Soul Anchors

Hear from Leadership Mentor, Lam Kok Hiang, as he shares his experience and heart with us through these short devotional reflections

It Is Okay Not to Be Okay!

In Psalms 42 and 43, the psalmist describes a difficult season he is going through. He feels dejected, depressed, despondent and abandoned by God (Psalm 42:9).

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Living on Giving

Like many Christian organisations, all full-time Cru staff look to God to provide for their financial needs. This concept of support raising has its basis in both the Old and New Testaments.

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You are God’s Masterpieces

The Greek word for “masterpiece” is poiema, meaning a work of art, craftsmanship, or handiwork. The New English Translation Bible translates it as God’s “creative work”.

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From Despair to Delight

David found himself in a despondent situation, crying out to the LORD for help amid his despair. We, too, will encounter times of waiting...

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Musings About Death

We are destined to die—it is a sobering reality. The moment we enter this world, the countdown begins. But the real question is how we choose to live between birth and death.

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When Night Falls

The closing of the day is a divine reminder that rest is not only necessary but essential. The night, though often seen as the end of the day, is in many ways a preparation for what lies ahead.

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Journeying Together as Couples

Having couple friends who provide a safe space for counsel and support can help diffuse tension in a difficult relationship and facilitate tough conversations to address underlying marital issues

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Heart Reset for the New Year

As we close the year 2024, let us take some time to selah, to pause and renew ourselves for the new year. I would like to share five prayers/affirmations as we step into 2025.

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God as Our Shield

God is our spiritual shield, protecting His people from physical danger and harm, as well as internal struggles and temptations.

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We are often amazed and humbled by God’s working in our lives. There are highs and lows, joys and griefs, good and bad days, and the surprising turns and leading of the Lord bring us to where we are today. We also look out for developing themes in the life journey.

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Hurry Up, God!

Like David, there are moments when we urge God to hurry up. In today’s world where we are accustomed to immediate answers to almost everything, waiting is probably even more challenging for us.

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From Burdens to Benefits

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Leading with a Limp

Jacob’s physical limp was a constant reminder to him of his own brokenness and limitations. He no longer ran ahead or away from God. He learnt to fulfil God’s calling and purpose for his life, despite walking with a limp.

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Making Sense of Trials in Our Lives

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When I Grow Old and Gray

...like the psalmist, we need not allow old age or adversity to embitter us. Though he was cognizant of his troubles and feared being forsaken by God, he resolved to remain faithful. Psalm 71 offers guidance on how to reframe our attitudes and responses to life and to God as we grow old and gray.

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Living Holy Lives

The call to stay holy is a lifelong commitment to walk in the ways of God. Our God is a holy God, and He commands us to be like Him. As we begin a new year, let us make a resolution to stay holy in our walk and worship of God.

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Kindred Friendships

Human beings are social by nature and have a fundamental need to interact with fellow humans for our existence and development. Our identity and sense of belonging are heightened when we are connected to kindred friends who understand and accept us for who we are.

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Give Thanks for He Is Good

As it is in life, we have also had our share of disappointments, hard times, and low points this year. Remember that God is always with us and helping us (Psalm 118:7), and that His goodness and love never quits (v.29, MSG). Choosing to give thanks in spite of the circumstances and how we may feel, expresses our trust in God.

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The Gaps in our Lives

In this world of self-inflated egos and self-serving motives, many of us are inclined to think of ourselves as better than who we really are. Read more on several gaps that we need to pay attention on.

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Living Authentically

As Christians, do we sometimes put up a false front? This can happen when we, in our weakness, inflate our self-importance to impress others or we lead a double life to hide our true self and identity. The gap between our true self and public persona can deceive others and ourselves.

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The Call To Remember God

We sometimes forget what we read during our devotional time the day before. Even when God answers our prayers and has shown Himself to be faithful, we may still forget about His goodness, provision and deliverance over time, and fail to trust in Him.

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Loving with a Bruised Heart

This month’s article is written by Sharon Lam, in conjunction with Mother’s Day. Discover ways on how to deal with our hurts on the weights of worry and many more.

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Staying Fresh and Green

Christian maturity is not measured by how long we have been a Christian, but how deep our relationship is, as evidenced by the spiritual fruit we bear. Discover more if you read on this article.

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Creating Selah Moments

Did you know that the word “Selah” appears seventy-one times in Psalms, the unofficial song and poetry book of the Bible? Click to find out more about how Kok Hiang spends his Selah moments and a ministry update from the Missions Team.

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