Title: Adonai – The Lord Our Master
Scripture: Psalm 8: 1 – 9
Preacher: Rev Gaurri Maniam
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Adonai carries with it the notion that God is Master over everything. The promise is that He will be a good steward of what He owns, making things work out for good. The idea of being owned can conjure up pictures of one person possessing another, and that kind of slavery has no place in today’s world. But we need to remember that the concept of Adonai has to do with God’s position of leadership in, not oppression of, our lives.
Scripture clearly says that God is always present and that He is still rightfully Lord over all. We are to submit to Him, our good Father, not to any other human or idol. His Word also teaches us why this is part of God’s best plan for us.
1. We are created to need Him as our Master.
It’s said that there is a God-sized hole in each of us. It isn’t there to make us feel weak and hopeless, but to lead us to the One who can fill that need. Trying to fill ourselves up any other way will only lead us into danger: bad judgment, lack of sensitivity to God’s leading, and ultimately, surrendering to sin.
2. God is a good Master.
One truth about life is that everybody eventually serves someone, and we have a choice about who that will be. Imagine serving a Master who returns your loyalty with unconditional love, comfort, and abundant provision. That is the loving Lordship that God offers, and we don’t want to miss out on it.
3. Jesus taught that God was His Master.
So many times in His earthly ministry, Jesus acknowledged God as Adonai. The Son willingly came to earth in obedience to His Father. Don’t you believe that I am in the Father, and that the Father is in Me? The words I say to you I do not speak on My own authority. Rather, it is the Father, living in Me, who is doing His work. (John 14:10)
Jesus showed His disciples what it looked like to be fully submitted to God as Master. He taught that by following Him and surrendering ourselves to God, we would receive great blessings. I have told you this so that My joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete. (John 15:11)
The name Adonai is truly a gift from God to us, His people. It is a reassuring reminder that God is in control. The more we acknowledge Him as Adonai, the more we will see of His goodness.
When we allow Him to correct us, we will grow in wisdom. As we give ourselves to His rule, we will experience more joy in serving and peace in waiting. Letting God be our Master draws us closer to His amazing grace.
I say to the Lord, ‘You are my Lord; apart from You I have no good thing.’ [Psalm 16:2] (HEATHER ADAMS)
IMPORTANCE NOTICE DURING MCO PERIOD
In compliance with the Movement Control Order (MCO) directive from the government the following will be observed by the Church:
1. The church building is closed until further notice.
2. The church office is also closed during this period.
If you need assistance, kindly call or whatsapp any one of them:
Pastor Gaurri @ 012-5594537
Chee Kai @ 012-2360457
Taeko @ 012-2360458
Pelita Chuah @ 016-6256188
Jane @ 017-6227226
Cheng It @ 012-9153640
CHURCH STAFF MEETING
Please take note that the church staff meeting is held on every Tuesday at 2:30pm via zoom. Kindly avoid calling the church staff during this time. We seek your kind understanding and cooperation on this matter.
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS – CHINESE NEW YEAR
Dates: February 12 & 13, 2021
NEXT WEEKEND SERVICES
Speaker : Dato Dr Daniel Ho
Dates : Sat & Sun, February 13 & 14, 2021
Sermon Title: Running the Race Well in 2021 and Beyond
Scripture Text: Hebrews 12: 1-3
FINANCIAL PLEDGE FORM 2021
Please be reminded to submit the Financial Pledge Form 2021 through the church website. Click on ‘Giving’, select the correct form, fill-up your details and submit. If you need a copy of the Financial Pledge Form 2021 to be sent to you, please contact Irene Khoo at 012-7911837 or Pelita at 016-6256188.
MISSIONS FAITH PLEDGE 2021
Please be reminded to submit your Missions Faith Pledge Form 2021. You may submit the form through the church website. Click on ‘Giving’, select the correct form, fill-up your details and submit.
2ND OFFERING
The 2nd Offering for February goes to Persatuan Daybreak. You may give your donations during the entire month of February via Online to Wesley Methodist Church Klang Bank Account No: UOB 171-315-561-1
LENT MEDITATIONS 2021
The Lent Meditations 2021 are now available in the church office. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 17, 2021. Cost: RM5 per booklet. Contact Pelita at 016-6256188 or Cheng It at 012-9153640 if you would like to have a copy.
FREEDOM IN CHRIST (FIC)
DISCIPLESHIP COURSE
The Freedom In Christ Course will be held over 11 Saturdays beginning on February 20, 2021 via zoom.
Date : Saturday, February 20, 2021 (1st Meeting)
Time : 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Please register with the link: https://forms.gle/Ekpc9yf4SFFmw7Du9
KLANG WESLEY BROADCASTING
016-6182698
Please save this number in your mobile phone so that when the church office broadcasts messages, you will be able to receive the church news.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR ONLINE TUTORING AT KG KACHAU
Kg Kachau Orang Asli, promising primary school students need volunteer online weekly tutors to walk with them through simple subjects like Reading, English and Maths. Anyone interested, please call Vi Vian at 012-214 1545
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR ONLINE TUTORING AT RAUB HOSTEL
Due to the MCO, tuition for the Orang Asli students at Raub Hostel are now held online and in dire need of volunteers to teach history, geography, BM and science. For further enquiries, please contact:
Sister Swee Yin at 011-1058 8459
Sister Han Leyek @ 011-7221 3254
Brother Ti Teow Lay @ 019-988 5632
INTERCESSORY PRAYER MEETING
(FOCUS ON PRAYING FOR THE NATION)
On Mondays @ 2pm to 4pm
Person-in-Charge: Sister Su Fing
Those who are interested to jplease request for the zoom link from Sister Su Fing @ 016-6852792.
CORPORATE PRAYER MEETINGS
The Zoom Prayer Meetings are as follows:
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
@ 8:00 a.m.-8:30a.m.
Thursday Nights only
@ 9:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
ONLINE BANKING
While we acknowledge that many people are affected by the current CMCO situation, we encourage you to continue giving your tithes/offering during this time through online banking, The details are below:
Pledge Payment can be done via Online to Wesley Methodist Church Klang Bank Account No: UOB 171-315-561-1
Sunday, (Feb 7) – God’s name Adonai has reminded us of His rightful place as Lord and Master in our lives. Pray that as we come before Him with humble hearts, He will grant us wisdom to submit to Him graciously, knowing that we are not submitting to a harsh Master, but to a loving King and Father who brings us blessings and fills us with good things as we live in obedience to Him. Confess to God that we are people with divided hearts, and there are times when we desire worldly things more than the things of His Kingdom. Pray that as we submit to the Holy Spirit, He will empower us to serve the Lord wholeheartedly, and that God will be our sole Master.
Monday, (Feb 8) – Pray for the World: On February 1, 2021, the Myanmar military detained Aung Sang Suu Kyi and other government leaders in a coup and announced that they will take control for at least one year. Day to day life is a challenge as soldiers are out on the streets and banks are closed. People are angry, sad and fearful of the uncertainty of what comes next. Pray that the negotiation taking place between the military and the government will bring a peaceful resolution to the situation, and there will be no violence. Pray for those who are sick, especially those with Covid-19, as the health services have refused to work under the dictatorship of the new regime, that God will provide a solution for the sick to be cared for. Pray also that God will provide for the people’s daily needs as banks, markets and services have been disrupted.
Tuesday, (Feb 9) – The daily Covid-19 infections continue to be in the 4 digits range, and the daily death tolls are also high. Pray for those who are down with Covid-19, for God’s healing grace, peace and comfort upon them. Pray also for God’s comfort and strength upon those who have lost loved ones to the coronavirus. With the mass vaccination programme due to start at the end of this month, pray for wisdom for the health authorities and government to work out a proper database of the people who will be vaccinated first so as to avoid wastage and to monitor side effects.
Wednesday, (Feb 10) – Tomorrow is Chinese New Year Eve, and in the midst of a raging pandemic, this year’s Chinese New Year will be a subdued and toned-down celebration for Chinese families. Pray that the reunion dinner will be a meaningful time for families, even though many family members are unable to come together to celebrate with each other. Pray that families will still be able to connect via IT technology and renew their ties with one another. Pray that the public will continue to adhere to the SOPs during this holiday season, and by the grace of God, there will be no spike in the Covid-19 infections.
Thursday, (Feb 11) – Pray for the Nation: Pray that Malaysia will remain a secular nation, honouring our Federal Constitution. Pray that there will be a reduction in power and influence of racial and extreme religious bodies, and to rebuild this nation with righteousness, justice and equality for all the rakyat. Pray for equitable policies for all races with the acceptance and adoption of multiracial politics. Pray for wisdom and the proper use of power by the government in this period of emergency in the nation.
Friday, (Feb 12) – Pray for TRAC: Local Preacher’s License (LPL) Holders – Lay leadership has always been central in the historic Methodist understanding of ministry. The concern to encourage more lay people to take up LPL is in continuity with this central belief of Methodism and the New Testament doctrine of the “Priesthood of Believers”. Pray for all TRAC LPL Holders that they will indeed desire to grow deeper in the Word of God. Pray for the Holy Spirit’s guidance to be upon all of them as they go about doing ministry for the Lord.
Saturday, (Feb 13) – Pray for the teachers and students who continue to do online teaching and learning as they have to face various challenges and issues. Pray for the teachers as they have to adapt to a new and unfamiliar way of teaching, and as they struggle to gauge how students are understanding the lessons, and whether they are participating in learning experiences. Pray for students as they struggle to learn online because of lack of in-person communication, and lack of motivation. Poor internet access and the high cost of IT gadgets for online learning also contribute to the problem. Pray for wisdom for the Ministry of Education to find alternative ways to ensure that students will have proper education during this pandemic.
Title: The Light & Life From God
Scripture: John 1: 1 – 18
Preacher: Rev Jerry Eng
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16 For from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace. 17 For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. 18 No one has ever seen God; the only God, who is at the Father’s side, he has made him known. (JOHN 1:16-17)
Notice the reappearance in verse 17 of the words grace and truth, and the contrast which John draws between them and the Law and Moses. The Law makes demands. It is hard, cold, unyielding, without mercy. The symbol of it today is the IRS — the Tax Man. If we do not give up what the law requires we are subject to penalty: “Do this and thou shalt live,” says the IRS. John says that the Law was given by Moses. Moses did not originate it, but he gave it. Moses may disappear, but the Law remains — cold, unyielding, demanding, without mercy.
But, John says, “grace and truth came through Jesus Christ.” Take away Jesus and you take away grace and truth; He is the channel of them. What John is saying is that law is all about demand, but grace and truth are all about supply, and are designed to meet that demand.
Many people think that law and grace are contradictory, that they are opposing principles. But not in the sense in which they were originally intended. Law and grace supplement one another. Law makes its demands, rightfully and justly, and no one can meet them, but grace and truth is given in order to meet that demand.
In Exodus 20 there is the remarkable account of the giving of the Law on Mt. Sinai — the Law, which came with smoke, thunder, earthquake, fire, fear and trembling. But in the very next section we read the detailed plans for the building of the tabernacle — God’s provision to meet the demands of the Law. That tabernacle is a picture of Jesus, the meeting place where God’s demands are fully met in terms of the sacrifice of blood, of a life poured out. Thus John the Baptist saw in the coming of Jesus the fulfillment of that tabernacle: “The One who was after me has already been before me.” So it is with us. We can say with John, “Out of His fullness (of grace and truth), we have all received, grace upon grace.”
God has a daily supply of grace for us. Grace is the generosity of love reaching out toward us, giving itself to us. To those who come to Christ, God’s promise is that every day we can take a new supply of His love. We can know that we are loved. We know we are cherished, protected, and blessed. We are strengthened, kept, and supported by His love; grace upon grace, day after day, like the manna to the Israelites in the wilderness. God gives us a daily supply of love. Because we have been loved, when we reach out in love to someone else, when we give as fully and freely as we have received, then we fulfill the Law, for love is the fulfilling of the Law.
(RAY STEDMAN)
IMPORTANCE NOTICE DURING MCO PERIOD
In compliance with the Movement Control Order (MCO) directive from the government the following will be observed by the Church:
1. The church building is closed until further notice.
2. The church office is also closed during this period.
If you need assistance, kindly call or whatsapp either of them:
Pastor Gaurri @ 012-5594537
Chee Kai @ 012-2360457
Taeko @ 012-2360458
Pelita Chuah @ 016-6256188
Jane @ 017-6227226
Cheng It @ 012-9153640
CHURCH STAFF MEETING
Please take note that the church staff meeting is held on every Tuesday at 2:30pm via zoom. Kindly avoid calling the church staff during this time. We seek your kind understanding and cooperation on this matter.
ONLINE HOLY COMMUNION
Please take note that the online Holy Communion in February will be celebrated on February 6 & 7, 2021.
NEXT WEEKEND SERVICES
Speaker : Rev Gaurri Maniam
Dates : Sat & Sun, February 6 & 7, 2021
Sermon Title: Adonai – The Lord Our Master
Scripture Text: Psalm 8
FINANCIAL PLEDGE FORM 2021
Please be reminded to submit the Financial Pledge Form 2021 through the church website. Click on ‘Giving’, select the correct form, fill-up your details and submit. If you need a copy of the Financial Pledge Form 2021 to be sent to you, please contact Irene Khoo at 012-7911837 or Pelita at 016-6256188.
MISSIONS FAITH PLEDGE 2021
Please be reminded to submit your Missions Faith Pledge Form 2021. You may submit the form through the church website. Click on ‘Giving’, select the correct form, fill-up your details and submit.
2ND OFFERING
The 2nd Offering for January goes towards Scripture Union. You may give your donations during the entire month of January via Online to Wesley Methodist Church Klang Bank Account No: UOB 171-315-561-1
LENT MEDITATIONS 2021
The Lent Meditations 2021 are now available in the church office. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 17, 2021. Cost: RM5 per booklet. Contact Pelita at 016-6256188 or Cheng It at 012-9153640 if you would like to have a copy.
FREEDOM IN CHRIST (FIC)
DISCIPLESHIP COURSE
The Freedom In Christ will be held over 11 Saturdays beginning on February 20, 2021 via zoom.
Date : Saturday, February 20, 2021 (1st Meeting)
Time : 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Please register via WhatsApp to brother Stephen Cheah at 0123758028 or email him at sbhcheah@gmail.com.
KLANG WESLEY BROADCASTING
016-6182698
Please save this number in your mobile phone so that when the church office broadcasts messages, you will be able to receive the church news.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR ONLINE TUTORING AT KG KACHAU
Kg Kachau Orang Asli, promising primary school students need volunteer online weekly tutors to walk with them through simple subjects like Reading, English and Maths. Anyone interested, please call Vi Vian at 012-214 1545
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR ONLINE TUTORING AT RAUB HOSTEL
Due to the MCO, tuition for the Orang Asli students at Raub Hostel are now held online and in dire need of volunteers to teach history, geography, BM and science. For further enquiries, please contact:
Sister Swee Yin at 011-1058 8459
Sister Han Leyek @ 011-7221 3254
Brother Ti Teow Lay @ 019-988 5632
INTERCESSORY PRAYER MEETING
(FOCUS ON PRAYING FOR THE NATION)
On Mondays @ 2pm to 4pm
Starting on February 1, 2021
The person in charge: Sister Su Fing.
Those who are interested to join, please request for the zoom link from sister Su Fing.
CORPORATE PRAYER MEETINGS
The Zoom Prayer Meetings are as follows:
Tuesdays–Thursdays @ 8:00 a.m.–8:30a.m.
Thursdays only @ 9:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
CONGRATULATIONS
Our heartiest congratulations to Ernest & Charis Lin and Raymond & Elaine Tan on the arrival of their first baby boy/their grandson, Eleazar Lin on January 27, 2021.
ONLINE BANKING
While we acknowledge that many people are affected by the current CMCO situation, we encourage you to continue giving your tithes/offering during this time through online banking, The details are below:
Pledge Payment can be done via Online to Wesley Methodist Church Klang Bank Account No: UOB 171-315-561-1
Sunday, (Jan 31) – Praise God for His grace given to us through Jesus Christ. Pray that this grace will enable us to live our lives in total dependence upon the Lord, to walk in spirit and truth and to submit our wills to Him. Pray that we will be given the grace to die to self daily and to live for Christ, so that whatever we do and say may be filtered through His love and grace. Pray that in our weakness we will know His strength, in our sorrow we will know His joy, in our pain we will know His healing touch, and in these hard and difficult times, we pray that we will know His amazing grace and His perfect peace deep within our souls.
Monday, (Feb 1) – The Ministry of Education has confirmed that the SPM, STPM and other important public exams will begin on February 22, 2021 as scheduled. Pray for all the students as they prepare for their exams, as many of them feel they are not ready to take the exams because for the most part of 2020, physical school was suspended, and there has been a lot of confusion and uncertainty about when the exams will be held. Pray for God’s peace upon them and for perseverance as they prepare for the exams. Pray also for God’s protection upon them so they will stay healthy, as they are attending physical classes now, and some students have been infected with the Covid-19 virus.
Tuesday, (Feb 2) – Pray for the Nation: “The government has stressed that it will never compromise with those involved in corruption” (The STAR, January 30, 2021). Pray that the nation’s leaders will walk the talk, and stern action will be taken following the principle of the rule of law against anyone (regardless of who they are) involved in corruption. Pray for wisdom and integrity for the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) as it pledges to study proposals by Transparency International Malaysia to improve efforts in fighting corruption in the nation.
Wednesday, (Feb 3) – The daily Covid-19 infections continue to be in the thousands, with the bulk of the infections coming from the Klang Valley, Johor and Sabah. Pray for wisdom for the health authorities and the government to make the right decisions to balance lives and livelihoods with regards to the MCO. Pray that the rakyat will be responsible, and comply with all the SOPs, especially as people are making preparations to celebrate the Chinese New Year. Pray also for wisdom for the government as it maps out a nationwide vaccination plan scheduled to begin in March.
Thursday, (Feb 4) – There has been a spike in the number of suicides during the pandemic as debts pile up and relationships break down. Pray that God will raise up people, especially from among His people, who will be readily available to listen and console, and bring hope and offer love at a time when these people feel pain, loneliness, and hopelessness and wonder if life is worth living. Pray that Christians will be alert to reach out to those who are depressed and desperate, and help them find hope in Christ who alone is the “Hope of hopes”.
Friday, (Feb 5) – Pray for TRAC: Pray for the Institute of Christian Ministry’s (ICM) work in TRAC. Pray for God’s wisdom to be with the ICM Team as they work together in providing tools and avenues for all who desire to have a deepening life in discipleship. Pray for the new Board Chair, Rev Yong Wai Yin, that she will be able to lead the team well. Pray for more participation from the churches in the whole area of Spiritual Formation, which is so crucial for the growth of the Church.
Saturday, (Feb 6)– Pray for the World: Pray for the persecuted Church worldwide. Pray for governments that pass laws that curtail and oppress religious freedom, that these oppressive yokes be broken and demolished. Pray for Christians accused under blasphemy laws and are facing dangerous trials and mobs, that God will strengthen them and vindicate them. Pray for God’s protection for the vulnerable, especially the women, from physical abuse, kidnappings and forced marriages.