Better Than Sacrifice

16 Jun 2009

So Saul died for his unfaithfulness which he had committed against the LORD, because he did not keep the word of the LORD, and also because he consulted a medium for guidance. 1 Chronicles 10:13

Partial obedience is the most dangerous form of disobedience. Like Saul, when you obey partially, you will always try to justify your own actions (1 Sam. 15:9, 19- 21).What God wants is your complete obedience instead of your best sacrifice. There are two types of believers: (a) The immature believer is like a slave that needs to be told all the time what to do. (b) The mature believer is like a son who understands the heart of God (Gal. 4:6-7). “For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are [the mature] sons of God” (Rom. 8:14).

A spiritually immature person is childish. King Saul was an immature person. Like a child, he had no control over his moods or emotions. He was impatient and presumptuously offered a burnt offering to God (1 Sam. 13:8-9). Out of anger, he made a rash oath that put his entire army under bondage and weakened the morale of his soldiers (1 Sam. 14:24). He disobeyed God’s command and did not destroy the Amalekites completely. As a result, Saul lost his entire kingdom and died a tragic death.

Saul was called and chosen, but he was not found faithful. We must realize that when Jesus returns, only those who remain faithful will qualify for God’s inheritance.”These will make war with the Lamb, and the Lamb will overcome them, for He is Lord of lords and King of kings; and those who are with Him are called, chosen, and faithful” (Rev. 17:14).

Jesus said, “My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me” (John 10:27). The true test of our love for God is our obedience to His Word. Jesus said, “If anyone loves Me, he will keep My word; and My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make Our home with him” (John 14:23). We cannot love Jesus more than we love and obey His Word. Be faithful to God, don’t compromise! God desires obedience, for “to obey is better than sacrifice” (1 Sam. 15:22)

From: http://www.konghee.com/www/category/daily-devotion/

The Most SPECTACULAR Sermon Ever! Ever!!

Guys! I am so excited to share this to you! I am stunned while watching this, this guy is simply AMAZING!

Click here to see the list of weekly uploaded sermon & click on- Love on the Rebound by Steve Munsey.

 

This is will really blow your mind away, It was impossible not to be touched — Singapore Expo Hall 8 on 2 May was awash with tears during Dr Munsey’s dramatization of the story of Hosea and his adulterous wife Gomer.

Taking on every character in the Biblical story he chooses to preach, he utilizes stage lighting, pop music and many elements of theater to bring the message closer to home than the audience anticipates.

The magnitude of God’s love was magnified through Dr Munsey’s drama — the atmosphere in the auditorium became alive with love. There was not a dry eye in the room. The altar call that ended the service saw many rushing up into what felt like God’s open arms.

Dr. Steve Munsey is one of the most charismatic and dynamic preacher in America. He is a pastor of Family Christian Center of Munster, Indiana is a groundbreaking preacher who brings God’s messages to life through dramatic “illustrated sermons” on stage.He also a successful author, director and actor featured National magazine and host a TV program called "Yes You Can" check him out in http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Munsey

Fellowship of Doctors' Conference 2009

Hi Guys,

Just to refresh you, during Ps. Kevin Loo visit in Moscow last March, he mentioned in the leader's meeting about the vision of meeting the medical students from Russia during the summer holidays. This is to create an annual gathering to connect all of us from various states in Malaysia, which further on to form an alumni of our grads in future. Unless we cultivate the habit of meeting together from now, we will all loose in touch few years time with those has graduated from here.

Last year the leaders had a two days meeting with the CHCKL, they started with providing leadership training and other practical teachings. Besides have a great time fellowship with pastor and some of his leaders, going to their cell groups and son on. Day after we shared our Summer Mission testimony at the Church, and they prayed for us, it was such an unforgettable day! This year, there will be a Followship of Doctor's Conference in this coming summer. Fully prepared and funded by CHCKL specailly for us, the Malaysian Fellowship of Moscow!

The actual details of the program is still under discussion. However, here are some details that has already confirm as bellow:

Followship of Doctors' Conference 2009

Venue : Bukit Bintang Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
Date : 20th-21st Aug
Expenses : RM150/person or 1350Rub(Inclusive of 2days1night accommodation, registration and light refreshments)
Audience : Open for any of the Malaysian student from RSMU & MMA,
Seats available : Aprox. 90 people. First come first serve basis.
Deadline : End of this month, or as soon as the all the seats are booked

Please give the names to any of the leaders, or at the comments tag below if you are interested, so that we/they/CHCKL can make further plans and other hall & logistic arrangement. I believe we will be there for a great time!



P/S: Money talks later, if anyone is interested but have some sort of financial problem, we will try to find a solution later. So don't worry about giving in your names.


Thank you and all the best for your upcoming exams.


Blessings.