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…]
PSALM 131 During lunch with my sister and children, my niece was told to prepare for her nap by her mom. She was worried because I had not yet held her. I had to assure her that I would hold her for five minutes before her nap. I am grateful for my niece’s constant reminder of … [Read more…]
PSALM 27:1–4; PSALM 63:3 A man once said, “Views of the Grand Canyon are my favourite. Every time I stand at the edge of the canyon, I am astounded by the fresh strokes of God’s artistic creation.” The Grand Canyon, despite being a large hole in the ground, evokes a profound reflection on heaven. It reminds us … [Read more…]
ISAIAH 40:6–11 I was in the waiting room of the hospital. I brought my friend for his eye surgery. As I prayed for him, I found solace in Isaiah 40, a familiar passage in the Bible, as I prayed for his well-being and the comfort the surgery would bring. Isaiah 40 tells us that the Lord … [Read more…]
ISAIAH 38:1–8 An ancient clay seal was found in Jerusalem’s Institute of Archaeology. Initially, the seal’s significance was not established until a researcher scrutinised the letters on it, leading to a major discovery. The Hebrew inscription, written in Hebrew, reads, “Belonging to Hezekiah [son of] Ahaz, king of Judah.” The seal, discovered by archaeologists, features a … [Read more…]
PROVERBS 18:10–11 My brother and I were planning an extended family gathering, and I offered to drive. He asked if I could drive his car, which he preferred. I assumed he preferred his spacious car, but he explained that he felt safer and protected in his car. His comments prompted me to reflect on my personal … [Read more…]
JOHN 15:9–17 A church, initially established as a ministry for ex-prisoners transitioning back into society, now attracts people from various backgrounds. The church serves as a reminder of the heavenly community, consisting of diverse individuals, all redeemed sinners, united by Jesus’ love. Sometimes I wonder if some churches are more like exclusive clubs than a safe … [Read more…]
MATTHEW 25:31–40 A friend cared for her mother-in-law, who longed for her feet to be washed. She hated the job, was resentful, and would ask God to hide her feelings. However, one day, she felt honoured to wash her mother-in-law’s feet, as she felt like she was washing Jesus Himself. This experience changed her grumbling … [Read more…]
2 KINGS 4:42–44 A family initially felt inadequate when asked to host a small group at their home due to limited seating, lack of skills, and concerns about food preparation. Despite these fears, they agreed to host the group, and over the next five years, they found great joy in welcoming the group into their living room. … [Read more…]
EXODUS 17:1–7 In the 1960s, the Kingston Trio released a song called “Desert Pete,” which tells the story of a thirsty cowboy who finds a hand pump with a note instructing him not to drink the water in the jar but to use its contents to prime the pump. The cowboy obeys, receiving an abundance … [Read more…]
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