Our Stories
A Reformed church keeps reforming under God's word.
The goal? Christ-centered, God glorifying service.
At CERC, we've made some strong impressions throughout the years. And changed some too.
These stories tell of how our members grew to appreciate CERC's ministry, despite first impressions:
Continuing the Reformation: From First to #LastingImpressions feat. Jay Lyn
Continuing the Reformation: From First to #LastingImpressions feat. Samuel Tan
Continuing the Reformation: From First to #LastingImpressions feat. Samantha Lim
Continuing the Reformation: From First to #LastingImpressions feat. Wilson
Continuing the Reformation: From First to #LastingImpressions
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How Ezekiel Sobered Me Up
Posted on 8 Apr 2023
The common mindset is “Since I’m saved, I can now relax. Do I really have to work on my holiness, study the Word deeply, and proclaim the gospel to those around me? Doesn’t God love me just the way I am?”
The book of Ezekiel is a sobering reminder that Israel, the very people of God with God’s laws, God’s word, and God’s presence, took Him and His mercy for granted. They sinned continually, believing themselves saved, and let their desires for comfort, security, and riches take over. They saw how beautiful their life had become, and left behind the one who had given them their beauty. Continue reading →
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How Ezekiel Sobered Me Up
Posted on 8 Apr 2023
The common mindset is "Since I'm saved, I can now relax. Do I really have to work on my holiness, study the Word deeply, and proclaim the gospel to those around me? Doesn't God love me just the way I am?" The book of Ezekiel is a sobering reminder that Israel, the very people of God with God's laws, God's word, and God's presence, took Him and His mercy for granted. They sinned continually, believing themselves saved, and let their desires for comfort, security, and riches take over. They saw how beautiful their life had become, and left behind the one who had given them their beauty.
Read moreMy Impression Of God Back Then vs. Now
Posted on 8 Apr 2023
I used to have a false impression of God: a God who judges people arbitrarily for breaking His rules. But a careful reading of Ezekiel through the Ezekiel teaching series has shown me that God isn't arbitrary at all, He is very angry at and is broken by Israel's whoring. Because God is holy and righteous, He has to judge Israel, His own people, who are in rebellion against Him, and He would be perfectly right in doing so.
Read moreReflecting on the Reformation featuring Zachary Liew
Posted on 19 Oct 2022
As I learn more about the Reformation over the years, I’ve become more and more convinced that at the heart of the Reformation, we see love. It’s not the kind of love we’re generally used to — a positive affection or sentiment, but a love for God that is working
Read moreHumbled by the Eternal God, and driven to worship Him
Posted on 28 Sep 2022
“Holy, Holy, Holy! Merciful and mighty! God in 3 persons, blessed Trinity”. I’ve been singing this hymn ever since I came back from TTC 2022 (Thinking Theologically Conference) on “The Knowable God”! I must say that I thoroughly enjoyed immersing myself in the Scriptures along with 400 spiritually hungry participants,
Read moreSaved by God, through God, for God. A Reflection by Chuan Khai
Posted on 29 Jul 2022
‘How can you live the Christian life if you think it’s about you?’ These words from the first sermon came to mind throughout the series and they still do even as it comes to an end. They cut deeply to the heart of someone who was aware of the evil of man-centered theology (a worldview which thinks God exists to please mankind) that was out there, yet was oblivious to the sin within his own heart that wanted to keep his Christian life comfortable and easy.
Read moreHow Ezekiel Sobered Me Up
Posted on 8 Apr 2023
The common mindset is "Since I'm saved, I can now relax. Do I really have to work on my holiness, study the Word deeply, and proclaim the gospel to those around me? Doesn't God love me just the way I am?" The book of Ezekiel is a sobering reminder that Israel, the very people of God with God's laws, God's word, and God's presence, took Him and His mercy for granted. They sinned continually, believing themselves saved, and let their desires for comfort, security, and riches take over. They saw how beautiful their life had become, and left behind the one who had given them their beauty.
Read moreMy Impression Of God Back Then vs. Now
Posted on 8 Apr 2023
I used to have a false impression of God: a God who judges people arbitrarily for breaking His rules. But a careful reading of Ezekiel through the Ezekiel teaching series has shown me that God isn't arbitrary at all, He is very angry at and is broken by Israel's whoring. Because God is holy and righteous, He has to judge Israel, His own people, who are in rebellion against Him, and He would be perfectly right in doing so.
Read morePan Family Update to the Church – Dec 2021 –
Posted on 5 Jan 2022
It’s been about 4 months since Elden, Jou Ee and their boys have left Malaysia for Philadelphia, USA, for Elden’s training in Westminster Theological Seminary. In this video, they give a brief update on how things have been going for them, how they have been settling down, and their encouragement
Read morePan Family Update to the Supporters and Tour of Westminster Theological Seminary – Dec 2021
Posted on 5 Jan 2022
It’s been about 4 months since Elden, Jou Ee and their boys have left Malaysia for Philadelphia, USA, for Elden’s training in Westminster Theological Seminary. In this video, Elden gives supporters a brief tour of Westminster and updates on settling down as a family. Check it out!
Read moreHope In The Face of COVID-19
Posted on 18 Oct 2021
On the 23rd of July 2021, at 10.45 pm, the cries of a newborn baby filled a room in the birth wards at the hospital. At 3.31kg, she was a healthy baby girl, and her mother, tired but relieved, cradled her lovingly. She was given the name, Naomi Oui Zhen
Read moreHow Ezekiel Sobered Me Up
Posted on 8 Apr 2023
The common mindset is "Since I'm saved, I can now relax. Do I really have to work on my holiness, study the Word deeply, and proclaim the gospel to those around me? Doesn't God love me just the way I am?" The book of Ezekiel is a sobering reminder that Israel, the very people of God with God's laws, God's word, and God's presence, took Him and His mercy for granted. They sinned continually, believing themselves saved, and let their desires for comfort, security, and riches take over. They saw how beautiful their life had become, and left behind the one who had given them their beauty.
Read moreMy Impression Of God Back Then vs. Now
Posted on 8 Apr 2023
I used to have a false impression of God: a God who judges people arbitrarily for breaking His rules. But a careful reading of Ezekiel through the Ezekiel teaching series has shown me that God isn't arbitrary at all, He is very angry at and is broken by Israel's whoring. Because God is holy and righteous, He has to judge Israel, His own people, who are in rebellion against Him, and He would be perfectly right in doing so.
Read moreReflecting on the Reformation featuring Zachary Liew
Posted on 19 Oct 2022
As I learn more about the Reformation over the years, I’ve become more and more convinced that at the heart of the Reformation, we see love. It’s not the kind of love we’re generally used to — a positive affection or sentiment, but a love for God that is working
Read moreHumbled by the Eternal God, and driven to worship Him
Posted on 28 Sep 2022
“Holy, Holy, Holy! Merciful and mighty! God in 3 persons, blessed Trinity”. I’ve been singing this hymn ever since I came back from TTC 2022 (Thinking Theologically Conference) on “The Knowable God”! I must say that I thoroughly enjoyed immersing myself in the Scriptures along with 400 spiritually hungry participants,
Read moreSaved by God, through God, for God. A Reflection by Chuan Khai
Posted on 29 Jul 2022
‘How can you live the Christian life if you think it’s about you?’ These words from the first sermon came to mind throughout the series and they still do even as it comes to an end. They cut deeply to the heart of someone who was aware of the evil of man-centered theology (a worldview which thinks God exists to please mankind) that was out there, yet was oblivious to the sin within his own heart that wanted to keep his Christian life comfortable and easy.
Read moreHumbled by the Eternal God, and driven to worship Him
Posted on 28 Sep 2022
“Holy, Holy, Holy! Merciful and mighty! God in 3 persons, blessed Trinity”. I’ve been singing this hymn ever since I came back from TTC 2022 (Thinking Theologically Conference) on “The Knowable God”! I must say that I thoroughly enjoyed immersing myself in the Scriptures along with 400 spiritually hungry participants,
Read morePan Family Update to the Church – Dec 2021 –
Posted on 5 Jan 2022
It’s been about 4 months since Elden, Jou Ee and their boys have left Malaysia for Philadelphia, USA, for Elden’s training in Westminster Theological Seminary. In this video, they give a brief update on how things have been going for them, how they have been settling down, and their encouragement
Read morePan Family Update to the Supporters and Tour of Westminster Theological Seminary – Dec 2021
Posted on 5 Jan 2022
It’s been about 4 months since Elden, Jou Ee and their boys have left Malaysia for Philadelphia, USA, for Elden’s training in Westminster Theological Seminary. In this video, Elden gives supporters a brief tour of Westminster and updates on settling down as a family. Check it out!
Read morePrisca’s Journey to Church Ministers’ Apprenticeship (CMA)
Posted on 22 Oct 2021
Pious Proud Prisca at a younger age.. Growing up in a Christian family I had always been serious about Christianity, and I would spend hours on devotion and prayers. I still remember the day when I came across Romans 3v10-11 in my devotion (10 as it is written: “None is
Read moreGrowing Youth Ministry in a Pandemic: Getting to Know Our Youth Pastor-in-Training
Posted on 2 Oct 2021
Some of the youths with Pastor-in-Training, Jerome during one of the weekly physical meetings 2 years ago before the pandemic hit With the COVID-19 pandemic lasting for an indefinite period, the youth ministry at CERC has continued to meet faithfully each Saturday at 10AM to grow under God’s Word! Amidst
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