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Morning Devotion P.I.C: Rev. Esther & Amos Electronic Sermon Notes

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14 April 2019

Date 16/4 (Tue) 17/4 (Wed) 18/4 (Thurs) 19/4 (Fri)

Book Exodus Exodus Exodus Exodus

Chapter 13 14 15 16

Words from Senior Pastor

1. Be Fruitful and Multiply, Getting ever Stronger (Exod. 1:1-7)

Israelites grew from 70 people to two million in Egypt. Being Fruitful

and Multiplying is the will of God (Gen 1: 28, 9: 1, 9: 9, 15: 5), both

physically and spiritually. We must conceive and give birth to a next

generation with God’s DNA, hence we will stay in blessings of God. If

people of God don’t fill the earth, then the pagans will fill the earth.

2. Strongholds of Egypt , Increasingly Oppressive

(Exod. 1:8-14, 22, 3:12)

A) Fear (Exod. 1:8-9)

Egyptians feared because of comparison. They feared the growing

numbers of the Israelites as a threat to their lives, hence they

dealt shrewdly with the Israelites. When one tries to compare, he

will fall into the stronghold of Egypt, and wants to take control and

oppresses others.

B) Retain (Exod. 1:10)

The stronghold of Egypt will serve to stagnate people in current

comfort zone, seeking no improvement; thus stagnating one’s

time, experience, profession, life and even the next generation.

C) Affliction (Exod. 1:11-14)

The original context of affliction is ANAH, which is to occupy or to

make busy. Stronghold of Egypt will occupy someone with busy-

ness, busy after all sort of desires, resulting in lack of his/ her time

with God, and with family. God wants us to excel in ministry, fami-

ly, as how we excel in our marketplace. Keeping ourselves busy is

not our goal, but efficiency is our goal.

D) Killing (Exod. 1:15-16, 22)

Pharaoh had two schemes to kill Israelites. Firstly, commanded the

midwives to secretly kill all Israelite baby boys; secondly, com-

manded the Egyptians to kill Israelite boys openly, to prevent Isra-

elites to multiply. Pharaoh killed only boys, showed our enemies

only weaken men with busyness, so men will not repent and re-

turn to serve God’s will – to manage and governance the land.

E) Assimilation

When Israelites don’t have men, Israelites women may have to get

married to Egyptians, thus being assimilated, the whole nation

being slowly demolished. Marriage is not something we should

compromise: believers and non-believers should not be yoked

together!

3. The Fear of the Lord, beginning of multiple Blessings (Exod. 1:17-21)

Though the Israelites were being put into great oppression, the two

midwives Puah and Shiphrah feared God and did not kill Israelite

baby boys thus allowing the Israelites to keep on multiplying. God

blessed them and made them prosper. The Fear of the Lord was the

key to breakthrough within strongholds of Egypt.

4. Timely Deliverance, multiple Breakthroughs (Exod. 2:1-10)

Pharaoh commanded to kill Israelite boys, but the boys, including

Moses, were saved by women. God even sent Pharaoh’s daughter to

nurture Moses physically & financially. In order to breakthrough the

stronghold of Egypt, women have to be brave, perseverant and pray,

to help men to rise up, for men to be someone with accountability,

to lead the family, and able to lead the nation to break out of the

stronghold of Egypt. ■[This sermon message was delivered on Mar

31, 2019. Edited by Sec. of editors.]

Out of Egypt, Freed from Oppression

Essence of Sunday Sermon

◎Rev. David Thien This week was particularly encouraging!

From both the market place disciples and

the children of our Children Church, many

uplifting and joyful news had been reported

from this young generation.

During our Wednesday Morning Devotion, a

very young market place disciple shared

with us his story ; that his participation in

the 3-days “Esther fasting & prayer” pro-

gram aroused the curiosity of his immediate

superior regarding the Feast of Purim, giving

him the opportunity to share with his superior during lunch break con-

cerning the Esther Story. Though a Christian for many years, this superi-

or had no knowledge of this Esther story, let alone PURIM and its sig-

nificance! During the 3-days “fast & Pray” period, apart from himself

experiencing God, this superior also took part in the balance two days

“fast & pray” to seek God’s leading and breakthrough in his own life.

Following that, during the Thursday co-workers meeting, we heard

more encouraging news from the Evangelism Department Co-workers,

who brought with them several evangelism team members, some

youths and children to attend the “5 Stars Evangelism Seminar” – an

English evangelism Model conducted at Glad Tidings Church right next

door. As majority of the participants were reverends tand pastors, the

very young-age participants from GA611 truly enlivened event. They

became the focus of attention, because they were the group that ac-

tively and freely responded to the speakers, they were also the group

that witnessed to most people outside of the event. They became the

young generation that provided a comfort and encouragement to the

older generation in the event.

Meantime, I also received a note of thanksgiving from a 611 Church

Pastor of a foreign nation. One of our GA disciple was on holiday over-

seas, was invited to share on GA’s Core Value “Honor before inher-

itance” during their Sunday Service. The pastor greatly appreciated the

quality of the message and also said his congregation was greatly

stirred and encouraged by the core value.

We are very much comforted by all the above news, and felt GA har-

bors a great hope because of our next generation. To the GA youth

disciples, young teens and children, we would like to say we are proud

of you, and are grateful to God for you.

We came to study Exodus 11 during our MD on Thursday, reaching the

point when God was about to release the most severe judgment upon

the Egypt, with the view to trigger the separation of the Israelites from

the land of Egypt. Egypt represented a power, was symbolic of the sec-

ular world. Psalm 4:3 stated that “the Lord has set apart from Himself

him who is godly” . Godly refers to one who is “holy” and “loving”.

Therefore, as we take on the journey to follow the Lord, we must be set

apart from this world, be in the world but of the world. Be mindful of

the biblical truth that God hears the prayers of the Godly ones.

Brothers and sisters, though our journey of living a (sanctified) set apart

life in this world will encounter rejections, boycotting, even mockery,

we will surely be victorious, because God will vindicate His Godly ones

with divine blessings in the face of Egypt (the world), not to mention

the transfer of the wealth of Egypt to God’s people. Therefore, never be

afraid to set apart from this world and stand by the LORD, as there is

the path for blessing!■

Next Generation – Great Hope

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GA611 Welcomes You A very warm welcome to our new friends, brothers and sisters who are here in GA for the first time. May God bless you, fill you greatly with His love, joy and peace, and grant you abundant life. We also welcome brothers and sisters to attend any of our cell group so that we may grow up together in the Lord. You are cordially invited for a cup of tea at the Reception Hall, which is open every Sunday at 10:30~11:00am. GA611 once welcomes you, FOREVER welcomes you!

AnnouncementsAnnouncements

1. Teacher Esther Chiao’s Seminar, 10-15/7 (Wed-Mon).

2. Prof. Luke Lin’s Seminar, 28/8-1/9 (Wed-Sun).

52 Evangelical Weeks

Upcoming Evangelism Activities

1. Hospital Visitation Team, every Sat, 11:30am-1:30pm.

Purpose: to visit and to pray for those whom are sick.

Enquiry: Yosef Cheong (+6011-12191880)

2. “Never the Same" Passover Music and Drama Outreach Event, 20/4

(Sat), 5-7pm; 21/4 (Sun), 8:30am & 11am, Tabernacle.

There are countless possible encounters in life. When he meets Him,

everything is no longer the same. A young man who was afflicted by

diseases since young was saved through an Encounter and his hope was

restored. We would like to tell you through songwriting, theatrical per-

formances, and testimony sharing – life can be no longer the same!

HaSava Service, New Spirit Worship GA Uni and GA Youth will be com-

bined with this event. GA Star Kids Saturday Service of this week will

be carried out at Multipurpose Hall, Prayer Tabernacle.

Enquiry: Rev. Ezekiel Chong

MG12 Good Shepherd’s Tips

Shepherding Insights

1. Trust the Authority

Sometimes cell leaders will frankly point out problems in our lives out

of love. The frankness of the authority shows that we have established

a certain degree of trust and intimacy. The enemy will wait for the

opportunity when we feel unease to ruin our relationship. Therefore,

as disciples, we must trust our authority. They are our spiritual parents

who love us as much as their children.

2. Good Attitude

Cell leaders should hold a positive attitude, not allowing negative think-

ing or fear due to what cell members say, or the pruning of our author-

ities, to interrupt our communication or even affect our relationship. If

communication between you and your authority is difficult, you may

seek assistance from your G leader or MG department.

3. Willing to Shepherd

When cell leaders are willing to shepherd, God is pleased and they

shall receive the crowns from God in the future. Although the enemy

does everything possible to undermine our relationship with our au-

thority and cell members, as long as

we are willing to continue to shep-

herd, God sees it and will give us the

grace we need.■

<MG12 Care Box> is there to help

you! mg12@ga611bol.org

4. GA Uni Breakthrough Camp, 5-7/6 (Wed-Fri), Venue: Outbac Broga. Camp Fees: RM250 (Inclusive of stay, 6 meals & transportation).

Encourage those young working adults below 30 years old and college/university students to participate, currently left with 20 seats, first come first served.

Enquiry: Co-worker Sheryl Koh

5. Infant/Child Dedication Ceremony, 5/5 (Sun) , 11am, Tabernacle.

Target Group: Children aged 0 to 8. Parents need to complete the "Infant/Child Dedication Ceremony" course, 4/5 (Sat), 3-4:30pm, D. Hamodal. Please register yourself at the information counter.

Children are the heritage of parents. Parents, who are willing to dedicate their children to God as their first fruit, express their response to God in faith and love. Parents understand how to nurture their children in Jesus Christ so that they can become people with self-confidence and love. This is truly meaningful! We are anticipating more little Kingdom elite soldiers to rise up in GA!

Enquiry: Co-worker Catherine Eng

1. The Warrior Bride Arising Seminar and Open Meeting, by Karen Davis, 8-12/5 (Wed-Sun), Tabernacle.

Registration fee: RM80 (before 21/4), RM100 (22/4 onwards), RM120

(walk-in).

Enquiry: Co-worker Jenna Wong

2. Passover Firstfruits Offering, 21/4 (Sun), 8:30am & 11am, Tabernacle.

“Honor the Lord with your possessions, and with the firstfruits of all your increase; so your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will over-flow with new wine.” (Proverbs 3:9-10)

Brothers & sisters, let us all honor God by bringing our first fruit into the house of God and experience His overflowing provisions.

3. Church Office Passover Off Day, 19/4 (Fri), Morning Devotion remain as

usual. Please contact cell group leader, should there be any matters.

8/5 (Wed) 9/5 Thu 10/5 Fri 11/5 Sat 12/5 Sun

Lesson 2

10am-1pm

Adult Service 1 & 2

8:30am 11am

Lesson 1 2pm-4pm

Lesson 3 2pm-4pm

Lesson 4 2pm-4pm

Combined Service 5-7pm

Open Meeting 8pm-10pm

Prayer Meeting SchedulePrayer Meeting Schedule P.I.C. : IP. Elijah Ooi 03-79567709 Morning Devotion: 7:30-9am Evening Devotion: 3 - 4:30pm

Day Time Prayer Slot P. I. C.

Wed 12:30—1:30pm The Anointing of Issachar Sis. Grace Eng

Wed 1:30pm –2:30pm Holy Land Pr. Irin Koh

Thurs 11am - 1pm City, Church & Families Sis. Grace Tang

Thurs 2:30 - 4pm New Holy City Sis. Fiona Lai

Fri 10pm - 12am Nazarite Altar Sis. Joy Yong

Offering Matters

Cheque payable to: GA611 Bread of Life Centre. For those who wish to get the offerings receipt, kindly get it from the reception counter on the 2nd week of the month with co worker Hoon Lin.

The following are the various accounts with their purposes:- 1. Public Bank 3-13317-3103 : Offerings, Tithes, Bread Of Life Station & Miscellaneous

2. Public Bank 3-13317-3334 : ONLY for Land, Building Project & Tabernacle

Online Fund Transfer: A. Indicate your offering number and type of offering in the “recipient refer-

ence”. B. Please provide the receipt to us by using the ready envelope and offer into

the offering bag.

Prayer FocusPrayer Focus Rise up! Come out of Egypt!

Only for bro & sis of GA611 BOL. 2019 Equipping Centre 2nd Season Courses Venue: D. Hamodal

Courses Leader Date Attendant Courses Leader Date Attendant

10th <Healing & Deliverance I>

IP Ruth 6, 13, 27/4 ;

4/5 (Sat) 3pm

Completed

< New > or< EC

>, < GTM > & <

AOC >

4th < Sword Drills of

Mt. Yahweh - Bible

Study Method >

Rev. David 28/4; 5, 12, 26/5;

2, 9/6 (Sun) , 11am

Open to brothers

and sisters

20th <Army of Christ>

IP Ruth 7, 14, 21, 28/4; 5/5 (Sun) 9am

Baptised

Christians

Pastoral Zone’s Service Schedule

Time Zone Venue P.I.C

SUN

8:30, 11am Adult Service Tabernacle Rev. Esther Kong

8:30, 11am

GA Star Kids Sunday

Service

(4-12 year old)

Hamodal C/W Sharon Cheah

9am Philippines Worship Mt. Carmel C/W Jessie Ho

10:30am Happy Olive

(0-3 year old) MPH C/W. Sharon Cheah

10:45am Indonesian Worship Mt. Carmel C/W. Cindy Poi

WED

10:30am Rose of Sharon

(Ladies) MPH Pr. Helen Fung

S

A

T

1pm Cedars Pastoral Zone

(Elders) MPH Pr. Ezra Lee

3pm GA Uni Kebar Pr. Elijah Ooi

4pm GA Youth MPH Rev. Ezekiel Chong

4:45pm HaSava Worship Hamodal Rev. David Thien

5pm New Spirit Worship Tabernacle IP. Lois Yong

5pm

GA Star Kids Saturday

Service

(4-12 year old)

Machpelah C/W Sharon Cheah

3. GA611BOL

Pray for the second phase of the sanctuary building. Pray for wisdom, revela-

tions and resources for the church building committee.

Pray that God will enhance the shepherding ability of cell leaders as we contin-ue to shepherd and establish disciples in God's love.

Ask for sharper discernment to discern and resist the spirit of false prophets and witchcraft. Declare the blood of the Lord Jesus to cover and protect the church from any interference from the surrounding pagan religions.

Declare supernatural healing to come upon the church, especially brothers and sisters with cancers and unusual diseases.

4. Continue to pray for our 7 daughter churches in 6 nations and 1 grand daughter church. Pray especially for:

GK611: Please continue to pray for the preparation of couple’s camp on April

19th. We hope that each couple will be able to experience God's works and see a greater breakthrough in their relationship.

GB611: Pray that the Lord blesses the evangelical and pastoral work of the church, so that more people can believe in the Lord and participate in the baptism on 5th May .

Greater Grace 611: Pray for God’s provision for the venue rental expenses.

Materials for this week’s altar building: “And it came to pass at the end of the four hundred and thirty years—on that very same day—it came to pass that all the armies of the Lord went out from the land of Egypt.” [Exo. 12:41, NKJV] 1. Holy Land

Pray for the newly elected Prime Minister that he will be filled with wisdom and knowledge of God, to rule the nation according to God’s Will and the power of the Holy Spirit. Pray for humility, boldness and love for the people.

“Only may the Lord give you wisdom and understanding, and give you charge concerning Israel, that you may keep the law of the Lord your God.” (1 Chro. 22:12)

2. Malaysia

Ask God to raise up more Mordecai and Esther in the political world of Malay-sia.

Pray for the condition of the national debt to be reversed, that all the money

stolen by the evil ones must be returned to the state treasury. Pray for all inci-dents of corruption to be revealed and dealt with in righteousness and justice.

Any strategies that provoke racism and undermine harmony must stopped and broken.

Declare for the glory of God to fill the entire nation, and that great and com-

plete transformation will come upon Malaysia.

1 - 7/4/2019 Attendance & Offering Report

Services Attd Services Attd Offering RM

Sun Adults 1 365 GA Youth 61 Tithe 79,024.00

Sun Adults 2 389 GA Star Kids 1 70 Cash 15,662.35

Ha Sava 59 GA Star Kids 2 105 T/giving 1822.00

Cedars Service 48 GASK Sat. Service

25 Building 8,780.00

NSW 50 Happy Olive 11 Holy Land 410.00

Rose of Sharon 32 GAIW 13 Mission 150.00

GA Uni 69 GAPW 6 Others 130.00

Total 1,303 Total 105,978.35

Items Cell Attd Items Total M. Devotion 241 No. of salvation in

this week 9

Prayer of last week 13 418

MG12 2 14 New Believer in 2019 69

Open Cell 35 139 Baptisee in 2019 34

Infant/ Child Dedica-tion Ceremony Sis Tina 4/5 (Sat), 3pm

Parents with children

below 9 years old