A Family Affair
One does not have to look too hard in Scripture to find the value that God places upon the family. The last few verses of the Old Testament speaks of the restoring of relationships among fathers to the children. The close of the Church Age features the Lord as the Bridegroom being joined with His Bride (Church). It’s in satan’s interest to divide and conquer through any means possible so as to thwart the purposes of God. It’s true; a […]
Consolidating the Vision Part 2
“Awake and arise! Take up your positions in Christ and man your posts!” This was the closing exhortation from Pastor Kevin Koh’s bulletin article last week. I’d like to build upon some of his thoughts regarding the vision for Cornerstone and the Singapore Church. Let’s be honest. There’s much to digest and it’s vital that we’ve a streamlined understanding as to what God is doing. The following three points of interest may help to bring that needed clarity: 1. The […]
Understanding the Jerusalem Council
What was the purpose of the Jerusalem Council at the commencing of the Early Church? In short, it allowed for the discussion and addressing of the Jewish and Gentile cultural divide that proved a hindrance to kingdom advancement. It’s important for us to consider carefully what was at stake. The Gospel message was gaining traction, yet the Church was now confronting a moment of crisis. The decisions taken would determine whether this movement would be taken to the next level. […]
Are You Ready For An Encounter?
Cornerstone will be having its annual church camp this week at the KSL Resort in Johor Bahru. The theme for the camp is “Face-to- Face”. I suspect many of you are like me in needing to experience a fresh encounter with the Lord. Are you preparing for it, are you desperate and in need of a fresh touch? The theme verses feature the fruits of Jacob’s determined anguish as he engages God at Penuel (Gen 28:30). I want to zero in […]
A Call to Overcomers
I recall a dream from December 2001 where Pastor Cameron Walcott and I were ministering at a 2-day seminar in a remote district in Orissa, India. Here’s the dream: I was in a large area of ground which I perceived to be the district of Phulbani where we were conducting the seminar. We were free to minister the Gospel provided we stayed within the boundaries of the district. In approaching the outer edge of the district, everything changed. There were […]
A Call to Overcomers
I recall a dream from December 2001 where Pastor Cameron Walcott and I were ministering at a 2-day seminar in a remote district in Orissa, India. Here’s the dream: I was in a large area of ground which I perceived to be the district of Phulbani where we were conducting the seminar. We were free to minister the Gospel provided we stayed within the boundaries of the district. In approaching the outer edge of the district, everything changed. There were […]
Cornerstone at Gilgal
There’s so much to digest in light of the recently-concluded Kingdom Invasion Conference. How does the church go about the process in taking its mandate forward? This article is not a review of the messages from the conference, but rather a “big picture” perspective that may prove helpful in seeing where we currently stand as a church. This can be achieved by examining the significance of Gilgal. When Israel crossed over the Jordan, they placed 12 stones in Gilgal that […]
The Coming Glory
“And he said, I beseech thee, shew me Thy glory.” Exodus 33:18 There’s a recurrent theme that’s been playing out over the course of the past week revolving around the Glory of God. The cry of Moses in wanting to know God’s glory and ways came forth in multiple services this past weekend. It did not end there; the same heartfelt cry of Moses continued through the recently-concluded “Fast-it-Forward” prayer meetings. Is this coincidence? I think not! What does this […]
A Call to Volunteerism
Do you know the nickname that’s given to the state of Tennessee in the United States? It’s called “The Volunteer State” and it was through the efforts of about 2,000 volunteers under the leadership of General Andrew Jackson that contributed to the successful outcome in the American War of 1812 against the British. These men also fought a key battle on behalf of another state in the battle of New Orleans in 1815. This fighting force inspired another 30,000 volunteers […]
Stand Up For The Truth
Have you ever considered the extreme contrasts found in John 8? On one hand, we’ve the familiar verse of knowing the truth and being liberated by it (Jn 8:32). We then see satan mentioned as the one who’s the “Father of All Lies” with no truth abiding in him (Jn 8:44). This conflict and tension is manifesting itself in full measure in today’s world. The term “fake news” is being injected into the daily discourse of life, but who really […]
