Lighthouse Evangelism is listed as one of the mega churches in Singapore. Unlike the big ones that are known for its sheer size and the amount of money they garners every year, Lighthouse Evangelism is known more for its healing ministry. I have spoken with a number of people who has visited its services, usually the Saturday services. Most are there because they seek healing or are bringing someone that needs healing.
What captured our attention in the past few days, however was not so much on the miracle healing, but the result of such spiritual healing taking place that has caused a backlash against the church, especially its senior Pastor, Rev Rony Tan. In its exuberance, Pastor Rony Tan has unwittingly said something that has undermined the religious belief of others. He has openly came out to offer his apology and has removed all traces of the offending videos/messages.
There are still people out there - Christian and non Christian alike, screaming for his blood and I am not surprised that in his message to his congregation that Sunday that he plans to '...depart from the very nation that I love.".
Pastor Rony Tan has earned my respect for riding through this 'dark times' in his life. In the cause of doing the Lord's work, he has made some mistakes where he will have to rectify. Still, throughout the Bible and Christian history, men and women continues to take up the call to proclaim the good news, in season and out of season, in whatever way possible so that all will come to know Him.
To Pastor Rony Tan, my prayer will be for you to continue to shine for him. Your family, congregation at Lighthouse Evangelism needs you. The nation you love needs you. The devil will not have the victory but God will be glorified. Hallelujah !
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
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