Title: Better Things Concerning You
Speaker: Pastor Colin Tan
Date: 7th June 2026
Location: Singapore, Singapore
Drawing from Hebrews 6, this episode explores God’s desire for spiritual maturity and His expectation that believers grow beyond the foundations of faith into a deeper understanding of His love. Rather than remaining spiritually immature or self-focused, there is a call to become more conscious of God and the needs of others, allowing faith to shape everyday life and relationships.
Through the example of David, the conversation highlights what mature faith looks like in practice. David’s response to Goliath, his humility during Absalom’s rebellion, and his refusal to seek revenge reveal a heart that trusted God and sought unity above personal vindication. The episode reflects on how faith is demonstrated through actions, attitudes, and a willingness to place God’s purposes above emotions, grievances, and human reasoning.
Ultimately, this message encourages believers to examine themselves honestly, cultivate spiritual maturity, and allow God’s love to be expressed through faith, patience, humility, and a genuine desire to see others grow.
Key Takeaways
- God expects believers to mature spiritually and move beyond the elementary foundations of faith into a life marked by love, wisdom, and service.
- Genuine faith is seen in how a person lives, responds to difficulties, and trusts God’s judgement rather than relying on emotions or human reasoning.
- David’s example shows that spiritual maturity values unity, forgiveness, and God’s purposes above pride, revenge, or personal recognition.
Reference Scriptures Used
- Hebrews 6:1–12
- Philippians 2:12
- 1 Samuel 17
- James 2:18
- 2 Samuel 15
- Joshua 5:13–15
- 2 Samuel 16
- 2 Samuel 19
- James 3:5–6
- Proverbs 26:23–26