25 May 2021
Abimelech was Gideon’s son he had with a lady from Canaan. He wanted to be king so badly, that he went to his mother’s people to rally support for a position that was reserved for those God appointed. To ensure he had no competition, he killed 69 of his step brothers! Only Jotham managed to flee. May we not be so consumed by our agenda that we totally ignore God. Judges 9:1-21.
24 May 2021
What is it that you desire so much? What lengths would you go to to acquire it? Is it in God’s will for your life? Please read Judges 9:1-21.
21 May 2021
The people of Nineveh had been so wicked, that Jonah fled rather than confront them with God’s message. Yet, when they heard Jonah, they obeyed immediately. We are sometimes so fearful for no reason, yet the Lord has prepared everything for us and only needs our obedience. May we trust Him. Jonah 3:1-10.
20 May 2021
Did Jonah opt to be thrown overboard due to his concern for the crew or was he still keen on avoiding God’s assignment? Bottom line is that he called on God and He was merciful enough to rescue him and also spare the ship’s crew. He hears when we call to Him. Jonah 2:1-10.
19 May 2021
In Jonah 1:13-16, the men pitied Jonah and decided to keep him on board. Things got worse. They then cried out to God and asked for mercy. They realised only He could help them.
18 May 2021
Jonah knew why the calamity had come upon them and he confessed. He did not let pride get in the way. He was willing to be thrown overboard to save the situation. He considered his life as inconsequential compared to the lives of the others. Jonah 1:7-12.
17 May 2021
In the midst of the storm, Jonah was woken up and asked to cry out to his God for mercy. Even the crew, who were not Christians, were so desperate that they were willing to try out anything in this time of crisis. Are you sleeping? Would the Lord be expecting you to wake up and pray? Are there people around you who are desperate for His help? Jonah 1:5-6.
13 May 2021
The fear of God endears us to Him. He becomes our hope and salvation and a source of encouragement, even in difficult times. May we not loose hope. Psalm 43.
12 May 2021
When we allow the Lord room to operate in our lives and in our midst, His presence ministers in different ways to us. Even His protection becomes our portion. Psalm 36:10-12.
11 May 2021
When the fear of the Lord increases, lust, selfishness and pride reduce in the hearts of people and more room is created for His love. The benefits of His love are endless. Psalm 36:5-9.