What Could Be Too Great A Cost?
Written by Ps Zheng Haoren
Teo Shu-Anne is our missionary candidate. We have been journeying with her over the past few years towards the fulfilment of her promise to God. She has completed her bond with the Education Service and will be embarking on theological training at the Singapore Bible College in July 2021. Over the next two months, Shu-Anne is interning with us. She will be supporting the Missions team both in local and foreign ministries. She gives a glimpse of her heart in her sharing below.
“Are you sure?” I heard this question every day in the weeks before I resigned from teaching. From the outside, I looked foolish with the volatile economy and raging pandemic. From the inside, I had already told God in university that I would serve Him with my life and go wherever He sends me – and I did not speak lightly. Since then, the past eight years have been more about honouring my word to God; to do what I said I would do.
What did that look like practically? I chose a career that could open doors overseas. I prayed for the nations and for missionaries or pastors I knew. I attended events to meet like-minded believers and hear about God’s work. I set aside finances to support those in ministry and for my theological education. I went on trips to learn more. God brought me to Zion Bishan – a church which prioritises His mission – and I thank God for the church’s support and vision. I served in ministries where I could hone my gifts and grow. And soon, I will begin my theological studies. Every ‘Yes’ meant many ‘No’s, but He is worth it.
When I consider the power of the Cross and the immense love of God for wretched sinners like myself, this is not just good news, it is wonderful news! This news is too good not to share! For all the riches that I have received – sonship with the Father, sweet fellowship with the Lord, the wise counsel of the Holy Spirit, the Body of Christ to serve God with, and the living Word of God – it would be utterly selfish to keep this life-giving goodness to myself. I long for millions more to know the Lord. He is waiting for them to open their hearts to Him.
A missionary said, “Every decision you make either pushes you towards or away from missions.” I press on by His grace and pray, “Lord, help me to only say ‘Yes’ to You.”
What could be too great a cost
For sharing life with one who’s lost?
