Yishun Christian Church (Lutheran)

On the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost, Brother Lim Geok Seng showed how Jesus opened the Gospel door beyond Israel, revealing that Gentiles too are welcomed by grace. The Canaanite woman came with no claim but mercy, and her persistent faith exposed the disciples’ narrow hearts. Through Christ’s cross and resurrection, the way is now open to all nations. Lord Jesus, we thank You for this good news; give us faith to respond to Your mercy.

On the Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost, Reverend Allan Ng reminded us that obedience to Christ does not guarantee a storm-free life, and fear can distort our vision. Yet Jesus comes as Lord over the storm, takes hold of sinking sinners, and brings them home. Our peace rests not on our grip on Him, but His grip on us. Lord Jesus, when we are sinking, teach us to cry, “Lord, save me.”

On the Tenth Sunday after Pentecost, Reverend Dr William Chang showed how lack of faith in God’s provision curves us inward and hinders us from following Jesus closely and properly. Yet Christ our Provider calls us to hand over the inadequate; the miracle happens in the hand-off as He blesses what we surrender. Lord Jesus, keep us from being bogged down by the “not enough”; be our sufficiency, that we may follow You closely and properly.

On the Eighth Sunday after Pentecost, Reverend Allan Ng reminded us that our hearts are like troubled fields, where sin and faith, fear and hope, still seem mixed together. Yet Christ, the Lord of the field, does not abandon us; He enters the field, bears judgement, and gives us hope until the harvest. Lord Jesus, unite our divided hearts, teach us patience and mercy, and make us shine in Your Kingdom.

On the Seventh Sunday after Pentecost, Reverend Dr William Chang showed that our hearts, like poor soil, cannot make themselves ready for God’s Word. Yet Christ, the unusual Sower, scatters His Word generously: the Law exposes our sin, and the Gospel gives forgiveness, repentance, and new growth. Lord Jesus, keep sowing Your Word in us, that we may hear, receive, and bear fruit by Your grace.

On the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost, Reverend Allan Ng reminded us that our heavy souls are burdened not merely by weariness, but by sin, guilt, and the desire to control our lives. Yet the humble King comes to us, bears our sins at the cross, and calls us to rest in Him. Lord Jesus, free us from the burden of trying to save ourselves, and teach us to rest beneath Your light yoke.

On Augsburg Confession Sunday, Reverend Nick Singh reminded us that Christ lives in His people, working through them to welcome, serve, and bless others. As Abraham welcomed the Lord and Dorcas served in love, we are called to bring Christ’s presence, peace, and joy through self-giving service. Good works do not earn salvation, but flow from faith in Christ. Lord Jesus, make us a welcoming people who bring Your grace to others.

On the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost and Fathers’ Day, Brother Lim Geok Seng reminded fathers that greatness is shaped by Christ’s self-giving love. Fathers are called to love their children’s mother, lead without provoking, and nurture their households in God’s ways. Whatever heritage they have received, Christ frees them to build a legacy that honours Him. Lord Jesus, form fathers whose love points their families to You.