LUKE 1:5–17; EPHESIANS 3:20-21 It is not always simple for us to comprehend why God occasionally takes His time to answer our requests. Zechariah, a priest, was told by angel Gabriel that his prayer for a son, John, had been answered. Despite his wife Elizabeth’s age being beyond the expected childbirth age, God answered his prayer after … [Read more…]
MATTHEW 6:1–4 Faith, a church member, volunteered to mentor a young woman, but her efforts were overlooked by church leaders. They assigned a staff member to care for the woman, leaving Faith feeling discouraged and unsure of her role in the church. One day, the young woman expressed gratitude for Faith’s comfort, causing her to feel … [Read more…]
PSALM 67 At a conference, two inspiring conversations occurred. A pastor spent eleven years in prison for a wrongful murder conviction, while a group of families faced persecution in their homeland but were betrayed by the same people who were assigned to rescue them. Both cases highlight the lack of justice, showing the world’s brokenness. Psalm … [Read more…]
2 KINGS 22:1–4, 8-13 Despite consulting specialists, the child’s growth was limited. After three years, they discovered severe food intolerances. After eliminating these items, he grew five inches in just a few months, and his health surge was a joy. Like the improvements in the child’s life, Josiah, who was lauded for doing what was right in … [Read more…]
PSALM 13 I cried upon seeing the newborn asleep in his crib, knowing he would never wake again. He held to live for months before his mother announced his death, expressing deep pain and the profound love God had carved into their hearts through his life. The family’s son’s tragic loss underscores the importance of relying on … [Read more…]
ROMANS 12:1–13 Jane Yolen, an author of over 400 books for children and adults, said, “The story told is important, not the storyteller.” The story revolves around Jesus, the Saviour, who sacrificed His life for us, and we, along with other believers, live for Him and share His love with others. Romans 12:3–21 emphasises the importance of … [Read more…]
LUKE 7:36–50; ROMANS 5:8 In Japan, food products are meticulously prepared and packaged to ensure both taste and appearance. Despite the high quality standards, products with slight defects are often discarded. However, wakeari products, meaning “there is a reason” in Japanese, have gained popularity in recent years. These products are sold at a low price for … [Read more…]
MARK 4:35–41 “Clear your desks of all items, and get a sheet of paper and a pencil.” When I was a student, these dreaded words announced that “test time” had come. In Mark 4, Jesus’ day began with teaching by the seaside and ended with a time of testing on the sea. Jesus and His disciples … [Read more…]
GENESIS 50:15–20 Jay Bufton created a lighthouse out of his hospital room. Jay, a dying cancer patient, transformed his room into a wonderful place for friends, family, and hospital workers. His joyful attitude and strong faith attracted nurses who even visited him during off-hours. He greeted everyone with a smile and encouragement, living out his faith … [Read more…]
ISAIAH 53:1–6 The modern city of Jerusalem is believed to have been built on its own rubble. A family walked through the Via Dolorosa (the Way of Sorrow), the route Jesus followed on His way to the cross, during a visit, and paused at the Convent of the Sisters of Zion. They were intrigued by … [Read more…]
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