Asian Beacon

10/08/2026

Should Christians still tithe when money is tight?

Perhaps the better question is “what is God teaching me about trust?”

07/08/2026

Giving has always been connected to worship, trust, and obedience. It was never simply about percentages or obligation, but about the posture of our hearts before God. As we navigate uncertain economic times, Scripture offers several truths that can help us respond with wisdom and faith.

by Ruth Yong Wang Theen Have you ever stood at the supermarket checkout and quietly wondered why everything suddenly costs so much? Or watched the fuel price climb again and […]

21/07/2026

Fifty years on, the world looks different. Reading habits have shifted, and print ministry now lives in a digital-first age. After much prayer and counsel, we’re honouring this legacy not by holding on, but by stepping forward into a new chapter: Light by Asian Beacon.

Light is a premium, print-first magazine curated to be experienced, shared, and kept. With a sharper editorial focus and elevated art direction, we’re speaking to a new generation of millennial professionals and seekers who are asking honest questions about faith.

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In 1969, missionary Ben Sawatsky planted a small seed: an in-house publication for Petaling Jaya Evangelical Free Church. Nurtured by our first Malaysian editors, Dr Chong Kwong Tek and Goldie, […]

09/07/2026

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup unfolds, billions of people are once again stopping what they’re doing to watch 22 players chase a ball across a field. Nations celebrate. Hearts break. Heroes are made. But beneath the excitement lies something surprisingly familiar. The tournament isn’t just about goals, trophies, and glory; it’s about hope, sacrifice, perseverance, identity, and the pursuit of something worth giving your life to.

Here are five things the World Cup reminds us about life and faith.

Discover five powerful lessons the World Cup teaches about faith, perseverance, identity, teamwork, and living with an eternal purpose.

04/07/2026

Archaeology has repeatedly affirmed the historical framework of the Bible.

The discovery of the Pilate Stone in Caesarea is particularly significant. For years, critics questioned the existence of Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor who sentenced Jesus to death. This inscription, identifying him as “Prefect of Judea,” confirmed the Gospel accounts. Even the finer details of Scripture hold up under scrutiny. In Acts 17, references to cities, political titles, and cultural practices have all been verified by historians and archaeologists. Luke’s precision suggests intimate knowledge of the world he describes.

“Every word of God is flawless; he is a shield to those whose refuge is in him.” (Proverbs 30:5, NIV).

Read more to find out if the Bible is true:

By Ruth Yong Wang Theen Is the Bible true? It is a question that continues to surface across cultures and generations. While the Bible is not written as a conventional […]

27/06/2026

When was the last time you called your parents, not because you had to, but because you wanted to?

by Ruth Yong Wang Theen When was the last time you called your parents, not because you had to, but because you wanted to? For many people, honouring parents has […]

22/06/2026

Of all the responsibilities placed on a father, spiritual leadership may be the one men feel least prepared for. Yet God has never asked for perfection, only faithfulness.

by Ruth Yong Wang Theen What comes to mind when you think of a great father? Some may picture a man who worked tirelessly to provide for his family. Others […]

08/06/2026

Is the Bible true? Here are 5 key areas we can trace Scriptures through through history and evidence

By Ruth Yong Wang Theen Is the Bible true? It is a question that continues to surface across cultures and generations. While the Bible is not written as a conventional […]

14/05/2026

“Good success has the essence and thumbprint of God; you will feel the pleasure of God! [Leadership] is not about church growth or promoting your brand. It’s always about God. When we lose sight of that, we lose everything,” Pastor Chew Weng Chee declared at the Pastors and Leaders Conference hosted by SIBKL

It was a time of meaningful learning, empowerment and fellowship as 885 pastors, ministry workers and lay leaders from across the nation gathered for the second Pastors and Leaders Conference […]

27/04/2026

Growing up in a Buddhist family, Evelyn Teo had a reverence for faith. Yet, God felt distant and impersonal. Religion was part of culture, but it was not a relationship. That changed one Christmas when a friend invited her to church.

“I went out of curiosity, but from the moment I stepped in, I felt something different, warmth, joy, and a love I could not explain.”

She returned the following Sunday. During worship, tears streamed down her face. The message felt deeply personal, as though it was speaking directly to her heart. When the altar call was given, she sensed a clear invitation, not into religion, but into relationship.

“That was the moment I said yes. I accepted Christ as my Saviour and Lord,” she shared.

By Ruth Yong Wang Theen Growing up in a Buddhist family, Evelyn Teo had a reverence for faith. Yet, God felt distant and impersonal. Religion was part of culture, but […]