JOHN 11:17–27; JOHN 3:16 Ariana Cha’s Washington Post article discussed tech moguls Peter Thiele and others’ ambitious plan to extend human life indefinitely, pledging billions for the project. They are running a touch behind schedule. Death is already defeated! Jesus assures us that those who believe in Him will never die; even if they die, they shall … [Read more…]
MARK 4:36–41 In the Arizona desert, trees in a windless Biosphere 2 glass dome grew faster than normal but collapsed due to their own weight. Researchers discovered that these trees needed wind stress to grow strong, highlighting the importance of wind in maintaining a calm environment. Jesus allowed His disciples to face gale-force winds during a … [Read more…]
PSALM 126 Their son struggled with drug addiction for seven years, causing significant hardships for the family. As they prayed for his recovery, they learned to celebrate small victories, remembering a good day as a reminder of gratitude for God’s help. Psalm 126:3 highlights God’s tender mercies, stating that the Lord has done great things … [Read more…]
HEBREWS 4:12–16 In 2015, 245 million surveillance cameras were installed globally, growing by 15% annually. Millions of people with smartphones capture daily images, creating a global, cameras-everywhere society and causing debates on security and privacy. The New Testament book of Hebrews states that our relationship with God is more exposed and accountable than surveillance cameras can … [Read more…]
RUTH 2:8–13 Anne Herbert, an American writer, wrote the phrase “practice random acts of kindness and senseless acts of beauty” in 1982, which has since become popularised through film and literature. Why should we show kindness? For those who follow Jesus, it is to demonstrate God’s tender mercy and kindness. Ruth, a foreigner from Moab, was poor … [Read more…]
2 CHRONICLES 20:13–22 French artist Henri Matisse, during his final years, experimented with a new style, creating colourful, large-scale paintings using paper instead of paint. These bright images were crucial to him, as he was often confined to his bed due to cancer. Being in the valley, where dread overshadows everything else, is a common experience for … [Read more…]
JOHN 14:5–14,19 David’s father criticised him as a failure and an embarrassment to his family. Despite excelling in sports, he felt like a loser. He contemplated his future and whether he could escape painlessly. However, he avoided discussing his feelings with anyone, as his culture taught him to keep his private heartache private. David struggled alone … [Read more…]
MATTHEW 11:25–30 A man stopped his pickup truck to offer a lift to a woman carrying a heavy load. The woman thanked him and climbed into the back of the truck. The man surprisingly noticed she was still holding onto her load. He asked her to put down her load and relax, as his truck could … [Read more…]
2 CORINTHIANS 4:1–7 In 1974, Chinese farmers discovered the Terracotta Army, life-size terracotta sculptures dating back to the third century BC. The discovery included 8,000 soldiers, 150 cavalry horses, and 130 chariots drawn by 520 horses. The Terracotta Army has become a popular tourist site in China, attracting over a million visitors annually. After being kept … [Read more…]
GENESIS 2:4–8 As children, we used to walk to school on cold mornings, enjoying the sight of our breath turning into vapour and the steamy clouds we created, rejoicing in being alive. The sight of our breath in the cold air prompted me to reflect on our Creator, who created Adam from the ground and gave … [Read more…]
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