Articles by

Gabriel Ong

Christmas

5 verses for a merry meaningful Christmas

Like most other people on the planet, Christmas is my favourite time of the year. However, it can be easy to lose ourselves in the festivities if we’re not intentional to earnestly consider the...

Church Life

Gospel patrons: 3 people in the Bible who gave to the Kingdom

As Christians comprising the Body of Christ, we each have a unique role to play in the Kingdom.ย  For some, that might mean serving in full-time ministry. For others, that might mean working with and...

Apologetics

On the incarnation of Christ

Most would think of Christmas as a time to buy gifts, arrange parties and get a green tree in the house. While the Christmas season does involve those things, what it really is about, however, is...

Outreach

Why believe the Bible?

As someone whoโ€™s been able to read about and understand more of the ancient world over the years, I am genuinely very grateful to be a child of our 21st century modern world. Our lives are much...

Mental Health

Consumed with hatred for my bullies, I lived in bitterness until I chose forgiveness

Ew! Why are you so smelly and oily? Haha, look at those ugly, disgusting pimples on your face! Do you cry at home because of us? Phrases like these were constantly flung at me throughout my primary...

Finding Purpose

Christian and Athlete: Can they co-exist?

Many Christian athletes wonder if they can pursue sport while still having a strong faith. Shawn, a national athlete turned coach, was one of them struggling to reconcile his faith with his sporting...

Worldview

What does the ideal society look like?

When it comes to just how different societies on earth function, it is sadly evident that they are all very far from ideal. This is due to our sin and unrighteousness (Romans 3:10-12) Indeed, in our...

Friendship

When a friend falls away from faith

It was a grim catch-up. My friend had lost his close friend months ago, and heโ€™s been angry with God ever since. I tried to comfort him and steer him back to God. The Lord has good plans for His...

Missions

Joseph Chean: The missions man who was many things but most of all, a friend

Joseph Chean โ€“ known for his lifelong passion for missions โ€“ passed away, aged 56, following a road accident in Istanbul on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. ROY TAY reflects on the life and legacy...