CAMPER TESTIMONY

Clearly God was present in all of Dr Harding's messages as I personally knew of the hearts that have been changed to repentance.

What was present there was a strong reminder from God for his people to embrace the 8 characteristics (ethical they may seem for some) that are required of those who want to enroll for entry to the kingdom of God, one example is simply to hunger and thirst for righteousness.

In a corrupt world that we are faced with daily, in almost everything that we see are mere facades of the real thing and many compromises have been made to the ethical values of old. Such values of old that were being taught to us by our forefathers have long been eroded over the centuries, slowly but surely. Some teachings from our forefathers like meekness, humility, honoring one's words etc are values that were being taught to us during our childhood days but these are rarely seen to be embraced by our younger generations these days.

But Christians who are called to be the salt of the earth (i.e. having to show the distinction between the fallen world and themselves) are once again reminded not to lose their saltiness and blend-in too well with the World. Let us be united and be salty again starting from the 8 characteristics of the citizens to the kingdom of God that we have learned from Dr Harding's messages.

Many a times, in my daily walk, I have tried to subtly reiterate some of such characteristics to those around me, but such are usually not well received or not received at all. Perhaps, it was due to the setting present then or the manner of its delivery. But in a 'close to perfect' setting that God had permitted (i.e. in a function room of Cititel, Penang quiet and still) the message was delivered before many by an eloquent speaker from the US and it was well received. I can see that God had provided the camp committee, the venue, the timing, the speaker and the audience and everything was planned according to his perfect will.

I wish to thank the camp speaker and the camp committee for the work well done.

Nancy

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CHILDREN'S TESTIMONY

"But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. . ." 2 Peter 3:18

Camp 2010's theme was "Citizens of Heaven" for the adult program. The children's program was conducted at the same time with the same theme. Am thankful to church members who prayed as well as volunteered to help out in the children's program. The Lord really helped with the preparations. Within a very short time, I was able to find a set of appropriate material entitled, "Honoring God: 5 lessons on the Crowns." (This material was used by Grace BPC for her VBS session many years ago.) The night sessions focused on a set of material entitled, "A Child of the King." Review games as well as art and craft activities were included to reinforce the lessons taught. One session on "How to Share the Gospel to Your Friends Using the Wordless book" was also conducted. Six children attended the program. May the Lord use the sessions conducted during the camp to help the children grow in their relationship with Him. Below are just some of the children's testimonies.

"Hana learned that people that have suffered for Christ received the Crown of Life. In the camp, she can make friends with others. She likes the arts and crafts lesson and games.
Martin learned that Jesus has died for us all and about the five crowns. Martin likes the arts and crafts and games. Can play together with other children."
Sis Ang Liang on behalf of her two children.

"One of the things Aunty Hannah taught us was the ' Five Crowns'. The five crowns are: The Incorruptible Crown, The Crown of Rejoicing, The Crown of Glory, The Crown of Life and lastly, The Crown of Righteousness. The Incorruptible Crown is given to those who exercise self-control in all things or victoriously run the race of life. The Crown of Rejoicing is given to those who lead others to faith in Jesus Christ.

Aunty Hannah also taught us some verses. 2 Peter 3:18 says, "But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ." Aunty Hannah did some art and craft with us like fridge magnets and bookmarks, which I enjoyed. She also taught us how to use the Wordless Book and I plan to use it to share the gospel with my friends when I go back to school.

I really enjoyed this year's church camp as what Aunty Hannah taught me was very useful and I can know God better!!"

Sarah Goh