Resources

The purpose of this page is to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ, until we all attain to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God (Ephesians 4:12-13 ESV). 

A number of the documents and articles below have been used by kind permission of various churches and Christian organisations around the world. The sources may be found at the end of each document.

Why should we trust the Bible? - this document explains why the Bible is absolutely trustworthy as our ultimate guide to life and faith.

What's so amazing about Jesus? - the Christian faith is all about the Christ - Jesus! This article will help you to see who is He and why is He so important.

Christian Courage - a helpful article by Pastor John Piper to encourage us to be courageous in our faith.

Stewarding our Spiritual Gifts - what are Spiritual Gifts, what are they for, and what might your Spiritual Gifts be? This document from Mars Hill Church helps to answer these questions.

Serving Grace - everyone counts at St Lucia English congregation. We need each other. And having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them (Romans 12:6). Have a look at this document (from 2007) for where you can serve at SLE. 

Ministry Apprenticeship Program - the program which we use as the basis of our two-year Pastoral Apprenticeship (which Steven and Steph Tran are doing over 2007-2008).

Prayer and Revival - What happens when God's people pray? This essay from Dr James Edwin Orr is a powerful testimony to our awesome God and what He chooses to do through His people's prayers.

Recommended Reading - a number of people have asked us for book recommendations. Here is a list of good books to help your spiritual growth.

Recommended Bible Studies and Commentaries on the Bible - Here is a list of good Bible studies and commentaries on each book of the Bible that will help your personal Bible studies or your fellowship group studies.