PSALM 34:11–18 The severe Russian winter of 200 years ago was blamed for Napoleon’s loss in Russia. His horses’ use of summer horseshoes was one particular issue. These horses lost their lives when winter arrived because they slipped while pulling the supply waggons on slippery roadways. Napoleon’s 400,000-strong army was reduced to 10,000 soldiers by … [Read more…]
MATTHEW 7:12–23; JOHN 14:6 Many scholars have urged religions to unite, citing the shared belief in the Golden Rule. They emphasise the importance of creating a peaceful, harmonious global society where people of all faiths can live together. In His Sermon on the Mount, Jesus emphasised the Golden Rule, which involves doing what you would have them … [Read more…]
PSALM 35:17–28 Cricket test matches, lasting up to five days, are intense competitions with lunch and tea breaks, requiring endurance and skill to be tested. Life’s challenges, such as job search, loneliness, and cancer battle, can be intensified by the feeling of unendingness, making them even more challenging when we wonder if they will ever end. The … [Read more…]
1 TIMOTHY 4:6–11; HEBREWS 13:9 The heart is a vital muscle that supports other muscles, and while it is important to build and tone other muscles, maintaining the heart’s strength is crucial. The same is true for our spiritual hearts. By hearing the Word of Truth’s message of God’s goodness and grace, we strengthen and tone the … [Read more…]
PROVERBS 27:5–17 Sam was deeply affected by a friend’s comments about his opinions, and despite his efforts to sleep, he could not. Several weeks later, he prayed for guidance on where he needed to change and where the friend was right. His friend acted as God’s sandpaper in his life, causing raw feelings. He knew his response … [Read more…]
JAMES 2:18–26 “Good friends are one of life’s greatest treasures” is a valuable piece of advice. Good friends provide constant support, attentiveness, and a willingness to share life’s joys and burdens. Before Jesus’ arrival, only Moses and Abraham were considered friends of God, as mentioned in Exodus 33:11 and James 2:23. Jesus calls those who belong to … [Read more…]
HEBREWS 10:32–11:6 The author of Hebrews emphasised the importance of true faith, highlighting the lives of giants of faith and the need for a deeper understanding of faith, despite the common misconception of faith as a magic formula. He pointed out the importance of faith in pleasing God, stating that without it, it is impossible. He … [Read more…]
JOB 11:7–20; JOB 12:13 A woman called the housing assistance centre in desperation after her rental home was turned into a freezer with furniture due to a heating problem. She asked how she would care for her children, and the centre’s response was to move into a hotel and send the landlord the bill. The woman … [Read more…]
ROMANS 3:21–26 St. Paul’s Cathedral in London attracts about two million visitors annually, with the cathedral’s main mission being to enable people of all diversity to encounter the transforming presence of God in Jesus Christ. The cathedral was designed by Sir Christopher Wren in the late 17th century. If you want to tour the building … [Read more…]
DEUTERONOMY 5:1-11 A train carrying 218 people derailed in northwestern Spain, killing 79 and injuring 66 more. The driver, a thirty-year veteran of Spain’s national rail company, ignored the speed limit to protect everyone on board, leading to the tragic accident. Video footage showed the train was going too fast before hitting a deadly curve. In … [Read more…]
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