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PRAISE FOR IT’S C.R.A.Z.Y.!

Inspiring journey. Brilliant principles. This is what can happen when God anoints you for business!

Dr. Ed SilvosoAuthor, Anointed For Business, and Founder, Transform Our World

An indispensable book for any believer in search of a higher spiritual stage for his life. It's truly a CRAZY and exciting ride!

Elias DantasPhD, Director of International Relations, Alliance University

One powerful, principled book… the rare opportunity to learn firsthand from two Christ-centered visionary experts.

Dr. James O. DavisFounder/President, Global Church Network

A riveting story of… a faith journey fleshed out in the life and work of an entrepreneur. Read, enjoy and be challenged!

Dr. R. Paul StevensProfessor Emeritus, Marketplace Theology, Regent College

A transparent and vulnerable journey of triumph and tragedy.

LoriAnn V. Lowery-BiggersCEO, BellaVaughan, Inc.

Edward Ong undertook some huge projects that would be daunting to most entrepreneurs. He has managed to maintain an enduring perseverance over an extended number of years that has finally seen his visions realised.

Lord EdmistonChairman of the Board, IM Group of Companies, UK

ABOUT THE BOOK

Life is pretty crazy, isn’t it?
  • Life often throws us curve balls.
  • The world we live in is unpredictable.
  • God often leads in mysterious ways.
  • The things God calls us to sometimes do not make sense.
IT’S CRAZY!

Adding on to the craziness of life, we are confronted with the fact that things work differently in the topsy-turvy Kingdom of God::

  • It is more blessed to give than to receive.
  • The honest and the humble are honoured
  • You have to die to self, in order to truly live.
But… does it actually work?
  • Is seeking first the kingdom of God actually doable in business?
  • Can one even hope to survive — let alone thrive — while sticking steadfastly to the principles of integrity and incorruptibility?
  • Can one do business and be compassionate at the same time?
  • Can a leader embrace God’s counter-intuitive guidance — and still succeed?

These are tough questions. This is where our faith collides with reality. And that’s why this book is titled It’s C.R.A.Z.Y!

This unique 2-in-1 book brings together:

  • The amazing real-life journey of faith by entrepreneur Edward Ong
  • Powerful insights on life, calling and leadership by his long-time mentor Rev Edmund Chan.

You will be kept on the edge of your seat as Edward Ong brings you on the twists and turns of his amazing roller-coaster journey, sharing story after story with disarming honesty, humour and candour.

At the end of that ride, you will savour the richness of insight and perspective as veteran disciple-making pastor Edmund Chan, with his characteristic clarity and succinctness, sums up the C.R.A.Z.Y. principles and paradigms that anchor the entrepreneurial life:

C – Curating Clarity
R – Regulating Risk Appetite
A – Auditing Alignment
Z – Zig-zagging with Zeal
Y – Yielding Yieldedness

Whether you are leading in the marketplace or in the church, life can get pretty crazy. There is always a call to follow God in entrepreneurial, faith-directed leadership. Join Edward Ong and his mentor Edmund Chan as they recount the journey, relive all the craziness, and revisit the principles and paradigms that make for a truly unconventional life.

This book will inform, instruct, and inspire you to follow God and experience His signature of grace upon your life.

ABOUT THE AUTHORS

Edward Ong

Datuk Edward Ong is a builder with a bold vision for transformational projects. In the 1990s, he embarked on the development of Sutera Harbour Resort in Sabah, Malaysia, when the state was not yet a tourist destination. The iconic resort became the largest employer after the state government, and was instrumental in making tourism a key economic pillar in Sabah. When the Asian Financial Crisis hit, it put the entire project in peril and left him drowning in debt. But God delivered him!

Edward is now building a world-class township in Dili, Timor-Leste. In 2023, he was awarded the Collar of the Order of Timor-Leste in recognition of his significant contributions to the young nation. He is married to Enung, and together they have a blended family of children and grandchildren.

Edmund Chan

Rev. Edmund Chan is an expository preacher and a mentor at heart. His insightful biblical teachings have made him a sought-after speaker internationally. He mentors top-echelon leaders around the world, and has written several books on spirituality, discipleship and leadership.

After serving as senior pastor of the Covenant Evangelical Free Church in Singapore for 25 years, Edmund transited in leadership as the Founder and Leadership Mentor of the Global Alliance of Intentional Disciple Making Churches (Global Alliance IDMC). He is married to Ann, who actively ministers alongside him around the world. They have two lovely daughters, Amanda and Belicia.

READER REVIEWS

I just read your book and am very inspired by your courage and perseverance with the Grace of God. You are an amazing person who defies the odds and does the opposite of what normal people do. God has given you this unusual gift and you have made the best of it. May you continue to walk on the road less travelled together with God. Thank you for sharing your extraordinary journey which will inspire all who read it. God bless!

Datuk Adeline Leongformer President of DBKK

Edward, I have a complaint… My wife can't put down your book! She finds your life experiences so intriguing and inspiring, she picks up your book between her chores. Certainly not a book to put one to sleep, on the contrary. God bless you brother for your obedience to His leading, and may the Lord continue to use you to inspire more people. Shalom.

Pastor Alan Chan

Highly recommended book of the hour in these times! This book is a powerful gem for marketplace people, as well as pastors who walk with marketplace believers. Such authentic sharing from the author, opening himself like an open book in order for readers to glean from the real-life challenges and lessons, and pointing us to the powerful miracle-working God, even in the marketplace. It ignites hope and encourages us to be His light and ambassador wherever He places us.

Even through mounting debt, impossible-looking situations and near death encounters, what stands out is the key of obedience and trusting in God. To see his mentor share from the heart and laying down the lessons learnt in such a clear and succinct way, gives us guidance how to mentor others and the importance of accountability also. Good for marketplace group study too, to trigger real-life conversations and finding biblical responses together.

Datin Josephine YoongEntrepreneur & author

Hi Edward, just want you to know that your book should make it to a bestsellers list! It was a most interesting read and I am very impressed with your write up and the credit you gave to your dad. I think it is good how you acknowledge his teaching and his commendable principles in management of people. I think father-son relationships can be difficult as everyone is unique and have their own character. The time when you became a Christian when the rest of the family were not must have been difficult, but you came through it with equanimity. Thank God! Thanks for the book. I am passing it to my son and later to hubby to read, and then share with others.

Lau Tze Min

Thank you Edward for your book. It is so well-written, and I find it difficult to put it down once I start reading. So happy that God has guided you so well. Every time, you emerged intact and triumphant. It is inspirational. I truly admire you and am so proud to have had you as my classmate. May God continue to inspire and treasure you!

Elizabeth Martin-Chua

A captivating read! Datuk Edward's CRAZY journey and unyielding principles, coupled with Rev Edmund's illuminating C.R.A.Z.Y. framework, provide a transformative look at Christian living in the corporate world. This fusion of practical wisdom and theoretical foundations sparks introspection, ignites inspiration, and emboldens readers to embrace their own CRAZY adventures with unwavering faith. A compelling must-read for those craving courage and conviction on their spiritual journey!

Tan Yee Hern

Just finished your book. Loved it. Great to get some of the back story of your life. The authenticity is refreshing and inspiring. I am recommending it to all my network.

Rev Ian GreenPresident, Kingdomize Global

There are many who preach the gospel, but very few whose lives themselves become the gospel. Pastor Edmund Chan and Datuk Edward Ong are among those few to me, as their lives are a profound testimony.

If Hebrews chapter 11 were to be written today, the adventurous faith journey of Datuk Edward Ong would undoubtedly be included. As you embark on his life story, you will, at some point, experience the Holy Spirit's divine plumb line, gently correcting you, bringing encouragement, and fueling your faith through His dealings with the author.

May his journey become a signpost pointing you to the One who has been the Restorer of everything broken in his life: Jesus the Christ.

Pastor Joshua DavidUpperroom Church India

I read the book from cover to cover twice! Very interesting and inspirational; full of human and spiritual insights. The real life-stories recounted are uniquely valuable.

The author lives out his passionate ideals even when stones are thrown onto his path. It is the very essence of his ideals that help him navigate and course through the cut-and-thrust world of business successfully.

Koh Chye Hock

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