Kairos Spiritual Formation Podcast

Dying to Live | Alex Tang | Sermon

Palm Sunday sermon. 2024. John 12: 20-50. The main theme of this passage revolves around the necessity of self-sacrifice and the paradox of life through death. Jesus introduces the concept that true life and fruitfulness come through dying to oneself, echoing the larger theme of his own death and resurrection. He is preparing his followers for the reality that following him means embracing the path of self-denial and sacrifice, which leads to eternal life. The introduction of Greeks seeking ...

Revival from Dry Bones | Alex Tang | Sermon

Can life be revived from dead, dry bones? Can our dry life be revived? Some lessons from the Prophet Ezekiel.

John the Baptist | Alex Tang | Sermon

John the Baptist is the herald of the beginning of Jesus' ministry. The Glory of the Lord has returned!

Samson's Saga | Alex Tang | Sermon

Samson's saga. Divine gifting and human frailty. Lessons from a strong man.

1 Corinthian 14

Study on 1 Corinthians 14

God is Consuming Fire

What does it mean that God is consuming fire? The author of the book of Hebrews gave some pointer.

Two Christian Paediatricians share their Journey

Two Christian paediatrician share the journey in Paediatrics

Celebrating Christ in the Chinese New Year | Alex Tang

One of my challenges as a Chinese Christian is to decide whether I am a "banana", "mango" or "durian" Christian. There are many dilemmas and landmines as we seek to follow Christ while practicing our culture. Here are some of my own reflections about the Chinese New Year.

Mary's Song | Alex Tang| Sermon

Mary's song or Magnificat in Luke 1 is a hymn sung by Mary (after she discovered that she was pregnant) when she met Elizabeth who was also pregnant with John the Baptizer. This wonderful hymn magnified God (hence Magnificat). It not just reveals Mary's faith in God but also revealed Mary's character.

A Letter to Exiles

Jeremiah's letter reminds us that we  are exiles

Finishing Well with Grace

Four considerations as we approach the final season of life

Marketplace Ministry Malaysia Interview | Alex Tang

Dr Timothy Sng of Marketplace Ministry Malaysia's interview; allowing me to share my calling, work, and ministry.

Bravery and Courage | Alex Tang | Talk

How do we become brave and courageous when we grow older? Joshua 1:9 offers us some guidelines.

Pentecost: The Spirit Came | Alex Tang | Sermon

The Christian holy day of Pentecost, which is celebrated on the seventh Sunday after Easter, commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and other followers of Jesus Christ while they were in Jerusalem celebrating the Feast of Weeks, as described in the Acts of the Apostles (Acts 2:1–31). In Christian tradition, this event represents the birth of the early Church. Watch this on YouTube https://youtu.be/zusWMWOuqPc

What happens after you die?

Jesus' Parable of Lazarus and the Rich Man. A discussion on death and life after death.

The Ascension of Love | Alex Tang | Sermon

Of the three major events at Easter: Cruxification, Resurrection, and Ascension, most churches pay more attention to the first two. Ascension is important because it is the culmination of the first two events and offers proof that Jesus is the Messiah. Watch on https://youtu.be/Gg9mc79vd_M

Marketplace Leadership: Lessons from the Patriarch Joseph

The Patriarch Joseph ruled Egypt through seven years of fruitfulness and seven years of famine crisis. What are some of the marketplace leadership lessons we can learn from him?

Ending Well

How do we complete our faith journey well? How do we end well? There are many challenges and obstacles in our way. Four principles to guide our journey.

Hope in Times of Hopelessness

In these dark times, how does one have hope? The prophet Jeremiah lived during such dark times when the Babylonians were at his gates. This exposition of Jeremiah 32:8-12 shows us how to have hope in times of hopelessness.

Demystifying Myths and Misconceptions on COVID-19 Vaccine: A Scientific Approach | Alex Tang

This lecture was presented to the "Towards Vaccine Equity amidst COVID-19 Surge in Asia'  online consultation organised by the Christian Conference of Asia on July 20, 2021

Consideration on Dying Well | Alex Tang | Talk

Shema GII Spiritual Formation Center organised an excellent online retreat on Death, Dying, and Grief. This is one of the sessions on "Dying" in which I am invited to speak. I spoke in English which was interpreted by Grace Emilia into Bahasa Indonesia. Talk followed by an interesting Q&A session

Pandemic Fatigue | Alex Tang |

How do you cope with pandemic fatigue?

Christian Perspective of Suicide

A biblical and theological perspective of suicide

The Christian and Depression

Some Christian considerations on suicide from the biblical and theological perspectives and what are some of the things we can do for people who are suicidal.

The Christian and Depression

Some Christian considerations on suicide from the biblical and theological perspectives and what are some of the things we can do for people who are suicidal.

The Christian and Depression | Alex Tang | Sermon

Some Christian considerations on suicide from the biblical and theological perspectives and what are some of the things we can do for people who are suicidal.

Beyond Easter: Truth and the Resurrected Christ | Alex Tang

Beyond Easter: Truth and the Resurrected Christ.  A meditation on the disciples' encounter with the Risen Christ on the road to Emmaus

I AM the Resurrection and the Life | Alex Tang | Sermon

John 11: 21-27 21 “Lord,” Martha said to Jesus, “if you had been here, my brother would not have died. 22 But I know that even now God will give you whatever you ask.”  23 Jesus said to her, “Your brother will rise again.”  24 Martha answered, “I know he will rise again in the resurrection at the last day.”  25 Jesus said to her, “I AM the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; 26 and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you b...

How to lead a small group discussion

some tips and guidelines on how to lead a small group discussion

Intentional Living | Alex Tang | Talk

Intentional and purposeful living. Talk delivered to Monash CSJB Christian Fellowship on 02 March 2021

COVID-19 Vaccines: Truths, Myths, and Misinformation | Alex Tang | Talk

There are some concerns about Covid vaccines. This talk seeks to address some of these concerns

Do not Covid Your Neighbour | Alex Tang | Sermon

Reimagining the Parable of the Good Samaritan for the Covid Era

Joy and John the Baptizer | Alex Tang |Sermon

John the Baptizer. Make straight the way of the Lord .John 1:6-8, 19-28

I AM the Gate

What does Jesus means when he said "I AM the gate to eternal life"? Exploring this concept with glimpses of Celtic Christianity.

I AM Light of the Wolrd

What does Jesus' statement that he is Light of the world mean to us? How do we experience light is a time of darkness? 1. Children of light (Eph. 5: 8-10; 1 Thess.5:5) 2. Walking in the light (1 Jn.1:7; Isa.2:5) 3. Being in the light    (1 Jn.2:9) 4. Dancing in the kingdom of light (Col.1:12-14)

What You Need to Know About Marketplace Theology

Why do you work? What is the marketplace? Does it matter where we work? This sermon explores the theology of work especially in the marketplace in light of the present COVID-19 pandemic, and its socio-economic effects on work and the marketplace. Kairos Spiritual Formation www.kairos2.com

The Five Solas

The Five Solas| Alex Tang |Kairos Spiritual Formation 31 October is Reformation Day. What are we celebrating? What are the five solas? Sola Gratia Sola Fide Solus Christus Sola Scriptura Soli Deo Gloria saved by Grace alone  through Faith alone  in Christ alone  according to Scriptures alone  for the glory of God alone

I AM the Bread of Life

Exploring the seven 'I AM' statements in the Gospel of John.  Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry, and he who believes in me will never be thirsty. (John 6:35) Seven essential ingredients in the Bread of Life 1. Forever Young (Eternal Bread) 2. Keeping in Touch (Spiritual Bread) 3. EnJOY your Makan/Food (Physical Bread) 4. Freedom from Fear and Anxiety (Emotional Bread) 5. Rich Dad, Poor Dad (Financial Bread) 6. One Anothering  (Social Bread...

Who Are You?

Jesus' identity is often questioned. In this sermon we shall examine how Jesus sees himself who will allow us to see ourselves in the light of his revelations.

Who Are You? I AM

Jesus' identity is often questioned. In this sermon we shall examine how Jesus sees himself who will allow us to see ourselves in the light of his revelations.

Weathering the Storms of Life

How do we face the storms of life? How do we develop a resilient spirit?

Webinar: Discerning God's Call in the Marketplace

"God's work is church work. My secular job is to earn money so I can do God's work" For those Christians working in the marketplace or other places, do you feel that your work is second-rate compared to those work that carries the name 'Full Time' workers (such as pastors, pastoral staff etc)? Do you feel that in your innermost being, if all things being equal, you should give up your job and go 'full time'? Watch it on YouTube https://youtu.be/JBb3jZ7C-FI

Discernment

Discernment is a difficult process of finding God's will. A discernment framework is often needed. Video is available at https://youtu.be/wQkM4lRYWUk

Sermon: Ageing and the Pilgrim Soul

Ageing and the Pilgrim Soul: Four movements of the Holy Spirit at the later seasons of life. You may watch the video at  https://youtu.be/TeQ2YI_9334

River of Hope

A contemplative piano composition by a very talented young musician, Elizabeth Tang.

Pentecost - The Spirit Came and the Church was Born

The Christian holy day of Pentecost, which is celebrated on the seventh Sunday after Easter, commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and other followers of Jesus Christ while they were in Jerusalem celebrating the Feast of Weeks, as described in the Acts of the Apostles (Acts 2:1–31). In Christian tradition, this event represents the birth of the early Church. The term Pentecost comes from the Greek Πεντηκοστή (Pentēkostē) meaning "fiftieth". It refers to the festival ...

Praying with our Imagination

Our imagination is God's gift for our enjoyment and to enhance our creativity and appreciation of the greatness of God’s creation. It is possible for us to pray using our imagination. This type of prayer is also known as contemplation, contemplative prayer, “imaginative prayer,” or Ignatian prayer. While Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) is not the first to use it, he recognized that it is a powerful form of experiential prayer if used appropriately. He had ma...

The Jesus Prayer

Lectio Divina

In the twelfth century, Guigo II. A French Carthusian monk developed lectio into a four step exercise:  Reading/Listening (lectio) Read out a short passage of Scripture. When we read aloud, we become both proclaimer and hearer of the Word of God. As you read, listen for the word or phrase that speaks to you. What is the Spirit drawing your attention to?  Meditating (meditatio) Repeat aloud the word or phrase that attracts you. Make connections between it and your life. What is God saying...

Centering Prayer

Centering prayer is a method designed to deepen the relationship with Christ and to facilitate the development of contemplative prayer by preparing our facilities to cooperate with this gift. It is an attempt to present the teaching of earlier times (e.g., The Cloud of Unknowing) in an updated form and put a certain order and regularity into it. It is not meant to replace other kinds of prayer; it simply puts other kinds of prayer into a new and fuller perspective. During the time of prayer,...