to meet your needs.
We look forward to welcome you
to our midst.
These Classes are:
Class 1
Teacher: Eld Ong Eng Lam
Topic: Book of Acts of the
Apostles
Location: Main Sanctuary
Student Mix: Both brothers and
sisters
Class 2
Teacher: Dr Khoo Hock Seng
Topic: Ephesians
Location: Piano Room (beside
main sanctuary)
Student Mix: Both brothers and
sisters
Class 3
Teacher: Sis Leong Sow Mun
Topic: The Book of Joshua
Location: AirCon Container
(beside main sanctuary)
Student Mix: Sisters Only
Class 4
Teacher: Mrs. Shirley Chew
Topic: Gospel of Matthew
Location: Sharon Office
Student Mix: Both brothers and
sisters
Class 5
Teacher: Dn John Ching
Topic: The General Epistle of
James
Location: Red Porch Area
(beside main sanctuary)
Student Mix: Brothers only
Class 6
Teacher: Dn Victor Loo & Dn
David Tan
Topic: Fundamentals of
Christian Faith
Location: Cry Room
Student Mix: Both brothers and
sisters (catering to the new converts)
Conclusion
Like Ezra, as Christians we
want to love God and glorify His Holy Name. As the moon reflects the
light of the sun, let our little Christian lives so shine, testifying
and reflecting the Light of the world. May God help each us to
consecrate our time to study His Words, know His will and DO His
bidding.
Dn Lim Ching Wah
Adult Department Superintendent
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