Welcome to the Blog of Shalom Youth Fellowship. We typically meet regularly on Saturdays at 3pm [Sundays for BreakOuts] for these four activities;
Youth Worship: Formal Worship which has worship conducted by the youths themselves followed by an invited speaker speaking on a specific topic.
BreakOuts: Fun activities that are meant to be informal in nature and interactive. Sporty activities are also considered BreakOuts and the youth group is able to let loose during these sessions to just enjoy themselves over games. BreakOuts are also a great time to invite YFer's friends down to YF.
OutReach: These YF meetings are meant to either educate on how to evangelize or to actually practically go out for Street Evangelism. We would normally go to the Pasir Ris area to reach out to the public.
On Sundays, the youth are involved in Bible Study. We conduct 3 types of classes called crosSWORD for the different commitment levels. The 'CROSS' level follows Accent Publishers Material, the 'WORD' level follows the 40-Minute Bible Study program and the 'SWORD' level follows Precept's New Inductive Study Series.
Our church is located at Pasir Ris and we welcome anyone within the age of 13 to 23. God Bless You!
Welcome
Welcome to the Blog of Shalom Youth Fellowship. We typically meet regularly on Saturdays at 3pm [Sundays for BreakOuts] for these four activities;
Youth Worship: Formal Worship which has worship conducted by the youths themselves followed by an invited speaker speaking on a specific topic.
BreakOuts: Fun activities that are meant to be informal in nature and interactive. Sporty activities are also considered BreakOuts and the youth group is able to let loose during these sessions to just enjoy themselves over games. BreakOuts are also a great time to invite YFer's friends down to YF.
OutReach: These YF meetings are meant to either educate on how to evangelize or to actually practically go out for Street Evangelism. We would normally go to the Pasir Ris area to reach out to the public.
On Sundays, the youth are involved in Bible Study. We conduct 3 types of classes called crosSWORD for the different commitment levels. The 'CROSS' level follows Accent Publishers Material, the 'WORD' level follows the 40-Minute Bible Study program and the 'SWORD' level follows Precept's New Inductive Study Series.
Our church is located at Pasir Ris and we welcome anyone within the age of 13 to 23. God Bless You!
Our Exco
Benjamin - Currently the Staffworker of the Shalom Youth Fellowship. He has completed his University Education overseas and has responded to the call to serve the Lord in Shalom. He is also taking up a part time course at Singapore Bible College in Divinity.
Zhi Han - Currently studying in NUS after completing his course as an Officer in the Army. Zhi Han is in charge of the OutReach program for Shalom YF. Zhi Han has a strong passion and heart for OutReach and is burdened to see God's Word spread.
Rui - Has completed his National Service and is now furthering his studies the University of Melbourne. The BreakOut Sub Committee to plan weekly fun, interactive and exciting activities for the Youth in Shalom.
Arthur - Currently in charge of Youth Worship along with Jamie. Arthur is an all rounded youth who goes on regular jogs and cycles much. He is also involved in many CCAs in school like dragon boating and choir.
Jamie - Currently schooling in Temasek Junior College and is in charge of Youth Worship along with Arthur. She is also heavily involved in dance and balances her time with her family of 2 parents and a younger sister.
Michelle - Has completed her Secondary School Education and is currently awaiting further studies in Singapore Polytechnic. Michelle is in charge of the OutReach program along with Zhi Han and has a vibrant, enthusiastic character that brightens up those around.
We had Pastor Ravi from Bethlehem BP church down to speak to us on the topic of "worshipping God in our lives". Sounds simple right? Not really. The word exalt comes from the Greek word "hypselos", but in English, it is derived from the word "ex" and "alt", which means "up" and "high" respectively. Therefore, exalting God means to bring Him higher through our worship. how often do we do that? worshipping God, exalting God needs to be done throughout our lives as well. in our singing on Sunday, in our fellowship in church, in our service for God, even in the offering we put in the bag as well. Exalting God should not be only restricted to Sundays. All of us are called to be full time Christians, part time students (or substitute whatever it is you do)
(the celebration of zhi han's birthday during break time)
BGR Retreat- 14 March 2009
During the first part of the session, we had a sister from grace bp church speak to us about unequally yoked relationships. She made a few comparisons to contrast unequally yoked relationships:
What partnership has righteousness with lawlessness
What fellowship has light with darkness
What accord has Christ with Belial
What portion/ part does a believer share with an unbeliever.
What agreement has the temple of God with idols.
She reiterated that two people of different faith will not “walk” in the same direction. Thus there will be lots of conflict in that relationship as our basis, behaviour and loyalties will differ. She also reminded us that in every relationship, we should have the end in mind and not just see it on a short term basis. She concluded by saying that unequally yoked relationships will not have security, satisfaction and significance in God.
“Be ye not unequally yoked with unbelievers” – 2 Cor 6:14.
Next, we were divided into boys and girls grouping for further discussion. Debbie led the girls while Yuan took charge of the guys.
During discussion, the girls agreed that we do not actually take time to ponder on such issues. Hence, Debbie encouraged us to be open and transparent during this time & to share our experiences, first hand or not.
We shared about the practical, emotional and spiritual aspects of readiness that we thought were required before a friendship progressed into something more serious. Practical aspects included LONG-TERM CONSIDERATION and KNOWING HIM, HIS FRIENDS & FAMILY. More importantly was the spiritual aspect, having a CLOSE RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD!
She added that we know when we’re ready when…
We can love properly
We can make a total commitment
We can take the responsibility of our own emotions
We can sense God’s perfect peace
We listed down our individual boundaries for what is acceptable and unacceptable in terms of physical intimacy. We’re to remember God’s Word that our body is the temple of the Holy Spirit ( 1 Cor 6:19) and we’re to obey His Word in 1 Thess 4:3-5.
How can a young man keep his way pure? By keeping it according to your word. ( Psalms 119:9)
And most of all if we’ve already crossed the line/ God’s boundaries, we HAVE to CONFESS, ASK FOR FORGIVENESS & REPENT!!!
We cleaned up the vastry so that it could be used as a yf room. Before that we had a little workshop by BEN about the lessons on Service. We were taught to imagine ourselves in the roles of Matthew 25: 31-46. It made us thought about the difference between the sheep & the goat & the lessons learnt from it.
For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God:
Ephesians 2:8
What good is it, dear brothers and sisters, if you say you have faith but don't show it by your actions? Can that kind of faith save anyone?Suppose you see a brother or sister who has no food or clothing,and you say, "Good-bye and have a good day; stay warm and eat well"—but then you don't give that person any food or clothing. What good does that do?
So you see, faith by itself isn't enough. Unless it produces good deeds, it is dead and useless. Now someone may argue, "Some people have faith; others have good deeds." But I say, "How can you show me your faith if you don't have good deeds? I will show you my faith by my good deeds."
James 2:12-18
How has your deeds demonstrated your faith in Jesus Christ?