JAN 14 & 15, 2017HIGH PRAISES & A DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD

THE WORD EMPOWERED

CHURCHSENIOR PASTOR DANIEL FOO

UPCOMING MESSAGES

JAN 21 & 22, 2017 (DEPUTY SENIOR PASTOR CHUA SENG LEE)Blessings Reloaded

JAN 29, 2017 (ELDER EDRIC SNG)Anointing for Good Works (Acts 10:38)

BETHESDA (BEDOK-TAMPINES) CHURCH LTD300 Bedok North Ave 3Singapore 469717Email: admin@bbtc.com.sgTelephone: 6645 0700

This newsletter can also be downloaded at www.bbtc.com.sg/newsletter.

YOUTH CHURCHChapel4pm–6pm

ENGLISH SERVICESanctuary5pm–7pm

HOKKIEN SERVICEHall 16.45pm–8.30pm

ENGLISH SERVICESanctuary8.30am–10.30am10.45am–12.45pm

CHILDREN’S CHURCHHall 2 and Kindy Assembly Hall8.30am–10.30am10.45am–12.45pm

MANDARIN SERVICEHall 110.30am–12.30pm

FILIPINO MINISTRYChapel10.45am–12.30pm

INDONESIAN FELLOWSHIPGenesis 1-0610.45am–12.30pm

TELUGU SERVICEKindy Assembly Hall6.30pm–9.30pm

CHURCH SERVICES

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SCRIPTURE MEDITATIONPSALM 149:6Let the high praises of God be in their mouth, And a two-edged sword in their hand.

PRAYER FOCUSThat the saints will go forth, skilful in wielding the Word of God. (Psalm 149:6)

TITHES AND OFFERINGSTithes and offerings are collected at every worship service. For cheques, write “BBTC”. To tithe via bank transfer, use OCBC 591-006432-001, bank code: 7339, branch code: 591.

Please note that the account number published in the Nov 5-6 and Nov 12-13, 2016, newsletters was incorrect. If you transmitted any funds to that account, which begins with “514”, please contact angeline@bbtc.com.sg.

UPCOMING EVENTSLeaders Dedication 2017

Bilingual Healing Service

Blessing Campaign 2017

RTF 2017 Batch 1

Pre-marital course

Baptism service

JAN 8-29

JAN 14

JAN 20 –FEB 12

FEB 18 & MAR 4

FEB 18 –APR 1

APR 16

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LEADERS DEDICATION 2017JAN 14-15, 2017 (SATURDAY & SUNDAY SERVICES)CP, CO, CS, CGL, ACGLs: Tribes of Chosen Gen, David, Lion of Judah, Royal Priesthood, Youth Church

MINISTRY LEADERS/HEADS/CORE GROUP: KFC, POP Excel, Hokkien Service, Bilingual Healing Service, Mid-Week Fellowship Seniors Ministry

JAN 21-22, 2017 (SATURDAY & SUNDAY SERVICES)CP, CO, CS, CGL, ACGLs: Tribes of Antioch Gatekeepers, Asher, Dan, EverJoyful, Sanctuary, Hallelujah, Niko, Wise, Vineyard

MINISTRY LEADERS/HEADS/CORE GROUP: NDT & DTC teachers, Pre-marital Course trainers, intercessors, Breakthrough House, BCCSC, BBTK, heads of Filipino & Indonesian Ministries, Alpha, educators, church staff, staff of para-church organisations and mission agencies, marketplace ministry leaders, performing arts team, Writers InC, etc

JAN 29, 2017 (SUNDAY 1ST AND 2ND SERVICES)WORSHIP TEAMS for all services, SERVICE TEAM and WELCOME TEAM heads

SERVICES ON CHINESE NEW YEAR WEEKENDNO ENGLISH, YOUTH, HOKKIEN SERVICES ON JAN 28

Please note that in view of Chinese New Year, there will be no Saturday Service, Youth Church and Hokkien Service on Saturday, Jan 28. Mandarin Worship, English Worship 1st and 2nd Service (8.30am & 10.45am) will be held as per normal on Sunday, Jan 29. The general office will be closed at 1pm on Friday, Jan 27.

BLESSING CAMPAIGN 2017The theme for this year’s Blessing Campaign is BEYOND ACTS.

We want to move from just an external act of blessing to an inward motivation that will translate into a lifestyle. This year, we’d like to encourage us to go beyond individual acts to collective works of faith as a community, be it your cell group, cluster or tribe. The campaign will last from Jan 20 to Feb 12.

Watch out for more information from your leaders in the weeks to come!

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BATCH 1 SESSION CONTENT

Feb 18 AM only Teach-in

March 4 AM/PM Ministry Session

BATCH 2 SESSION CONTENT

May 6 AM only Teach-in

May 27 AM/PM Ministry Session

BATCH 3 SESSION CONTENT

Aug 19 AM only Teach-in

Sep 9 AM/PM Ministry Session

BATCH 4 SESSION CONTENT

Nov 4 AM only Teach-in

Nov 25 AM/PM Ministry Session

RESTORING THE FOUNDATIONS @ BBTC 2017REGISTRATION FOR THE FEBRUARY-MARCH BATCH IS NOW OPEN!

As part of BBTC’s IDMC process, Restoring the Foundations (RTF) is an integrated ministry tool that will help BBTCians receive God’s restorative healing, deliverance and ultimately breakthroughs to become effective Priests and Kings for the Lord.

PARTICIPANTS WILL BE MINISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING 4 AREAS1. SOFC: Sins of the Fathers and the Resulting Curses (Exodus 20:3-6, Galatians 3:13)

2. UGB: Ungodly Beliefs (Romans 12:2)

3. SSH: Soul/Spirit Hurts (Luke 4:18)

4. DO: Demonic Oppression (1 John 3:8)

EACH BATCH OF MINISTRY COMPRISE OF 2 HALF-DAY SESSIONSTEACH-IN SESSION: Overview of RTF ministry and Personal Questionnaire (PQ) filling. MINISTRY SESSION: Participants will be allocated either a morning or afternoon session for Ministry.

FOUR BATCHES OF MINISTRY WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE TO BBTCIANS IN 2017

REGISTRATION FOR BATCH 1 IS NOW OPENSign up online at http://tinyurl.com/RTF1-ladies, or http://tinyurl.com/RTF1-men, respectively. For more information on RTF, contact Priscilla at priscillawan@bbtc.com.sg.

TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR DONATIONS TO BCCSCBethesda Care and Counselling Services Centre depends on voluntary donations from individuals and organisations. As BCCSC continues to help those in need, we need your support. If you’re issuing a cheque to BCCSC, please write your name, NRIC and contact number on the back of the cheque. For donations via Giro, contact angxinyi@bccsc.org. All donations to BCCSC enjoy 2.5x tax exemption.

ANNOUNCEMENTSSERMON NOTESSERMON NOTES

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THE WORD-EMPOWERED CHURCHTHEME: HIGH PRAISES & A DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD SP DANIEL FOO JAN 14 & 15, 2017

PSALM 149:6

The Word of God is ________________________________ Eph 6:17

and __________________________________________. Psalm 149:6

Heb 4:12

I. W____ BUILD A STRONG WORD-LIFE?

1. Because it is S________ L____ to us. John 6:63

2. Because it gives D_________ in life. Psalm 119:105

3. Because it is L_____ and H________ to us. Pro 4:20-22

4. Because God always F________ His Word. Psalm 138:2

II. P_______ TO RECEIVE R__________ IN PARTAKING THE WORD.

1. We must R__________ partake the Word.

M___________

R___________

S___________

R___________

H___________

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2. We must P_______ to partake the Word. Pro 4:20-23

3. We posture to receive R___________ and F______. rom 10:17

III. WE MUST E__________ THE WORD TO DEVELOP FAITH CONVICTIONS. 1 Pet 2:2-3

When we continually S______ on the Word and E___________ God coming

through for us, we grow Faith Conviction!

Issues in Life Faith Convictions

e.g. #1 Regarding N_____ Knowing and experiencing God as

P________

e.g. #2 Regarding S________ Knowing and experiencing God as

H______.

e.g. #3 Regarding D_______ to life Knowing and experiencing God as

P_________.

e.g. #4 Regarding S_______,

A________ and F_____ (SAF)

Knowing and experiencing the

P_______ of God.

IV. DEVELOP A W_________ K___________ OF THE WORD OF GOD. HOW?

1. R__________ from R_________ partaking the Word.

2. M_________ to get the Word I____ us.

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3. C__________ - A___________ to E___________ the Word.

A. To C_______ is to S______ F____ the Word. Pro 18:21

Job 22:28

Speaking forth the word is a range of verbal activities:

B. This is known as developing the S______ of F_____.

2 Cor 4:13

C. The mouth speaks from the overflow of the H______.

Matt 12:34b

D. Therefore, G_____ the heart and fill it with the W_____.

Psalm 119:11

Col 3:16

4A. To have a W_______ knowledge of the Word is to W_____ the

Sword of the Spirit.

4B. It is to B_______ the Word and S_______ it forth for

its desired outcome.

V. D______ O_________ OF WIELDING [BELIEVE AND SPEAK] THE WORD:

1. For S_________. Rom 10:9-10

Praying for Salvation of Loved Ones 2 Cor 4:3-4, 6

Matt 12:29

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2. For wisdom to make my way P___________. Joshua 1:8

Psalm 1:1-3

3. The Word is key to A_________ P_______. John 15:7

4. To be a K_____ as called by the Lord with His delegated authority.

Rev 1:5-6

Ecc 8:4

As kings, we speak to the M___________ [demons, sickness, situations, etc.]

Speaking to the mountain is N____ speaking to God.

A. Speaking to God is prayer as a P_______.

B. Speaking to the mountain is our commanding and rebuking the

mountain as a K______.

i. C_____ out demons. Luke 10:19

ii. Rebuke S__________ and D___________. Luke 4:39

iii. Take authority over the E___________ of our situations.

Matt 21:19

MARk 11:21

BOTTOM-LINE Psalm 103:20

1 Samuel 3:19

Isaiah 61:3

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PRE-MARITAL COURSE, FEB 18-APRIL 1MANDATORY FOR ALL COUPLES PLANNING TO GET MARRIED

This is a 7-session pre-marital programme for those planning to get married in 2017 and 2018.

DATE : Feb 18 to April 1 – every Saturday for 6 sessions A final 7th session will be held within 2 months before the wedding ceremony

TIME : 9.30am-12.30pm

VENUE : Kindy Hall, Basement

TRAINERS : Ps Jerry & Samantha Chia; Robin and Angel Lim; Ting Kwee Cheong & Wong Lai Lin

COST : $30 per couple, for Prepare/Enrich online inventory. Payment made using credit card upon log in.

FORMAT : 2 sessions of biblical teaching and discussion 4 sessions of Prepare/Enrich program 7th session is a pre-marital couple counselling session with Ps Jerry & Samantha

For further details of the course, please refer to the BBTC Website at www.bbtc.com.sg.Please register with Jessica at jessica@bbtc.com.sg before Monday, Feb 6.

BAPTISM SERVICE ON APRIL 16LESSONS FACILITATORS DATE TIME

1. Assurance of Salvation2. Living the Christian Life

Elder Goh Hock ChyeElder Loh Kok Guan

Feb 16 (Thursday) at Genesis 1-02 8-10pm

3. Baptism4. Lord’s Supper

Elder Ho Tuck LehElder Edric Sng

Feb 23 (Thursday) at Genesis 1-02 8-10pm

5. Steps to Freedom Elder Lok Vi Ming March 2 (Thursday) at Genesis 1-02 8-10pm

Baptism Interviews and Spiritual Preparatory Session

To be advised 2 Separate Sessions To be advised

Applicants for baptism MUST attend all classes on the specific dates. Please register online at http://tinyurl.com/BBTC-Baptism2017. Alternatively, application forms are available at the In-Trays outside the Sanctuary. Completed forms are to be deposited into the Drop-in box at the same level. Registration closes on Monday, Feb 13.

For any queries, please contact joannahan@bbtc.com.sg or 6645 0705.

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CONDOLENCESWe extend our heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies to Ngien Hoon Kiat & Poh Choo on the homecall of Hoon Kiat’s beloved father, the late Mr Ngien Luck Jen, on Jan 8.

We extend our heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies to Daphne & Jocylyn Tan on the homecall oftheir beloved grandfather, the late Mr Tan Kim Joo, on Jan 10.

SIGN UP FOR THE GROWING DISCIPLES’ TRACKREGISTRATION CLOSES MONDAY, FEB 6. COST: $10

The GDT is about developing our spiritual life intentionally and systematically. The Discipleship Training Course (DTC 1, 2 and 3) is a core curriculum of this track. Each course runs weekly for 12 sessions. As the DTC programme is progressive, one must have finish an earlier course before proceeding to another – for example, those intending to attend DTC 2 should have completed DTC 1.

FACILITATORS FOR SUNDAY CLASSES (Feb 19-May 7, 8.30am to 10am)DTC 1 : Soon Nyuk Choo and Catherine Wee

DTC 2: Wong Chee Boon and Eunice Sui

DTC 3: Patrick Koh, Angela Ow and Shirley Loh

FACILITATORS FOR WEDNESDAY CLASSES (Feb 22-May 10, 8pm to 9.30pm)DTC 1: TBC

DTC 2: Michael Ng

DTC 3: Florence Tan

DTC 1 registration link: http://tinyurl.com/hmsw4yf

DTC 2 registration link: http://tinyurl.com/hbgpahn

DTC 3 registration link: http://tinyurl.com/jskvjr7

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TESTIMONIES FROM DTC CLASSES FROM AUGUST–NOVEMBER 2016 CLASSES

PATRICIA WONG, DTC 1 All Scripture is inspired by God (2 Timothy 3:16). From my DTC class, I learnt to appreciate Scripture memory and enjoy writing as many Bible verses as possible in my journal book. I’ll try to live up to the verses I’ve memorised. Now I enjoy doing my quiet time, seeking His face and communicating with the Lord every day and night. I’m learning to love God deeply and understand Him better.

EDWIN LEE, DTC 1The Scripture memory practice helps me to build a strong foundation which is necessary in my Christian journey, enabling me to witness for Christ more effectively and allowing me to speak words of encouragement to those who are facing challenging circumstances. DTC places emphasis on quiet time, which involves starting the day by seeking God, because receiving a “download” or scriptural verse from the Lord will help to make my day more productive for His glory and honour. I am reminded to acknowledge that Jesus Christ is the King and Lord over my life by giving Him full authority to rule my life. In order to know the plans that God has in store for me, I need to read the Bible daily, speak to God frequently through prayer and build an intimate relationship with Him.

ÉCLAIR LEE, DTC 2 To me, the best part of our DTC class was how Patrick and Angela put aside lesson time to facilitate the weekly discussion on what we discovered during our quiet time. That was very stimulating for both new believers like me as well as other mature believers, because all of us got to experience how great God is through each other’s quiet time. We also analysed and sought answers to any query that popped up during our sharing. Another takeaway was the extended quiet time during the last lesson. It was a fruitful finisher to the course, because it offered a prelude to the possible integration of extended quiet time in our busy lives. It shows me how I can become closer to God if I find more time to spend with Him, and provides me the structure to do so.

EILEEN CHONG, DTC 2In the past, the Bible was always the last book I reached out for as I felt it was too much to read and, most times, too difficult to understand. At DTC 2, I learnt that one can read numerous books from famous authors but none can provide the answers on how we should live our life as Christians and what we should do in order to fulfil God’s will. I learnt more about God’s Word and that it is a gracious act of God to provide us with an “official” guide - Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth (BIBLE). Such a valuable asset God has given us.

HENRI TRAN, DTC 3I am really glad to have joined the DTC class. DTC is a good tool to share knowledge among mature and young believers. Through the study of Scripture and sharing of our journey and experiences, we grow together and bonded. We are all here to learn more of Him.

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SHAREWe want to hear your testimony

We are looking for testimonies, especially if you have been ministered by the word of knowledge shared over the pulpit. Submit your testimony to huaichieh@bbtc.com.sg.

NEED HELP?Caring for the community

Bethesda Care & Counselling Services Centre (BCCSC) serves the children, youths, families and the elderly in need in Bedok. Find out more about our range of services at www.bccsc.org.

BAPTISMDeclare your faith

Baptism services are held thrice a year in BBTC — on Resurrection Sunday, National Day weekend and Christmas. Application forms are available outside the Sanctuary.

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Weren’t able to attend service, or want to listen to a sermon for a second time? All our sermons are available online at www.bbtc.com.sg/audio-sermons-2016.

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