Articles by

Gabriel Ong

Culture

A letter to the self-radicalised youth

To the young man who has fallen into extremism, Perhaps you had long grieved over the sufferings of those affected by terrorism worldwide. โ€œWhy did innocent people have to die at the hands of these...

Work

What if I choose wrong in the job hunt?

Many of us enter a state of limbo after graduation. Suddenly, there are no more instructions on what we have to do or where we have to be at a certain time. In the past, timetables could look like...

Relationships

How love transformed my father’s life

During this COVID-19 season, I spent more time in solitude, reflection and prayer in Godโ€™s presence. As I spent time with Him, I felt God leading me to reach out to my family. Growing up, I knew my...

Faith

6 Cs that can hinder spiritual growth

Economic growth is vital to the well-being of a nation. It’s why countries will make efforts to plan, strategise and allocate resources to stimulate economic growth each and every year. The...

Culture

When two sides hold different views, is loving conversation still possible?

By now I’m sure most of us have heard about a particular piece of news that’s gone viral relating to a transgender youth’s troubles.ย  It details a Redditor’s account of being...

Faith

Young people, this is what’s keeping your pastors awake

On the final day of the LoveSingapore Pastors’ Summit 2021, three seasoned church leaders in Singapore were asked to reimagine church in the new normal. Titled Honest Conversations, the panel...

Faith

It’s okay to cry. Jesus did

When was the last time you heard an entire sermon on Lamentations? On the second day of the LoveSingapore Pastors’ Summit 2021, Reverend Keith Lai preached a stirring message from a book of the...

Faith

How to keep on keeping onโ€‹

It has been a wearisome year for many. Life in Singapore is generally hectic. Many of us already find it a challenge to balance work, ministry and family obligations. However the COVID-19 pandemic...

Work

The financial planner workaholic who finally burned out

I have had a passion for finance ever since young. I used to save pocket money and Chinese New Year red packets with the sole intention of spending them on Christmas presents for my family. From time...