Dr. Sam Tsang, Joshua 6-8: The Hong Kong Baptist Convention has celebrated sixty years of theological education. As the largest denomination in Hong Kong, we owe God much to thank. However, as we stand at the pinnacle of our success, it is time to reflect on God's will for us. Joshua 6-8 provides the foundation for this reflection. ...

Dr. Wong Fook Kong, Joshua 3:9-17 God Walks with Us. The Book of Joshua is an Old Testament book about new beginnings. After forty years of wandering in the wilderness, the Israelites finally reached the border of the Promised Land. When the future seemed so uncertain, God demonstrated His continued presence with them, as seen in the miracle of Israel's crossing of the Jordan (chaps. 3-4). This miracle announced to everyone that the God who parted the Red Sea had now arrived in Canaan! God's subsequent appearance to Joshua served a similar purpose (5:13-15), and finally, the miraculous fall of the walls of Jericho also served to demonstrate God's presence. The Israelites' seven-day march around the city corresponded to the Feast of Unleavened Bread: after the first Passover, they had left Egypt; now, after the first Feast of Unleavened Bread in Canaan, they conquered the first city in Canaan. ...

From 1951 to 2011, "Baptism" has come a long way. Perhaps we can no longer count the number of steps we have run over the past sixty years, but we know that every step is the grace of the Lord. The pillar of cloud during the day and the pillar of fire at night have never left us. This year, the college is holding a series of activities to celebrate its Diamond Jubilee, with the theme of "Spreading Wings, Soaring, Faith, Hope, and Love." The college celebration is not to commend the college’s achievements. What it wants to clearly illustrate is how God’s power appears perfect within human limitations; it is how God’s glory is revealed to generations of workers who are called to serve; it is this Counting the days of the Lord’s grace inspires us to step forward, spread our wings in faith, hope, and love, and strive to cultivate a group of outstanding, humble, and capable heavenly workers for the Lord. ...

Dr. Andres Tang (Joshua 3:3-4, 4:19-24, 5:2-7) This year marks the 60th anniversary of the founding of the Hong Kong Baptist Theological Seminary, and the Hong Kong Baptist Convention's Bible Study Conference coincidentally marks its 30th anniversary. The Hong Kong Baptist faith community has come a long way. How should we continue our journey and experience a different history? Through the testimony of Scripture, let us consider, from the Book of Joshua, what is most important for the Baptist community as it moves forward. ...

Southern District Bible Seminar A Bible seminar organized by our hospital and co-organized by the Southern District Pastoral Staff Fellowship has been held at Aberdeen Baptist Church on five consecutive Sunday afternoons starting from May 1. This Bible study gathering, which is co-operated by many churches in the Southern District and encourages members of all churches in the district to participate, has nearly 400 participants each time. Five Bible teachers from our college went to the church and shared a five-day spiritual feast with the brothers and sisters. This is a visit and service by the college to the Southern District Church. What we cherish is not only the enthusiasm of the participants, but also the friendship and co-workers of the churches in the district, as well as the longing and excitement for God’s words in the hearts of the brothers and sisters. ! ...

Diamond Jubilee Musical Ceremony The Diamond Jubilee Musical Ceremony held on May 16th is the climax of our Diamond Jubilee activities in 2011 and is also the fragrant offering we long to offer to the Lord. In this seamless and smooth music celebration, the audience and performers were very involved. Time and time again, everyone was moved by the singers and performers' all-out singing and playing. ...

Rev. Pak Loh (Director of Mission Dynamics Center) and his wife, Tzu-Ting, and sons, Chi-Hui and Chi-Ming, form a community of disciples at Hong Kong Baptist Theological Seminary. Students, teachers, and co-workers serving in various roles are all expected to embody the spirit of discipleship. Therefore, discipleship is the most fundamental characteristic of our community at HKBS. This means we must live a life shaped by the heart of Christ. Such a community is one imbued with wisdom and grace, and one that prioritizes the Father's interests. ...

Chan Yee-wah (BAPS), Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Studies, paused to count her days with her husband, Jia-an, their son, Zhi-kang, and their daughter, Hong-ying. "The days of our years are seventy years, or eighty by reason of strength; yet their boasting is but trouble and sorrow; it is soon gone, and we fly away...Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom" (Psalm 90:10-12)...

Koo Wai-hung (M.Div.), along with his wife Shuzhen, daughter Qiaoru, and son Zhanru, expressed gratitude to God for guiding me to respond to his calling and enter Baptist Theological Seminary to be equipped during the "mid-term" of my life. This has allowed me to experience three unforgettable years and, as I enter the second half of my life, to open a new and exciting chapter. This is all due to God's abundant grace. ...

Cheung Ting (M.Div. 1) has been a Christian for twenty years, having escaped death in Alice Springs. I've always been passionate about ministry. Perhaps seeing my active involvement in evangelism, others often ask if I've considered becoming a preacher. I firmly deny it, as I don't feel God has such a calling for me. Furthermore, I'm obsessed with being a "strong woman," thinking that striving in the workplace and dedicating myself to ministry in my spare time is ideal. Therefore, I never considered becoming a preacher until a "miracle" occurred, and I heard God's call for the first time. ...