19 Nov 2019
The United Kingdom conquered a large part of the world and left its influence even after those nations gained independence. We still drive on the left, eat with a fork & knife, have 1 or 2 English names, use English as an official language, etc. We can’t refute that we were once a British colony. The kingdom of God is more powerful than the British Empire. How much more influence should it wield over the earth? Our lives should be full of evidence of His reign. Hebrews 12:28-29 & Revelation 11:15-19.
18 Nov 2019
There is a sense of expectation, waiting for the Lord to show Himself strong. May we not be disappointed like Isaiah 26:18 says. Our desire should be to establish God’s kingdom wherever He places us. How I pray that we shall experience what verse 19 says. May the Lord have mercy on us.
15 Nov 2019
When we forget to appreciate the Lord for His love for us and the lengths He can go to to prove it, may we get an aha moment like Job, so that we realise what a mighty God we serve. Job 42:1-6.
14 Nov 2019
Ephesians 2:10 should remind us what we were created to do, lest we doubt. Telling others of the love of God that caused us to be reconciled to Him through the finished work of the cross and living that out are things expected of us too. 2 Corinthians 5:11-21.
13 Nov 2019
Even as we fellowship and share with each other, it would be good to have similar perspectives on some basic but important issues as Christians. Having the right doctrine will help us have the same focus and avoid unnecessary quarrels. A spirit of contentment will also motivate us to focus on kingdom matters. 1 Timothy 6:3-10.
12 Nov 2019
One thing we underestimate is fellowship. It is not easy to host: it takes time, money and a lot of effort. But the result is joy, contentment, ministry to each other, holding each other accountable and stress relief. 2 John and 3 John end in the same way. John desires to meet the brethren face to face and fellowship. In 3 John:5 he commends the believers for hosting strangers. Let’s share our lives with others.
11 Nov 2019
It may not always seem like it, but the evidence of spiritual transformation should be seen in our lives because of Him who dwells in us. Galatians 2:20.
08 Nov 2019
Even as we journey through this world, our focus should be eternity. We need to get educated, work, raise families, etc. And as we do that, we should do it based on our divine purpose and with God’s help. Then the words of 1 Corinthians 15:50-58 will make sense, especially verse 58.
07 Nov 2019
But we have so many things that are troubling us: health issues, hard economic times, stress at work or in business, issues with children, etc. These don’t negate the reality of the Ancient of Days. In Mark 4:35-41, Jesus slept while the disciples, some who were experienced fishermen, were extremely unsettled due to a storm. But He was in the boat with them. Is Jesus in the boat with you as you face your storms? He spoke to the storm. Can He still command storms today? Have you lost sight of the bigger picture, the aspect of eternity?
06 Nov 2019
There are enough troubles keeping us occupied and sometimes taking our focus away from the hope of eternal glory. Daniel 7:1-14 helps me put things into perspective. There is no kingdom that will outlive God’s kingdom. Other kingdoms shall be destroyed and that of the Ancient of Days shall remain forever.