It has been a busy month and several times when I woke up in
the morning, I was not sure what day it was!
There was no break for “labor’s day” for me. In fact, I kind
of “lost track” it was a public holidays. No, I’m not THAT busy. Is just that
I’m trying to manage time the best possible with the increasing tasks I need to
pay attention to.
I praise God for the three days training in the 4square
church in Ipoh.
They are very nice people and I’m glad to have established network with this
denomination. It was a good time of mutual learning; one of those super few
times I teach in English…gosh, there was an instant I actually asked the class
for the English version of a BM word!
The class in Taman Pelangi concluded their study of a
3-credit Theology course. At the same time, Sungai Petani also concluded their
study in Biblical Interpretation. On 31 May – 1 June, the SAM Penang – Taman Pelangi
and Sungai Petani – have jointly organized a visit to the OA village of Ulu Kampar
for practical ministry. Do pray for us – for journey mercy, good time of
fellowship (SAM Ipoh – SAM Penang and villagers), being a blessing, and being
blessed.
June will open with the study of NT Survey in Taman Pelangi
and Church Administration in Sungai Petani. Join us again in praying for a time
of mutual learning and encouragement.
I am also partnering with several Christian training
institutions to jointly publish a BM book. The commentary on the Epistle to the
Philippian church was translated years ago but it never got published due to
“exhaustion” of funds for the BM department. Well, I was serving on the
platform of an institution that has no passion for the BM ministry. Anyway, I
initiated this effort realizing the extreme shortage of BM resources that can
cater to students at Bible School/Seminary level. I had previously partnered a
Christian publisher to publish the book in Biblical Interpretation. There was
only 500 copies printed with 200 copies sent to us, SAM, while the rest have
been shipped to Sabah/Sarawak for the “market” there.
I am now partnering STS in Sabah
and we have roped in MBTS. Now we are waiting STM to come aboard. SAM Northern
Centers, actually has no fund/budget for this publication work. However, I am
stepping out in faith, trusting the fund will come in somehow. Partnering with
these seminaries, it will reduce the publication cost besides giving wider
credibility to the book.
At a recent Anglican function, the Diocesan Women’s
Conference, I somehow felt led to stand up at our dinner table and spoke to
those at the table, consisting of Anglican pastors from various Anglican
churches – challenging them to partner me through SAM in this effort to publish
this book. I praise God, someone responded positively. This I will follow-up. I
just hope many more will share the passion in response to our Archbishop’s call
for the church to “wake up” in these challenging times in Malaysia.
Do pray for us and with us in the OA/BM ministry. There are
so many needs and many of it requires financial assistance. Two OA evangelists
are serving without any allowance. Though I have found two sponsors, both are
committing to provide half of our request. Please continue to pray for further
aid for them. All of our ministries need your prayer support. Remember us
during your quiet times as you bring your petitions to God. We are only able to
do great exploits for God because you have been praying for us.
Once again, thank you for your partnership in ministry
SB
29May2016
