EPHESIANS 5:1-16 The plant needs full sun, but the yard’s shade is not suitable for it. Despite the plant’s attractive colour, shape, size, and scent, it is not happy at home due to insufficient sunlight. The plant’s care and attention are insufficient, and they attempt to compensate by giving it additional attention, but this fails. … [Read more…]
COLOSSIANS 3:12-17 The Sound of Music, a successful 1965 motion picture, won five Academy Awards and captured the hearts of people worldwide. Over half a century later, people still attend special performances where they dress as their favourite characters and sing along to the performance. Music is deeply rooted in our souls and serves as a … [Read more…]
LUKE 24:13-35 Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio, an Italian artist, was known for his fiery temperament and unconventional technique. He used ordinary working people as models for his saints, creating a sense of immersion in his paintings. The Supper at Emmaus depicts Jesus and two of His followers recognising Him as the risen Lord, with one disciple … [Read more…]
2 KINGS 19:9-20 Telegram was the fastest communication method before telephones, email, and mobile phones. It sent only important news, often bad, leading to the saying “telegram boy always brings bad news.” Hezekiah, king of Judah, faced a “telegram” from Sennacherib, king of Assyria, urging his surrender. Hezekiah described the moment as a day of distress, rebuke, … [Read more…]
JUDGES 7:1–8; ISAIAH 41:10 Ancient Babylonian soldiers were ruthless, resilient, and vicious, attacking other nations like eagles. They were powerful and proud, worshipping their combat abilities, and their strength was their god (Habakkuk 1:11). God asked Gideon to reduce Israel’s number of men during their battle with the Midianites. He instructed him to release fearful men, and … [Read more…]
ACTS 9:1–19; EPHESIANS 3:7 A woman fell asleep on the couch after her husband went to bed. An intruder entered the house through a forgotten sliding door, entered the husband’s bedroom, and picked up a television set. The man woke up, saw a figure, and whispered, “Honey, come to bed.” The burglar panicked, grabbed a stack … [Read more…]
NUMBERS 14:1–9 During childhood, my father would scare us by hiding in the bush and growling like a lion. Despite living in a rural area, it was unlikely a lion was nearby. My brother and I would laugh and seek out the noise source, excited for playtime with Dad. One day, a young friend dropped by. … [Read more…]
MARK 2:13-17 Health clubs offer various weight loss programmes, with one fitness centre catering to individuals aiming to lose at least 50 pounds and develop a healthy lifestyle. One member quit a previous club due to perceived judgement from slim and fit individuals. She now works out five days a week, achieving healthy weight loss … [Read more…]
1 PETER 2:4–10 Jane received a pink tulip bouquet and placed it in a vase. The next day, she noticed the flowers leaning to the side, reaching towards sunlight from a window. We were made to be like flowers, and God has called us to turn to His love. Peter writes of the wonder of being called … [Read more…]
DEUTERONOMY 6:1-12 Religious inscriptions are prevalent in the neighbourhood, appearing on various surfaces such as plaques, walls, doorposts, commercial vehicles, and registered business names. Examples include “By the Grace of God” on a minibus and “God’s Divine Favour Bookshop” on a business signboard. Religious inscriptions on wall plaques, jewellery, or T-shirts do not accurately reflect a … [Read more…]
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