GENESIS 8:15–9:3; EXODUS 23:16 God instructed Moses and the Israelites to celebrate the Festival of Harvest with the first fruits of crops in Exodus 23:16. Today, nations all around the world commemorate the abundance of the land in a manner similar to this. The Yam Festival is observed by the people of Ghana as a harvest celebration. … [Read more…]
PSALM 141 Charles was frustrated with his wife for not checking directions to a famous restaurant, which they had planned to dine at during their holiday in Japan, and criticised her for her poor planning. Charles later regretted his harsh words and realised he could have checked directions himself and failed to thank his wife for … [Read more…]
2 CHRONICLES 2:1–10 Her husband celebrated a milestone birthday, and she brainstormed ways to honour him. She discussed ideas with her children, aiming to reflect the new decade’s significance and his family’s value. King Solomon aimed to build a temple worthy of God’s presence, securing raw materials from the king of Tyre. He acknowledged that God’s vastness … [Read more…]
ECCLESIASTES 3:10–11 “If I find in myself a desire which no experience in this world can satisfy, the most probable explanation is that I was made for another world,” wrote C. S. Lewis in his book Mere Christianity. Life would have no meaning or purpose without God. Through testing the limits of nature, such as climbing mountains, … [Read more…]
1 PETER 2:11–17; 3:8–9 A sheriff in a community often uncooperative with law enforcement emphasised that they are human beings who work with people in crisis. The best response to humans in crisis is to be human, as it is what God Himself did when He sent His Son to help us. According to Peter, the greatest … [Read more…]
RUTH 4:13–17; RUTH 2:20 Joyce, a woman who had been imprisoned for six years due to wrong decisions, was set free. Despite her despair, a kind couple offered her lodging, food, and assistance. They told her about a God who loves her and wants to give her a second chance, showcasing the power of kindness. Joyce’s story, … [Read more…]
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…]
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