Let us finish together

“Don’t be concerned for your own good but for the good of others” (NLT) 1 Corinthians 10:24 One fond memory of Rio 2016 Olympics that will... Read More...

An uninvited loving nose

"But he wanted to justify himself, so he asked Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?” In reply Jesus said: “A man was going down from Jerusalem to... Read More...

Unity in the Body

"If the whole body were an eye, where would the sense of hearing be? If the whole body were an ear, where would the sense of smell be?"(NIV) 1... Read More...

Godly fellowship as a witness

“Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners. Awake to righteousness, and sin not; for some have not the knowledge of God: I speak... Read More...

Knit together in love

"For I want you to know what a great conflict I have for you and those in Laodicea, and for as many as have not seen my face in the flesh, that... Read More...

Do good to all men

"Therefore, as we have the opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers." (NIV) Galatians... Read More...

For we are brethren

“And Abram said to Lot, “Please let there be no strife between me and you, and between my herdsmen and your herdsmen, for we are brethren.”... Read More...

Everyone needs an angel

“tell me what I can do to help you,” Jonathan exclaimed. (NLT) 1 Samuel 20:4 Bible reading: 1 Samuel 20, 2 Samuel 1:17-27, 2 Samuel 9,... Read More...

Am I my brother’s keeper?

Genesis 4:9 The first murder in the holy book is the account of Cain killing his brother Abel because God favoured Abel’s sacrifice over his. Now... Read More...

Angels on Earth

"Therefore be merciful, just as your Father also is merciful." (NKJV) Luke 6:36 The expression, “angels on earth” is used to describe someone... Read More...

But for Love

"For God so loved the world that he gave His one and only son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life."(NIV) John 3:16 ... Read More...

Have you been of assistance to your neighbour today?

“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let... Read More...

Brighten someone's day

"You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in... Read More...

Show love

Luke 10:25-37 25On one occasion an expert in the law stood up to test Jesus. “Teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?”... Read More...

Refocusing

“For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober... Read More...

Loving the unlovable

"If you love those who love you, what reward will you get? Are not even the tax collectors doing that? And if you greet only your brothers, what are... Read More...

A common mistake

An elderly woman told me that she loves Jesus, prays regularly, reads the Bible daily, and confesses her sins always. But she's afraid to die. She's... Read More...

Sow seeds of giving and reap fruits of receipts

“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the... Read More...

Distracted Missionaries

"We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to... Read More...

Bless, don't curse

"...bless and do not curse" (NIV) Romans 12:14b. Words carry power and influence that is why God attaches high importance to words (Psalm 138:2,... Read More...

Cry for Love

"Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God..." (NIV) 1 John 4:7 A father sat at his desk poring over his monthly bills when... Read More...

Love makes family time possible

"We love because he first loved us." (NIV) 1 John 4:19 Let’s begin by drawing up our to-do list for the day. I guess it’s a tall list of items... Read More...

Love makes family time possible (2)

"We love because he first loved us." (NIV) 1 John 4:19 Let’s begin by drawing up our to-do list for the day. I guess it’s a tall list of items... Read More...

God's kind of Love

“Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love." (NIV) 1 John 4:8 Three months ago the world celebrated that powerful force known... Read More...

Saved for good works

“We are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works"(NIV) Ephesians 2:10 Bible reading: Ephesians 2: 1-10 Some time ago we were dead... Read More...

Fool for Christ

"For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved, it is the power of God."(NIV) 1 Corinthians... Read More...

A contrast in friends

'A friend loves at all times...” (NIV) Proverbs 17:17 In the Old Testament, Job and Daniel had much in common because both went through serious... Read More...

Friends for Christ

"A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity." (NIV) Proverbs 17:17 Friendship is one of the important relationships... Read More...

The welfare of others

"Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves." (NIV) Philippians 2:3 Bible... Read More...

Be like the Master

"Each one should use whatever gift he or she has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms." 1 Peter... Read More...

Focus on the Master, not the meat

"The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not allow the temptation to be more than... Read More...

My gift to others

"And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, inasmuch as you have done unto one of the least of these brethren, you have... Read More...

God of the Storm

Our scripture reading today is one of the shorter Psalms in the Bible but even so, packs a powerful message. As you are reading through this Psalm,... Read More...

What we don’t see behind the storms

  Matthew 8:23-27 “When upon life billows you are tempest tossed. When you are discouraged thinking all is lost, count your many blessings name... Read More...

Give faith a fighting chance

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to His purpose.” (NIV) Romans 8:28... Read More...

Talk it over with Christ

“Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to... Read More...

Encourage yourself

“David was greatly distressed because the men were talking of stoning him; each one was bitter in spirit because of his sons and daughters. But... Read More...

Difficulties abound in life, but take heart! (Part 2)

Each of us may have gone through some painful losses, personal struggles, some unfair treatment, headaches and heartaches. The man Job who lived... Read More...

Difficulties abound in life, but take heart! (Part 1)

It is shocking and amazing, how life could turn so difficult at one time or the other. Suffering, having become an inherent part of human life has... Read More...

His Will requires our patience

…but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk... Read More...

I’m pressing on

“Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold... Read More...

The Hard Truth

“Because you are precious in my eyes, and honored, and I love you, I give men in return for you, peoples in exchange for your life.” (RSV)... Read More...

Control Your Words

"When words are many, sin is not absent, but he who holds his tongue is wise.” (NIV) Proverbs 10:19 You probably know the pain of regretting... Read More...

An opportunity to run to God

"To you oh Lord, I pray. ..None who have faith in God will ever be disgraced for trusting him. But all who harm the innocent shall be defeated. Show... Read More...

According to your faith, let it be done unto you

"And Jesus said unto the centurion; Go thy way, and as thou believed, so be it done unto thee"(KJV) Matthew 8:13 Faith is the assurance of things... Read More...

He makes Himself mighty through you

“These are the words of Him who is holy and true, who holds the key of David. What He opens no one can shut, and what He shuts, no one can open. I... Read More...

With Christ in the boat

"He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm. He said to His... Read More...

Will your anchor hold?

“If you fail under pressure, your strength is too small" (NLT) Proverbs 24:10 “Trees snap like toothpicks or fly upward, wrenched from the... Read More...

He keeps watch over you

“This book of the law shall not depart out of your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, that you may be careful to do according to... Read More...

Following God when it appears senseless

"The person without the Spirit does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God but considers them foolishness, and cannot understand... Read More...

He is the God of possibilities- just trust and obey

"Not one of all the Lord’s good promises to the house of Israel failed; everyone was fulfilled." (NIV) Joshua 21:45 Many of us choose a specific... Read More...

Swallow the bitter pill

“And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them."... Read More...

Consistency with God

“Know therefore that the LORD your God is God; he is the faithful God, keeping his covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love... Read More...

The Mystery of Stones: Christ Our Home

"Jesus is ‘the stone you builders rejected, which has become the cornerstone.’ Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name... Read More...

Where your heart is…

“You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you." (NIV) (Isaiah 26:3) I pray that the eyes of your... Read More...

It was Your Gift and Still is Your Gift (II)

“Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those... Read More...

It was Your Gift and Still is Your Gift

“Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those... Read More...

The Power Therein

“For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline” (NIV) 2 Tim 1:7 Just a few days ago, I... Read More...

Joy in the Lord

“For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though He was rich, yet for your sakes He became poor, that you through His poverty might... Read More...

What and Who Are We Bowing To?

“and Nebuchadnezzar said to them, “Is it true, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, that you do not serve my gods or worship the image of gold I have... Read More...

Hopeful Realities

“…I will bear the Lord’s wrath… He will bring me out into the light; I will see His Righteousness.” (NIV) Micah 7: 9 Life may not come to... Read More...

You killed it with your thoughts

“One night Joseph had a dream, and when he told his brothers about it, they hated him more than ever " (NLT) Genesis 37:5 Have you ever had a... Read More...

The story of each day

“Life is more than food and your body more than clothing” Luke 12:23-NLT Bible reading: Luke 12:22-34 When worrying or desperate to achieve all... Read More...

Make time to pray

“Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.” (NIV) Jeremiah 33:3 Most often than not, in our... Read More...

Who is willing to consecrate him/her self today to the Lord?

“For the gold work and silver work, for all the work to be done by the craftsmen. Now, who is willing to consecrate himself today to the Lord?”... Read More...

The valid worry: Investing in Christ

"Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need."(NIV) Matthew 6:33 As dearly beloved... Read More...

Respect for the last second

“…The race is not to the swift or the battle to the strong, nor does food come to the wise or wealth to the brilliant or favor to the learned;... Read More...

Taking God personal

“And if it seems evil to you to serve the Lord, choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods which your fathers served... Read More...

One day

Some Jews who went around driving out evil spirits tried to invoke the name of the Lord Jesus over those who were demon-possessed. They would say,... Read More...

Life is not fair

In Ecclesiastes 9:11, the Preacher wrote, “I have seen something else under the sun: The race is not to the swift or the battle to the strong, nor... Read More...

Staying focused

Revelation 3:14-18 (NIV) – “To the angel of the church in Laodicea write: These are the words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the... Read More...

Living everyday as the last day

“so you must be ready, because the son of man will come at an hour when you do not expect him"(KJV) Matthew 24:44 The bible makes it clear we do... Read More...

A life well lived

“His master replied, ‘well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things.... Read More...

Silence in Heaven

“There is a time for everything, …a time to be silent and a time to speak. (NIV) Ecclesiastes 3:1a,7b The eighth chapter of the book of... Read More...

Just five more minutes!

While at the park one day, a woman sat down next to a man on a bench near a playground. “That’s my son over there,” she said, pointing to a... Read More...

Build up your Spirit

"Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you... Read More...

Both are important to God

"Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come." (NLT) 1 Timothy 4:8... Read More...

Children of God

"See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not... Read More...

How well do you listen?

“He who has ears to hear, let him hear!” (NIV) Matt. 13:9 Jesus would often conclude a lesson during His earthly ministry by saying, “He who... Read More...

Status Quo

Bible reading: 1 Samuel 8:4-9, 19-22 This scripture reading from the book of Samuel centers on a major change in the Israelite nation that took... Read More...

How do you spend your time?

“So be careful how you live. Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise. Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days. Don’t... Read More...

The wake up call

"The night is nearly over; the day is almost here. So let us put aside the deeds of darkness and put on the armor of light." (NIV) Romans 13:12 We... Read More...

Knowing Christ day by day

“Carry each other's burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ.” (NIV) Galatians 6:2. Hymn: Day by day, dear Lord Of these... Read More...

Hopeful Faithfuls (III)

“I am the Lord, the God of all mankind. Is anything too hard for me?” (NIV) Jeremiah 32:27 “Do not be anxious about anything, by prayer and... Read More...

Hopeful Faithfuls (II)

“I am the Lord, the God of all mankind. Is anything too hard for me?” (NIV) Jeremiah 32:27 “Do not be anxious about anything, by prayer and... Read More...

Hopeful Faithfuls (I)

“I am the Lord, the God of all mankind. Is anything too hard for me?” (NIV) Jeremiah 32:27 Many Christians have read the stories of Hannah,... Read More...

Why do bad things sometimes happen to good people?

“His wife said to him, "Are you still maintaining your integrity? Curse God and die!" He replied, "You are talking like a foolish woman. Shall we... Read More...

Are you spending time with God?

Bible reading: Psalm 73 Life can be frustrating at times, especially during those times when we see other people prosper while not giving one... Read More...