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Investing in God
The general advice one often receives while looking into investing is to make sure you do your homework. It is important to research well the background of the company or industry you are looking to invest in, to understand the product before purchasing. I can honestly say the most “research” I have done was watch movies that revolved around stock markets, such as Boiler Room (2000) and The Wolf on Wall Street (2013), which admittedly does not paint the most…
Covid-19, Christmas, and the Cross
This year has been an “interesting” one to say the least. Life has been difficult for many of us in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and as the hours are turning into days, which are turning into weeks, which are turning into months, it may seem like a long, dark, and dreary season of life; I want to encourage you today. As the year winds down and Christmas season is upon us, I think it is important to reflect about this last year, its implications,…
Coping with the COVID-19 Pandemic with Hope
How are you coping during the COVID-19 pandemic? Our generation has not seen a time such as this. Some would argue the last time we faced such a tumultuous time was during World War II. In the West we take pride in our comforts and do not appreciate anyone infringing upon our autonomy. Our culture promotes the “it’s all about me” mindset and my sinful nature does not help. Throw in an attitude of ingratitude and now we’re really talking!…
South Asian and Christian, Really?
South Asian and Christian? Really? Isn’t Christianity the “white man’s religion though?” As our society becomes increasingly secular it may not be heard as much since fewer individuals identify themselves as Christians, but the sentiment is still out there. What does it mean to be a Christian? In order to honestly address this issue, I think first of all it would be appropriate to agree on our terminology. What does it mean to be a Christian? Am I talking about…
Small Beginnings
A small beginning can lead to a big impact! God’s Word to Zerubbabel through Zechariah went like this, “Do not despise these small beginnings” (Zech. 4:10). This message was delivered to discouraged leader and a demoralized people who were trying to get back on their feet after a difficult transition. In his doubt, Zerubbabel needed this message from the Lord… Start small and see what a difference you can make when I’m in it with you! Small beginnings in our…
Overseas Relief Fund
The Asian Christian Church’s chosen missions focus is ministering to our brothers and sisters who have been persecuted for their faith. This we do through the Overseas Relief Fund. Responding to God’s Call to stand in support of those persecuted for their faith in Jesus Christ. ORF Strategy Document Mission Our mission is to provide humanitarian and spiritual assistance to families who have suffered violence directed against them because of their faith in Jesus Christ. We have sensed that God…
Shahbaz, Dr. Imam-ud-deen (1845 – 1921)
Padri Imam-ud-Deen Shahbaz, popularly known as ID Shahbaz, was born in 1845 in a small village Zafarwal near Narowal (now in Pakistan). He was born in a Muslim family and was attracted to the message of Christianity from the tender age of about ten years. As an adult he joined the Church Missionary Society (Anglican Church) School in Amritsar, India, as a teacher, and it was here that he was baptized by Padri Robert Clark in 1866. Between 1866 and…
Piyar Tera Masih
Piyar Tera Masih sung by Jennifer Daniel and Eliasib Zahir. From the album, Aye Masiha Meray, produced by Asian Christian Church, Edmonton.