FUNDAMENTAL CHRISTIAN MINISTRY

(A ministry by Calvary Bible Presbyterian Church (Tengah)

to NIE, NTU, NUS and Polytechnics)
NEWSLETTER VOL 2/2002
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THE “FEAR” IN STUDIES
Preacher Ho Chee Lai
New Bible Study Leader for Poly FCM
Gospel Light BPC
In today’s society, the school is a stressful environment for a student desiring to pursue
an education. The expectation to perform surpasses the actual value of what education can
offer. The student is not only expected to pass his examinations, but with flying colours. A
grade below “A” is deeply frowned upon by high-expectant parents. How can one get good
grades without over-stretching himself? If there were such a formula, many would have done
anything to lay their hands on this priceless asset. Thus, the pursuit of academic excellence, for
many, was purchased at a high price. One of the most traded things in a student’s life in this
pursuit is his spiritual life. At dawn, morning devotion became early morning revision. At dusk,
the wearied body succumbed to the stranglehold of the “Zzzz” monster.
O, Christian students, beware! Take the advice from the Bible, “The fear of the Lord is
the beginning of wisdom (Proverbs 9:10; Ps 111:10; and “knowledge” in Proverbs 1:7). The fear
of the Lord is not a blind fear of the unknown or a fear of fate. It comprises a reverential awe for
the Almighty God who is the Creator of the cosmos and the Saviour of mankind. To fear the
Lord, is to acknowledge Jehovah as God. One who truly fears the Lord will understand the
importance of worshipping God on the Lord’s Day. He will see the worshipping of his Lord as a
duty, which he owes his Creator. He will set his mind and purpose in his heart a determination
to praise the Lord with all his being. He will always put the Lord first, regardless of his
examinations. This will become his testimony of the presence of the living and true God in him.
Moreover, the fear of the Lord will prompt him to study the Word of God diligently. His daily
appointment with the Lord will not cease and his desire to seek the truth will grow with each
passing day.
Dear students, do you feel that your spiritual life constantly deteriorates during
examinations? Do you find yourself giving excuses of not going to church on the Lord’s Day, or,
giving the slightest reason not to serve Lord? If you are in such a predicament, it is time to
examine your priorities in your studies. Start it right, at the beginning of the semester, and not
until when examinations are just round the corner. Purpose in your heart the desire to fear the
Lord the whole semester through. Commit your whole desire unto the Lord. Do as taught by
the psalmist: “Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.
Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass.” (Psalm 37:4-5).
Personally, I have experienced the fruit of fearing the Lord always. I made it a point to
fulfill all my commitment to the Lord, even during my examinations period. My attendance at
worship services and prayer meetings never fail. Serving the Lord on the Lord’s Day went on as
“business as usual.” I have found great blessings of God through this practice. Firstly, I
became more efficient in my time management. Knowing that part of the time has to be set
aside for the Lord, I could ill afford to waste any minute. With prudence in time management, I
realized that wastage of time has been converted to use time for the Lord. Secondly, I find
much encouragement mingling with Christian brothers and sisters. Their words of
encouragement are uplifting. Their constant show of care and concern in their prayers for me
edifies my spiritual being. Thirdly, I also find the much needed rest and relaxation for the body.
The indefinitely long period of studies have resulted in a permanent arching of my body, an

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 over-straining of the eyes, and an under-exercising of the limbs. The time spent at church gives
me an opportunity to relax my body for my health’s sake.
At the end of the day, what matters most to us, is not how man measures us but how the
Lord measures us. Are we found wanting in the Lord’s balance? Some think that by sacrificing
every thing and giving all their strength to get good grades is the way to please the Lord. But
what does the Bible say? “He delighteth not in the strength of the horse: he taketh not pleasure
in the legs of a man. The LORD taketh pleasure in them that fear him, in those that hope in his
mercy” (Psalm 147:10-11). May the Lord grant us discernment, commitment and contentment,
as we strive to be a good Christian student, fearing the Lord always.

Brief History of Kemaman Life BPC

Pastor Wee Eng Moh

How did the Kemaman Life B-P Church first come into being? Who were involved in this
initial pioneering work? The following is a brief history of the church which testifies of the
faithfulness of God.

In 1993, the late Rev John Ling, an FEBC graduate, and Pastor of Kelapa Sawit B-P Church,
was invited to serve in the Chinese Presbyterian Church in Kemaman, Trengganu. He took up
the offer and became her Pastor. He soon saw the need for an English service, and requested
help from Life B-P Church, Singapore, to supply speakers for the pulpit ministry.
The English service was inaugurated on 1st July 1994. Ministers from the various B-P
Churches took turns to fill the pulpit three times a month. Rev John Ling worked hard for the
church. It was his weekly routine to wake up at 4.30 a.m. to fetch preachers and helpers from
the bus-stop to the church.
In June 1996, however, Rev Ling’s health began to deteriorate - he was suffering from heart
failure. Due to his poor health, he resigned and went to Singapore for treatment. Rev Ling went
home to be with the Lord two years ago. We thank God for the faithful service of His devoted
servant.
On 29 May 1998, both the Chinese and English churches agreed to a parting of ways. The
Chinese congregation decided to remain under the Synod of the Presbyterian Church in Kuala
Lumpur. The English service, however, branched out as a separatist church known as
Kemaman Life B-P Church. With this separation came an unexpected development. Some
members of the Chinese congregation decided to join the ministry of Kemaman Life. As a
result, the Chinese service started with a small congregation, led by Rev Kim Kah Teck (now
ministering in Malacca).
We thank God for His
faithful servants, Dr and Mrs
Wee Tiong Soon, who with
the help of a committee,
have taken over the work of
the ministry. May the Lord
keep them faithful in their
labour of love to God’s glory.
Let us pray with the church
that the Lord will provide
them with a full-time pastor
soon.

‘Sunday’ School in Dr and Mrs Wee’s house every Friday.

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 Report of Mission trip to Kemaman and Kuantan
Desmond (Reporter)
Thank the Lord for enabling a team of 5
from FCM to go up to Kemaman and Kuantan
from 24th June to 29th June 2002. Our aim was
to minister to the brethren there as well as help
out in the Sunday school. The team consists of
Patrick (Arts FCM), Desmond (Science FCM),
Phoebe (Poly FCM), Zuyi (Alumni) and
Junsheng (NTU FCM). This is actually a Life
BPC outreach, and it’s about 8 years old. Much
of the work is done by Dr Wee and Mrs Wee,
but every week, preachers and teachers from
Singapore will go there to support the ministry.
The team took a 6-hour coach ride from
Singapore to Kemaman. We stayed at Dr and Friday dinner before Worship.
Mrs Wee’s home. We reached there early Tuesday morning, and we have a short morning
devotion to start off the day. We contacted Mrs Wee later and she came to fetch us. We had a
short rest and we began our work then. Throughout the day, we used vanguard sheets to
prepare many songs to teach the children at ‘Sunday’ school (actually, the Sabbath at
Kemaman is on Friday).
The brethren in Kemaman were studying the book of Exodus, and Junsheng was asked
to lead in the bible study. We had a time of sharing and prayer meeting. We had dinner
fellowship after that.
On Wednesday, we began our preparations for the Gospel rally scheduled for Thursday
by going tracting. Mrs Wee brought us to two Chinese districts as we paired up and went door to
door inviting many to the Gospel rally. It’s much easier to tract in Kemaman since everyone
knows Dr and Mrs Wee. We distributed tracts and invited them to come to their home. It was
held at the home instead of the church because it will be less formal, and they are afraid their
friends or neighbours might see them going to church. We set up the place for the gospel rally
and had a time of song practice.
With much prayer and labour, God moved the hearts of many on Thursday evening to
attend the Gospel rally at Dr and Mrs Wee’s house. In fact many more came than we expected.
I think there were almost 80 people, and they had to sit at the dining room and the stairs as
Preacher Quek Kheng Kwang, brought to us the Gospel message, “Are You Satisfied With
Life?” Patrick provided the interpretation into Mandarin for us. Preacher Quek later revealed that
it was the first time he was preaching for a Gospel rally, while Patrick told us it was also the first
time he provided an interpretation for a sermon. But indeed, we understood that it is God who
works through us, through our prayers, for His strength is made perfect in our weakness.
Indeed, the Spirit moved the hearts of some to accept the Gospel and we praise God for the
free offer of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that
believeth.
Friday was their Sabbath day, and they had the ‘Sunday’ School and youth Bible Study
in the afternoon. Zuyi and Phoebe taught the Sunday School while Preacher Quek gave an
exhortation to the youths and Junsheng taught them from the book of Acts. We played games
with the children, and we taught them new action songs. The Kuantan children are really very
much different from Kemaman. The Kuantan children are so active, naughty and noisy! Yet they
invite their friends and relatives to Sunday School! If their parents found out that they are
attending Sunday school, they would ‘lie low’ for a while, and they would ask Mrs Wee to fetch
them from their friends home! They are so unlike the children in Kemaman! So we must thank
God for they truly seek after God’s word even at such a tender age! I could see the girls really
enjoyed teaching the kids, from their joyous expressions as they shared with us their experience
during our own ‘nightly’ prayer meetings and sharings sessions. Their Sabbath Worship began
at 8.30 in the evening, and it was held on the second storey of one of the shop houses. It was
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the last message of their series, biblical truths from great hymns, and Preacher Quek exhorted
on the second coming of Christ. We presented a song item as well.
On Saturday, we proceeded on to Kuantan, an hour’s drive from Kemaman in Mrs Wee’s
van. There is a bungalow converted into a church, which Mrs Wee described as a church
building without church members. Even as the Gospel was freely brought to them in Kemaman,
they were quick and fervent in their efforts to bring the Gospel to others. Hence, this is a
daughter outreach from Kemaman, where there are about 60 kids attending the Sunday School,
and one family attending the weekly Bible study. There is no worship service yet, but we pray
and believe that God will prosper His ministry. It is really an eye-opener to see a Gospel ministry
starting from scratch, what looks like even an impossible task, but made possible by the faith,
and prayers, and fervent labour of His servants. We’re privileged that God found us worthy to
even have a small part in His ministry as we taught them precious lessons from the Bible. I
taught the P3 and P4s the story of the calling of Moses at the burning bush while the girls took
the younger class. For me, the language barrier (of having to teach in Chinese) proved to be a
stumbling block, but I drew lessons from God’s reply to Moses (ironically in the lesson I’ve
prepared), “Who hath made man's mouth? or who maketh the dumb, or deaf, or the seeing, or
the blind? have not I the LORD?” (Ex 4:11).
After the kids left, we cleaned up the place and in the evening, Patrick led a Bible Study
on 1 John 1 with the Yong family, and the two daughters attended the Bible study. Once again,
in spite of some language difficulties and inexperience, God spoke through His Word as we
learnt profound truths from this short chapter. Immediately after the Bible study, we rushed into
a cab waiting for us outside and made our way to the coach station. We arrived in Singapore at
5am on Sunday with tired bodies and joyful hearts, even as we prepare to worship Him on our
Sabbath. Indeed, nothing is impossible with God, if only we would pray and believe in Him.

Testimonies from Kemaman Mission Trip

Phoebe Goh
Poly FCM Student Co-coordinator
Hello brothers and sisters in Christ!
Indeed the mission trip to Kemaman has been
a very fruitful one for me and I believe for the
others too. This is my second mission trip and
I must say that this is quite different from the
last one I went. I went to Thailand last year
and it was a mission awareness but this trip
requires me to help out in the ministry there. It
is a second taste of the pie in the sense that
we really experience how Dr. and Mrs Wee
Phoebe and Zuyi teaching the children. feel when they take care of the church there.
There are no full time workers to help them so
they practically take care of the whole church.
God has truly blessed this couple even as they go about doing His work. During the one
week that I was there, Mrs Wee was constantly busy, whether it was preparing for the gospel
rally, visiting friends or members of the church, she always did it with a joyful heart. She
believes that whatever she goes through, whether it be a small thing like losing a passport or
money, she puts her whole trust in God that He will definitely see her through and everything
will turn out right. She knows what is happening to every member of the church or someone
who has not been to church for a long time. This applies not only to the adults, but also to the
children and the youths. I have never seen such love for people, both to the non-believers and
believers there. Her commitment to bring these people to know the Lord and enjoy Him forever
reminds me of how we should have this kind of heart towards those around us too. We should
learn to love our enemies and our Christian brethren and go forth bravely into the world with our
faces glowing because we have Jesus Christ in our hearts. Can others see Jesus in us? Are our

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lives bearing fruits for the Lord and do we serve God with our whole mind, body and soul?
Where is the conviction for lost souls and God’s people?
While we were there, Zuyi, Desmond and myself were given the opportunity to teach the
Sunday school. Zuyi and I combined classes on both occasions to teach the children together.
At Kemaman and Kuantan, we taught the children new songs and they were very enthusiastic to
learn them, even though the songs were in English. Unlike the children in Singapore, they will
not disturb one another or cause much trouble but will keep very quiet and listen. Even when we
taught them a very long memory verse from Matthew 6: 19-20 and James 1:5 respectively, the
children tried their best to memorize them. One difference between the Kemaman and Kuantan
children is that the children in Kuantan are from the city and are more rowdy and mischievous.
But it is the joy to see their faces light up when they sing for Lord or eager to do the worksheets
given to them or even the art and craft.
Most of the members from Kemaman church are not regular and do not put God as their
first priority. As for Kuantan, there is a church building there but are no members to form the
church. Only Sunday school is held there, it is sad to see that the people in Kuantan are afraid
of coming to church and even for the people in Kemaman too. We must continue to pray for
them that the more people will open their hearts to the gospel that they may not be afraid to let
their neighbours know that they are going to church.
Overall, I learnt to place more faith in God and have a childlike faith as we must truly
depend on God that everything will turn out well and I thank Dr. and Mrs Wee for their
hospitality. I have also benefited a lot from the sharings and fellowship with the other FCMers
and Preacher Quek Kheng Khuang. I hope to have more love for others like Dr. and Mrs Wee
and would like to encourage all of you to go for a mission trip. It will encourage your heart
greatly as well as the people there.

Ye Zuyi
Poly FCM Alumni
Even as I stepped down from
the coach at 3:45 am, I couldn’t see
much of the surroundings in
Kemaman. As the darkness covered
the surroundings, I thought Kemaman
would just be like other small kampong
town in Malaysia. However, to my
surprise, most of the people stay in a
bungalow and owns at least one car.
Though Kemaman is not a city area,
everyone is relatively prosperous and
have a stable life, as the cost of living
is relatively low. Everyone has more
Zuyi and Phoebe Tracting. than sufficient to spend and eat. Due
to this sufficiency, most of them do not
feel the need to believe in God and attend Church services, because their money and
possessions are filling up this spiritual void. Indeed, it is really a spiritual battle for all the
Christians here too! Kemaman is truly a hard sowing ground for the Gospel Seed. Most of the
Seeds fall upon the wayside, stony place or on thorns. Though that may be the situation, we still
must thank God for raising up His faithful servants- Dr and Mrs Wee. It has been very tough for
them as they are the only ones who fully commit themselves to the work of God. Through their
sharings, we can understand how they could feel the sense of urgency to spread the Gospel to
the unbelievers. Though they are much blessed with a comfortable life, they did not abuse and
spend their money on things that perish. As a couple, who are highly respected in Kemaman,
they are not arrogant. Instead, they are charitable to those who need help and they spend their
money for the furtherance of God’s kingdom. I could see that they are truly applying this verse in
their life, “Charge them that are rich in this world, that they may be not highminded, nor trust in
uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy;” 1Tim 6:17. As Dr
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Wee has to work in his clinic, therefore, Mrs Wee is always the one who will run about the whole
town of Kemaman to catch up with her church members and even to visit those “lost sheep”.
Personally, her testimony is a great encouragement to me. Though her age is catching up, she
never ceases to work for the Lord and we must thank God for giving her a good memory. Mrs
Wee can remember almost everyone in Kemaman, even their residence and the spiritual
conditions of her church members. Her love for the Lord has truly been reflected upon her love
for the church and the members. She truly makes me understand this, “Preach the Word; be
instant in season, out of season; …” 2 Tim 4:2a, and “Redeeming the time for the days are evil”
Eph 4:16. Even as I share so much of my experience and testimony, I pray that this will touch
some of your hearts, especially to those who has yet to go for any mission trips before. Every
mission fields has their own sets of challenge and problems, but in each and every one of them,
God’s presence and working can be seen. Pray that all of you will attempt to purpose in your
heart to go for at least one mission trip so that the Lord will be able to show you more about His
work and His power in people’s life. Ponder over this, “Few can go, some can give, all can
pray!” Hope that all of you will endeavor to go, but if u cannot, just remember to pray for them.

Brother Patrick Tan

Arts FCM
The purpose of this testimony is just to
say that the Lord is very good. For what else
can we say? For without Christ, we can do
nothing. If not for his mercy and grace, there’s
nothing we can do. For it is not of him that
willeth, nor of him that runneth, but of God that
sheweth mercy. Mission work is ultimately
about the conversion of souls and the
furtherance of God’s kingdom for His glory. It is
ultimately about ‘heart’ work and not just hard
work. It is a spiritual warfare and only God can Great Feast again!
give the increase. However, mission work is
also about how it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe. It is
about offering ourselves as unprofitable servants and doing that which is our reasonable duty.
But be sure there will be obstacles, for we war not against flesh and blood, but…
When trial and temptation comes (I had sore throat and tried to be temperate with
certain food): “For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our
infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin.” (Heb 4: 15)
When doubting my ability (whether I can fulfill my role well in this trip): “Trust the Lord
with all thine heart, and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge
him, and he shall direct thy path.” (Prov 3: 5,6) “If God is for us, who can be against us?”
When discouraged (by the spirit of lukewarmness & behavior of some rebellious Sunday
school kids): “And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint
not.”(Gal 6: 9) “They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.”(Psalm 126: 5)
This team trip, we learnt to bear each other’s burden, prayed for one another,
encouraged one another unto love and good works… “Blest be the tie that binds, the bond of
Christian love!” However, our puny effort in this trip is starkly insignificant when compared to the
works of Love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness and
temperance of God’s lively stones there. Indeed our greatest blessing is witnessing God
working in and through the lives of Dr (Dn.) and Mrs. Wee, and Wendy which provoked us to be
followers of them, as they follow Christ.” But the harvest truly is plenteous, but the laborers few.
Who else is on the Lord’s side? Who for Him will go?
Our homework : “Pray without ceasing.” (1Thess 5: 17)

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Junsheng
NTU FCM

Thank God for this opportunity to lead this team of five up Kemaman. I have been there
before at each time I go there, I thought I can minister to the brethren there, but instead came
back more ministered than before. Thank God for Wendy (from Life BPC) who helped us with so
many things in our preparation for the trip. I felt so inadequate to lead, as each day approaches,
there’s changes here and there, some things are not confirmed, some things are not done yet.
But with much prayer, we finally set off for Kemaman on Monday night.
When we reached there on Tuesday morning after the bus ride of 8 hours, we had a
short devotion to start off our 1st day in Kemaman. Everyday we would have morning devotion
and every night prayer meeting. I was asked to lead in the Tuesday Bible Study with the
members in Kemaman. I was taken by surprise when she asked me to lead in the bible study
after a casual remark to Mrs Wee that I took Exodus night class before. I was busy helping out
with the preparation with Sunday School materials, and I must say I was not prepared. Thank
God for many lessons learnt at Exodus night class in FEBC, I was able to share the many
lessons from chapter 2.
It’s amazing sometimes how Mrs Wee can work. As we were preparing for our work, Mrs
Wee can be cooking a few dishes at one time, and calling up members and friends to come for
the gospel rally. The sisters were reminded of being a helpmeet to their future husbands, and
the brothers, the importance of a virtuous wife.
Our hearts were filled with joy when God brought many people to the Gospel rally. Dr
Wee told me that those who came were mainly non-believers. Praise the Lord! As we went
tracting door to door the day before, we being of little faith thought that few would come. As
Kemaman is a small town, everyone knows who Dr and Mrs Wee are. So if you are lost, just
ask anyone in the streets. They would know where they live!
On Friday, Kemaman’s Sabbath day, I taught the youths from the book of Acts 4:13-22. I
challenged them to be bold like Peter and John, to profess the truth that they have and to stand
up for Christ. Not to be a ‘Friday’ Christian but everyday! Thank God for using me to share my
experiences with them and I pray that they will keep the lessons learnt in their hearts. I also
reminded them about the purpose of why they came to Dr Wee’s house every Friday, whether it
is for the food, for friends, or for the Word of God.
Thank God for giving us this opportunity to serve Him in Kemaman and Kuantan. Many
of us were tired after our church camps, FCM camp, industrial attachment, etc. yet God gave us
strength to sustain us during the trip. We have learnt many precious lessons while we were
there, and one of them is not to take our learning of God’s word for granted. They do not have a
full time pastor or worker to help out in the work there. Dr and Mrs Wee have been labouring on
and on every week, waking up in the middle of the night to pick up speakers and helpers. We
were tired after one week, yet they will be doing it
for, God willing, many years to come. Their labour
of love really touched our hearts as we relate this to
our FCM group today, though small in numbers, yet
we must continue to labour for the Lord. May the
Lord find us faithful!

Matthew 25:21 “His lord said unto him, Well

done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast
been faithful over a few things, I will make thee
ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy
of thy lord.”

We will go back to Kemaman again!

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 FCM Camp Report
In-Christ,
Desmond
FCM Camp Master

We thank God for a very blessed time at FCM camp 2002. I thank God also for this
opportunity to be involved in organizing the camp as camp master, and want to take this
opportunity to thank all my committee members especially whom I have learnt much from, and
those who have helped in some way to make this camp possible.
With much prayer, and human labour as well, we have almost 20 full-timers and roughly
the same number of part-timers from about 10 different churches, and a handful of brethren
from the Chinese congregation as well. It is encouraging to see many new faces, and I’ve
enjoyed the fellowship with everyone very much.
The theme for this camp is “Pursuit of Godliness”, and centers on the doctrine of
sanctification. In a practical sense, we learnt what sanctification truly means, which is literally,
the setting apart of His children, from
the world, for His glory. We also learnt
that at the heart of a Christian’s
sanctification lies the need for
separation from worldliness and sin.
Hence the great emphasize we have on
the doctrine of separation, and the
resultant worldliness evident in
Christians who have never heard of, or
understood, or applied these doctrines
to their lives. On the more theological
side, we looked at some erroneous
views of sanctification, even that of a
great preacher and evangelist John
LAST DAY OF CAMP Wesley, who taught that it was possible
to attain sinless perfection, and some
other errors, like equating separation with isolation. We thank God for providing His servant,
Rev Jack Sin, to teach us on this topic.
Another highlight of the camp were the three night messages brought to us by our
beloved preacher, Rev Quek SY, taken from select portions from the lives of three mighty
prophets of God, i.e. Isaiah, Jeremiah and Daniel. Through the most simple and biblical
preaching of God Word, we saw the stark parallel between the trials faced by these prophets
and that of our own lives, and were challenged to make a stand for our faith as they did in their
times. Anyway, who can forget the hymn of the night (in more than one way) – Dare to be a
Daniel? And by the way, when was Daniel taken to Babylon into captivity? Well, at least we now
all know how to draw the map of Israel.
Going back to Day 1, after the camp briefing and get-to-know-you sessions, the camp
kick started on the right note with the our mission awareness program, where we watched a
touching video, bamboo in winter. It narrates a Chinese pastor’s work in Communist China told
through the eyes of an educated and sceptical young lady. It is so titled because of a scene in
the show. The lady asked the pastor, facing persecution and death, what would happen to the
ministry if he were to die. The pastor pointed to a patch of bamboos and told to her that the work
of the Lord is like to that of these bamboos in winter conditions. People may chop these
bamboos down as much as they liked, but they will surely grow again and bamboo is strong
even in winter. God will raise His people to do His work in His perfect will. In the end, when the
pastor was captured, this lady carried on the work. Who can forget the scene where the
Christians sung the hymn, Amazing Grace, in Cantonese, just before their death. I’m sure it has
moved many of us to tears. Thank God also for the sharings from our FCMers of their wonderful
spiritual experiences at various mission trips. Indeed, God’s Word can only be truly understood
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when we start to practice it. This has really set the right ‘mood’ for the rest of the camp, where
after being challenged to step out in faith for the Lord’s work, we learnt how to prepare
ourselves for the Lord’s use through the sanctification of our lives.
On Tuesday afternoon, Rev Ronny Khoo gave us a crash course on the Hebrew
language. At the end of the workshop, we were given a verse in Psalms written in Hebrew for us
to read. He then taught us how to sing it. I’m sure Patrick and Daniel would be more than willing
to sing it for you at your request. On Wednesday, we went tracting at Jurong East and it was
really a fruitful time for most of us. I was with Lyvia and we managed to share the gospel with
many people. I hope that we will continue to pray, and if possible, follow-up on those whom we
have witnessed to. On Thursday, we watched a video about Witchcraft and Harry Potter,
followed by object lessons run by the camp committee. There were 5 stations where the
campers had to do something, and at the end of it, a biblical lesson is drawn from it. I do hope
the lesson at my station wasn’t too incomprehensible. On Friday, we had our Bible Quiz, with a
twist. Patrick and Huibing drew a wonderful, fully coloured, ‘serpent & ladder’ board for us,
where the 3 groups answered questions in a quest to reach ‘heaven’, avoiding pitfalls (serpents)
along the way by collecting various pieces of Christian armour. In the end, time was up before
the last group could reach ‘heaven’, and so they were raptured.
We then prepared for dinner, followed by a time of sharing and testimony with the elders
from Calvary Tengah. After they left, we went to Pandan reservoir to continue our sharing
session. I’ve been encouraged by the many Christians in FCM who have been a blessing
to my life and truly showed me the way a Christian ought to live his life. Thank God for the
many who have showed me over the past year, that practical, biblical, everyday Christianity, a
life in total obedience and submission to God, is still a reality today, and not an idealistic
impossibility I once thought it was during the early years of my faith. Also, I realised that in this
one year that I was in FCM, it has changed a lot and will continue to change a lot more in the
next year or so. Whether for better or worse, the exodus of old ones and the entrance of new
ones will shape the face of FCM in the years to come. But like the “bamboo in winter”, God will
always raise His people to do His work, to continue this vital ministry, this lone fundamental,
separatist voice in the sea of ecumenical compromise, so that no bible-believing Christian would
need to compromise an inch of his faith in search of Christian fellowship and ministry in tertiary
institutions. I also hope to see FCM taking on a more active evangelistic role, otherwise all that
we have learnt would avail to nothing if we do not do. I hear that tracting sessions and a Gospel
Rally are being planned. I look forward to this challenge laid before us.
And lastly, I must share about the wonderful hymns that we’ve sung throughout the
camp. I believe two of them in particular, or maybe three, have really set the mood of the camp.
It’s no coincidence that these are the most sung hymns throughout the camp. The first, of
course is our camp song, “Higher Ground” (116, RHC). If you understand this song, you
understand progressive sanctification. Like I said at my camp briefing, it is my prayer that by the
end of the camp, the words of this hymn becomes a true prayer of our hearts. I could say this is
a camp objective for everyone. I believe many had achieved it even before the camp ended.
The second one is “Is your all on the altar” (414, RHC) I believe we sung it almost once a day.
It taught me an important scriptural truth that I had known, yet somehow eluded my
understanding for much time. If there is something you are still holding back from God, unwilling
to let go, then you will search in vain for peace, and ask to no avail for faith. As for the third,
“Dare to be a Daniel” (373, RHC), well, I’ll leave to Daniel to share more with you when you
meet him. Some of the best Bible commentaries, verse expositions, sermons and doctrines are
found in the lyrics of these hymns, written by men with a deep understanding of scriptural truths.
Please do not exchange them for most of these contemporary songs with shallow lyrics written
by nominal Christians. Even children’s hymns contain more profound truths than many of them.
Well, I’ve written far more than I’ve planned to, and have shared my most heartfelt
experiences with you. So even as we labour on, may we keep ourselves in right focus, “looking
for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Savior Jesus Christ,
who gave himself for us” (Tit 2:13-14).

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Sharings from FCM camp 2002……
Thank God for this opportunity to share God’s
word with the FCM campers. I benefited from
the fellowship and the discussion. I am
encouraged by the zeal and fervor of the
campers and may the spirit of God brings to
remembrance the lessons we learnt and
heard during these 5 days to seek and study
God’s word seriously. Keep following the Lord
and grow in godliness. ~ Rev Jack Sin

Though I am not an FCMer, I have definitely

enjoyed their company. Powerful messages
that pricked my conscience, touched my heart
Back from Night Testimony time
and woke me up. ~ Eileen

I was hesitant about coming to this camp but it was a very fruitful time spent. I am challenged to
spread the gospel more boldly and to give my all to Jesus. Thank God for FCM. ~ Sharon

This is my 2nd FCM camp. I am really blessed by this theme and seek to follow what was taught
and apply to my daily life. A timely reminder before school reopens. ~ Serena

A verse to describe the fellowship that I had during FCM camp: ‘Behold, how pleasant it is for
brethren to dwell together in unity!’ Ps 133:1 PS: thank you Rev Khoo for teaching us the
Hebrew song! ~ Zuyi

This camp has challenged me to seek after the things of God, to transform and not to conform
to worldly pleasures. Many occasions along life’s journey, we forgot the most basic important
foundations of our Christian life- that we are called to be God’s people and we need to pursue
after godliness. ~ Serene

Indeed the camp was like 5 Sabbaths stringed together in a row. A small glimpse of the great
gathering in heaven, a time of spiritual awakening and fellowship among the FCMers. Praise
God from whom all blessings flow. ~ Jeanette

It is a great joy to see many new faces each year at FCM camp. Pray that the fellowship that
has begun will continue even throughout the tertiary years for each and everyone. I have gained
many spiritual lessons through my years at FCM, and it is my prayer that the Lord will continue
to sanctify many through this means of grace. As the new term starts, may we remember that
"whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God."~ Grace Tan

There was no regret joining the FCM camp. This camp had fulfilled all my expectation and I’m
now gainfully practicing all that I had learnt. The learning experience at the camp was great.
Taking part in the various games and participating in the bible quiz had boosted my confidence.
The warm and approachable FCMers have made my 5 days in the camp a fruitful one. I believe
that what I gained in this camp will definitely benefit my future. My appreciation to all FCMers:
Thank you. Your heart-warming support and guidance was very much appreciated. ~ Ying Tien

I’ve been encouraged by the many Christians in FCM who have been a blessing to my life and
truly showed me the way a Christian ought to live his life. ~ Desmond

A very big thank you for taking good care of me during my stay in FCM Camp. It is indeed by
God’s grace that I’m able to attend the camp, to learn so much from it and to be able to speak of
His goodness. I thank the Lord for each and everyone that I’ve met, especially Patrick, who has
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been a blessing to me in your own special ways. I appreciate what the Camp Committee had
done. You all have done well, all glory be unto God! Whatever God has in store for our lives, it is
my earnest prayer that we may be blessed by the camp and be challenged to lead a God-
centered life, victory over sin and be a light to shine forth for Him in this dark Non-Christian
world until our Lord returns. Amen. ~ Jason Liew

Most Singaporean students are usually all tied down with their hectic schoolwork and lifestyle,
most of as have indeed not become the Christian God would have us to be. Thank God for a
fruitful time in this FCM camp as it touched on 'The Pursuit Godliness' as it proved to be apt and
spiritually uplifting for me ~ Lyvia

The most important thing I learnt was that we should never take for granted that as Christians,
the Lord God is with us always. Hence we need to have complete faith in Him by laying all on
the altar. Once I realized this, I can finally, dare to be a Daniel. ~ Daniel

UPCOMING
EVENTS!
FCM Combined Meeting
Date: 30th Aug 2002, (Friday)
Topic: "My Campus - My Mission Field?"
Speaker: Pr Ho Chee Lai
Venue: Calvary Bible Presbyterian Church (Pandan), (AV Studio)
Address: 201 Pandan Gardens, S(609337)
Time: 6.30pm – Dinner; 7.30pm – Message
Those who would like to have dinner, please contact Grace Fu at
Hp: 98631593 or e-mail at flgrace@hotmail.com

FCM RETREAT
Date: 27th Nov – 29th Nov 2002
Theme: “Prayer”
Speaker: Rev Quek Suan Yew
Venue: Calvary Bible Presbyterian Church (Tengah)
Address: Shalom Chapel, 345 Choa Chu Kang Road, S(689485)
Contact Jun Sheng at hp: 90265218 or
E-mail at sa_jurong@hotmail.com to register now!

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Overall FCM Coordinator: Elder Boaz Boon (Calvary BP Church (Tengah))
Tel: 6892 2865 (H) 6823 3546 (O) 9824 7681 (HP)
E-mail: boaz.boon@capitaland.com.sg or boazboon@mytengah.com

Nanyang Technological University/ National Institute of Education

1. NTU/NIE Group
Comprising students in all the faculties of NTU & NIE
Bible Study Leader : Rev Wee Eng Moh (Pastor Of Berith BP Church)
E-mail: emwee@pacific.net.sg
Student Coordinator : NTU/NIE: Grace Fu [9863 1593(Hp)]
E-mail: flgrace@hotmail.com
Meeting Place : Tutorial Room 65, NTU South Spine (if it’s occupied, use
next adjacent tutorial room)
Meeting Time : Every Friday, 6.30pm
Dinner : Canteen 3, 5.30pm

National University of Singapore

2. Science Group
Comprising students of the Science, Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Information &
Computer Science Faculties
Bible Study Leader : Pr. Mark Chen (Youth Preacher of Life BP Church)
E-mail: mcchen@pacific.net.sg
Student Coordinator : Jeanette Lim [9477 9793(Hp)]
E-mail: guihua@yahoo.com
Meeting Place : Science Block 16, 5th Floor, NUS Science Faculty
Meeting Time : Every Friday, 5.00pm

3. Arts/ Engineering Group

Comprising students from the Arts, Engineering, Architecture, Building & Real Estate,
Law & Business Administration Faculties
Bible Study Leader : Rev Ronny Khoo (Pastor Of Tabernacle BP Church)
E-mail: ronnykhoo@yahoo.com.sg
Student Coordinator : Walter Wei [9582 0027(Pg)]
E-mail: mkwei@pacific.net.sg
Meeting Place : Engineering Block 1, 8th Floor, NUS Eng. Faculty
Meeting Time : Every Friday, 6.30pm

Polytechnics

4. Polytechnics Group
Comprising students from Ngee Ann, Singapore, Nanyang and Temasek.
Bible Study Leader : Pr Ho Chee Lai (Deacon of Gospel Light BP Church)
E-mail: cheelai@starhub.net.sg
Student Coordinator : Phoebe Goh [6560 9186(H)]
E-mail: pho_water@hotmail.com
Meeting Place : Life BPC
Meeting Time : Every Wednesday, 7.00pm
Dinner : 6.00pm

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