Introduction Here’s a short introduction to the idea behind Planted. As you know, BASIC is embarking on a devotional bible reading plan together, starting 1 Feb. It’s a 5 day a week plan, and hopes to cover the Bible in just over two years. We hope that reading the Bible together, in a community, will … Planted: The Song Read More »

Hi all, A bunch of youth leaders and youths have been working on a few things in the last couple of weeks. This post consolidates their efforts, and introduces and invites you to participate in the initiatives they hope to implement over the next two weeks or so, God willing. 1) BASIC Buddies ✝️BASIC Buddies … Some new initiatives (pending) Read More »

Last year, one of my resolutions was to exercise more. I found an exercise accountability buddy, sat down, talked to my wife about exercising, and committed to walking an hour every night for the year – to improve my health and stuff. And so I did. On Jan 1. And Jan 2. And then ‘real … Should Christians set New Year’s Resolutions? Read More »

In this Good Friday Reflection Series, Kieren reflects on why the Cross is his greatest hope. Kieren shares about the reality and prevalence of disappointment around us, and how the Cross stands as the true undisappointing hope in a disappointing world. This Easter Sunday, let us meditate on what Christ has done for us and to … The Hope of the Cross Read More »

In this Good Friday Reflection Series, Alisha reflects on what the Cross means to her, and how its significance in her life this year. Amidst a busy year, Alisha ponders about the significance of a great exchange. This Good Friday, let us meditate on what Christ has done for us and to grow ever deeper, nearer … Reflection for Good Friday Read More »

In this Good Friday Reflection Series, Bryant Choo reflects on what the Cross means to him. This Good Friday, let us meditate on what Christ has done for us and to grow ever deeper, nearer to the Cross of Jesus. “3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he … What the Cross means to me Read More »

In this Good Friday Reflection Series, Rachel Kwek shares a heartfelt reflection about what Good Friday means to her. She has also recorded an instrumental soundtrack to help us meditate on the Word and the Cross. Hi! I’m Rachel, one of the BASIC youth leaders, and I lead a group of naughty fun-loving Sec 3-4s … T.G.I.F. Read More »

In this Good Friday Reflection Series, Mitchell Fu shares a song that he sang and wrote about the Cross and what it means to him. Listen to the song here (and lyrics): https://mitchellfu.bandcamp.com/track/would-you Written by: Mitchell FuProduced by: Luke Lim and Mitchell FuRecorded and Mixed at: Luke Lim’s Home Studio, SingaporeTrack Art by: Priscilla Chia … Would You? Read More »

We caught up with Han Shen this week, and in this interview, he shares more about his personal life and his devotional life. This is the second post in our series on the devotional life of our Pastors. 1. Tell us something about your life that you think BASICers don’t know! I like all things … Honest Conversations with Han Shen Read More »

This post is a repository of all the information and resources you need to participate in BASIC’s Devotional Journal 2021! Download a softcopy of the devotional journal here. Download a softcopy of the stickers here. Join our Telegram community by clicking here. Joining our telegram community will enable you to read the Bible with us … Devotional Journal 2021 Read More »

We caught up with Pastor Jason this week (of course, not in sports – he’s too fast!), and in this video, Pastor Jason shares more about his personal life and his devotional life. He explains more about his loves, his obstacles, and his desires. This is the first post of the new year, and the … Pastor Jason’s secret Read More »

Alisha, Lynn and Yen Wern share about their experiences when studying overseas. Whether you’re a BASIC-er currently studying overseas, hoping to study overseas, wondering what it would be like, or simply interested in the struggles and experiences of your fellow BASIC-ers, read on! This is the fifth post in our series ‘Community and Fellowship’. Share … Fellowship when studying overseas Read More »

Ivan continues to share about the importance of friendship in his life. God created us for friendship and fellowship, but sometimes, friendships are tough. This is second of a two part post from Ivan, and the fifth post in our series ‘Community and Fellowship’. “20’My prayer is not for them alone. I pray also for … Friends in the Background (Part 2) – What Friendship Meant to Me Growing Up Read More »

Ivan shares about his good and bad experiences of friendship. He shares about what friendship means to him and some biblical principles for Godly friendships. Friendship is something that many of us treasure, but at the same time, something that many of us struggle to understand and experience well. This is first of a two … Friends in the Background (Part 1) – What Friendship Meant to Me Growing Up Read More »

Li-en provides some insightful tips for those among us who are in (or, are preparing to go to) a local or overseas University. Many of her tips can be extended to normal schooling life. No matter which stage of life God has placed you in, there’s definitely something for you here! This is the fourth … 7 ways to waste your university life Read More »

In this video, Luke Cheang shares about his experience in BASIC and suggests some ways we can not waste our time at BASIC. Click here to watch the vlog that will drive him into the vlogosphere! This is the third post in our series ‘Community and Fellowship’. Vlogged by: Luke CheangVideo Edits: Grace Cheang Luke … I Wasted My Time At BASIC Read More »

Aaron shares an extremely heartfelt post about the kind of community he would like his newborn baby to grow up in. This is without a doubt the shortest post he has ever written! – It can be read in less than an hour! This is the second post in our series ‘Community and Fellowship’. For … Little E’s Kind of Church Community Read More »

Bryant and Huixin share some thoughts on fellowship. In this insightful post, they give us a glimpse into a vision of fellowship that is nothing short of B-E-A-utiful! This is the first post in our series ‘Community and Fellowship’. If you have been a Christian for some time now, you must have heard the term … On Fellowship Read More »

Pastor Roger starts off our blog posts by providing some insights about the purpose and hopes for the blog. Read on to find out more! Words, whether spoken or written, are powerful (cf. James 3:3-6). Words are more than ameans of communication and information dissemination. They are able to affect and movepeople both negatively and … Introductory Blog Post for BASIC Read More »

In this post, we ‘note’ some administrative issues about the blog, including blog processes, comments and a short thank you. Its the Introduction, the Introduction… Its the… okay. Hello BASICers (and everyone else)! Thanks for stopping by. Here are some release notes to provide you with some information about this blog. Of course, if there … Release Notes 1.0 Read More »