Hello everyone! My name is Angela and I am here to share about how SOT has really changed my life.

I was already involved in cell group ministry and helping out in other church ministries like JAMS when I was just a Christian for 1½ years. I certainly did not expect to enrol into School of Theology (SOT) as I thought it was a school meant for older Christians. However the 5 ½ months of training and moulding really transformed my life totally.

On the first day of SOT, I called a friend to complain about the numerous assignments, bible readings and overnight prayer meetings. As I am a part-time tutor, I was also feeling physically tired because I had to rush off for work after SOT. I had 7 tuition jobs and my life seemed like a whirl of events. But deep in my heart, I knew it was God moulding my character.

In SOT, we learnt about home cell group leadership, the art of preaching, cultural mandate and many other lessons. All these teachings deepened my love for God. I started to have a vision of wanting to impact the people around me and to eventually become a cell group leader.

It was during my education in SOT that I began to serve more than ever before. I would avail myself to serve in the Nursery ministry during the weekend services and to serve in the Choir during the weekdays in school.

I also had the opportunity to be part of the Choir during a mission trip in Batam. I really believe that it is important to bring down the presence of God. Every ministry is important and significant in the church. My mindset regarding serving was changed.

Today, I am still serving in the Nursery ministry because of the revelation I had received during SOT.

Most importantly, I became much closer to God in my walk with Him. During the toughest period of my life, I realised that I could only turn to God. I began to commune with God not just during my quiet time but wherever I went. I also went to school, expectant for yet another mind blowing lesson! God spoke to me clearly through these lessons and I began to apply the knowledge I had learnt in the cell group meetings that I attended. I was able to feel God so tangibly and to see how He works in our lives.

When we firstbuild God’s house, He will build ours as well. God multiplied my finances and I also experienced God’s grace tremendously when I had to apply for leave from my job to attend church prayer meetings. My 5 ½ months of sacrifice in SOT were not in vain. I have received so much - in terms of knowledge, the lasting friendships and the vision that I received. It is truly an experience that money cannot buy.

I believe we are moving from a ”School of Trials and Tribulations” to a “School of Triumph”.  Truly, eye has not seen nor ear heard the things that God has prepared for His people who love him. Greater things are yet to come! 

It was in SOT that I saw God’s mighty hand moving in me. Now I feel ready for the challenges and destiny ahead because of what I have experienced in SOT. Hallelujah! To God be the glory!