27 Apr 2023
So, how does one appropriate the benefits of Christ’s death and resurrection? How can one be part of His divine plan? Acts 2:29-41 explains the process.
26 Apr 2023
The disciples ministered as they were enabled by the Holy Spirit and encouraged those who listened to them. Those words were recorded for our benefit so that we too may partake of the blessings of the risen Christ and the love of the Father. Acts 2:14-28.
25 Apr 2023
The disciples waited in Jerusalem as they had been instructed, and they were filled with the Holy Spirit. Acts 2:1-13. This was necessary for them to accomplish the task that lay ahead of them.
24 Apr 2023
Now the work starts in earnest. Jesus had ministered for 3 years before he was crucified. He lived amongst the disciples and they had a chance to see what he did. After His death and resurrection, it was their turn to go out and minister. May we get busy and continue the work He started. John 21:15-25.
20 Apr 2023
And after Easter, then what? Acts 13:30-43 gives an account of what Paul and Barnabas experienced and did after the resurrection. They shared the good news and spoke about their experiences. They also ministered to people’s needs as the Lord enabled them.
19 Apr 2023
Therefore, may we celebrate Easter with understanding. May we use the word of God to help us understand what Easter means to us and may we also see the benefits of Easter and hence its importance. May the Holy Spirit open our spiritual eyes to these truths and may they transform us. Amen. Ephesians 2:11-22.
18 Apr 2023
Christ’s coming, death and resurrection reflects our journey of life. We have the benefit of His investment in our lives. There are gifts He has placed in us for service and for the glorification of His name. May we learn from His life and depend on His power and have impact. Ephesians 4:9-13.
17 Apr 2023
For those who meet the condition mentioned in Ephesians 1:13, the benefit spoken of in Ephesians 1:18-20 and Ephesians 2:6 follows. Being seated with Christ in heavenly places means that one has the power to live as a Christian. That was the other purpose of resurrection.
14 Apr 2023
The Lord appeared to the disciples to encourage them. The signs and wonders were also to show them what they should do. John 14:12 and John 20:30. What has the Lord done through you? What are your expectations for glorifying His name going forward?
13 Apr 2023
Imagine what Mary felt in John 20:10-18, when she finally saw the risen Lord. Or the other disciples for that matter as narrated in the rest of chapters 20 and 21 of the gospel of John. They must have been elated. Jesus reaffirmed what He had said to the disciples earlier. They saw and believed. And what about you and I? Please check out John 20:29.