The Cross & Resurrection 3-6 Sep 2025
For many Christians today, the cross and resurrection are familiar phrases — truths we sing about especially during Easter and easily affirm in creeds. In all honesty though, these central events struggle to be the centre of our lives. When asked how these events shape the way we live, how we suffer and hope, how we worship, we are not always sure.
Given how central these events are to the Gospel, we are not only being vague about that which we should be clear on, but we are also in danger of compromising on the Gospel, and its power in our lives, through reducing it – e.g. in stripping the cross of its offence, and the resurrection of its power, or defaulting to sentimentalism and individualism.
But Scripture will not allow such shallowness. The apostle Paul reminds us that the message of Christ crucified is not just the centre of Christian faith — it is the wisdom and power of God (1 Cor. 1:23–24). The resurrection, he says, is of “first importance” — and without it, our faith is futile (1 Cor. 15:17). To follow Jesus is not to admire Him from afar, but to be united with Him in His death and resurrection (Rom. 6:5), to carry His cross (Luke 9:23), and to be shaped by His pattern.
At this year’s Thinking Theologically Conference (TTC), we will work together at understanding this Biblical pattern for ourselves so we can think theologically and minister faithfully the true heart of the Gospel (2 Tim 1:6–13).
As God’s people, our view of Him and His work must be shaped by His revelation — not our assumptions. Only by the ‘pattern of the sound words’ can we minister faithfully. This means thinking His thoughts as we do His ministry amidst all the challenges and temptations of the Malaysian Christian’s life. That’s what TTC is for: to equip Christians — not just pastors or scholars, but everyday believers — through:
- Starting every day with careful attention to Scripture.
- Workshopping together through the Bible’s landscape of revelation in small and large groups the biblical material. Here we are guided by carefully written questions and experienced workshop leaders.
- Electives bring the learning to a practical edge, helping us to see implications and uncovering the topic even further.
- Talks hold together all the learning and material, giving the overall frame and vision of the many precious truths.
- The entire conference ends in reflection and prayer, with greater clarity we hope for how we are to do ministry.
Theology is never a distraction — it is the fuel of faith, love, and endurance. TTC exists to help the church regain or retain this clarity — to make our minds bigger, so we love God deeper, and serve His church better.
Rev. Robin Gan

- Founder, Gospel Growth Fellowship (2006)
- Founding Elder, Christ Evangelical Reformed Church (2008-Present)
- Deacon, Anglican Diocese of Malaysia (2006-08)
- Curate, St. Andrew’s Cathedral (2005)
- Curate, St. Paul’s Kogarah (2004)
- Curate, FOCUS UNSW (2002-03)
- Bachelor of Divinity & Diploma of Ministry, Moore Theological College (2002-05)
- Ministry Training Strategy under Philip Jensen (2000-01)
- Regional Marketing for Sony Asia Pacific (1997-99)
- Youth and University Work Leader in Adam Road Presbyterian Singapore (1997-99)
- Bachelor of Commerce, UNSW Australia (1996)
Since 1997, Robin Gan has been ministering to students and adults from a wide variety of churches. His concern is for the gospel to grow churches in Malaysia through faithful ministry of the Word of God. To that end, he founded the Gospel Growth Fellowship. He also planted and currently pastors Christ Evangelical Reformed Church with the goal of raising a new generation of Christians who are committed to Jesus' mission.
Registration options
Option | Price per person | Notes | Expires |
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Normal | RM689 | ||
Concession | RM589 |
Concessionary pricing is available for students and those in full-time ministry who may not be able to afford to pay the full price. |
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Kids 5-12 Years Old | RM360 |
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Kids 0-4 Years Old | - |
FREE. |
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5 Groups of 5 Promo | - |
First 5 groups of 5: RM499. Second 5 groups of 5: RM510. Third 5 groups of 5: RM520; Remaining groups of 5: RM550. Actual price will be updated once registrations are received. |
How to pay
For instructions on how to pay, please visit How to pay.
Bayou Lagoon Park Resort, Malacca
Bayou Lagoon Park Resort Melaka, Jalan Wakaf Utama, Taman Saujana Indah, 75450 Bukit Katil, Malacca
GPS coordinates: 2.241983, 102.305557
If you have any questions, please contact Reuben Chua at reuben.chua@ggf.org.my or 012 330 1005.
How to Grab the Thinking Theologically Student Bundle
It’s fast, fun, and for students only. Here's how to secure your spot:
✅ Step 1: Form Your Group
- Get 5 students together (You don’t have to be from the same university)
- Make sure at least 2 of you are first-timers to the Thinking Theologically Conference (TTC).
- No double-dipping—each person can only be in one group.
⏰ Step 2: Get Ready!
- Registration opens: Saturday, 2 August at 10:00PM
- Go to the GGF registration website and look for the special Student Bundle option (it’ll be clearly labelled).
📝 Step 3: Sign Up (Individually)
- Each of you registers on your own under the Student Bundle option.
- Fill in all the required details.
🧠 Step 4: Link Your Group
- At the final ‘Questions or Special Gift Code’ section, write the full names of all 5 in your group.
- Example: Jason Tan, Sarah Ong, Tan Wei Wei, Daniel Wong, Melissa Tan
- This is how we track your group and assign your promo tier.
📩 Step 5: Wait for Your Tier
We’ll email each of you by Monday, 4 August to let you know which tier you got:
- 🥇 Tier 1 – For the first 5 groups to register
- 🥈 Tier 2 – For the next 5 groups
- 🥉 Tier 3 – For the following 5 groups
✅ Didn’t make it into Tier 1–3?
If your group followed all the rules and signed up in 5s, you’ll still receive a special rate of RM550 per person.
Questions?
Email us anytime at events@ggf.org.my — we’re happy to help!
P.S. Big love to our RUF alumni who sparked this awesome idea. You know who you are. 😎