PSALM 127:1–2 In 2010, a young woman spent months preparing her dream garden—watering, planting, and pruning daily. Yet despite her tireless effort, nothing grew. Only later did she discover the soil lacked nutrients. Her labour was real, but without the right foundation, it was in vain. Like her, we often pour energy into our goals, burdened … [Read more…]
GENESIS 16:7–14 In school, a shy student may feel alone and invisible in a crowded classroom. Hagar felt alone and unseen in the desert, yet God saw her and revealed Himself as El Roi, “the God who sees me” (Genesis 16:13). When we feel unnoticed or forgotten, God’s eyes are on us, full of love and care. … [Read more…]
JEREMIAH 9:23–26 In many offices, a successful project may be credited to the manager, while the team’s hard work goes unnoticed. Jeremiah 9 warns against boasting in our own wisdom or strength. Like that project, our abilities and good deeds are gifts from God’s grace. We must recognise the true source: the Lord who shows kindness, justice, … [Read more…]
PSALM 119:9–16, 97–105 As a child, I remember how, during power outages, the soft glow of a kerosene lamp or candle would fill the room, chasing away the night’s shadows. Psalm 119 reminds us that God’s Word is like this lamp—lighting our way when life feels dark and uncertain. Without His Word, we can lose direction; with it, … [Read more…]
EPHESIANS 2:6–10 In a remote village in Ghana, after a tiring day of travel, a man and his wife sat under a tree feeling exhausted. A young boy approached them with a shy smile and offered them two fresh mangoes. No words—just kindness. That small act refreshed more than their bodies; it lifted their spirits. Had he … [Read more…]
NUMBERS 9:15–23 In many workplaces, change is constant—staff transfers, project shifts, or new leadership can uproot routines overnight. Just like the Israelites in the wilderness, who moved whenever God’s cloud lifted, teams must be ready to pack up and follow purpose, not comfort. Jesus later made it personal: “Follow me.” Not a cloud, but Christ Himself … [Read more…]
JOHN 3:22–35 In a busy classroom, a girl kept raising her hand, eager to answer every question, wanting all the attention. She did not notice her classmates waiting for a chance to speak. Like that girl, we can get caught up in ourselves, forgetting God’s bigger plan. John the Baptist showed us a different way—pointing away from … [Read more…]
JEREMIAH 5:18–23 A young storyteller sought to portray a grieving mother in a drama, though she had never known deep loss. To prepare, she sat silently with widows around the fire as they shared their pain. At first, she tried to speak, to advise—but soon she learnt to listen. Only then did she begin to understand their sorrow. … [Read more…]
JOEL 2:18–27 In East Africa, locust swarms can darken the sky and strip entire fields bare in minutes, leaving farmers devastated and families hungry. The prophet Joel used a similar image to describe the judgement Judah faced for turning away from God—like locusts devouring everything in sight. Yet Joel also delivered hope: if the people repented, God … [Read more…]
1 PETER 4:7–11 In an African village, two elders—once bitter rivals over land—learnt to reconcile when the chief, inspired by love, called for unity. Though one had insulted the other deeply, forgiveness blossomed like the baobab’s roots after rain. They later stood side by side, leading their people in peace. Peter urged us to love each other … [Read more…]
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