ISAIAH 49:14–18 Charles Spurgeon frequently preached the profound truth of Isaiah 49:16, a text that tells us that God engraved us on the palms of His hands. Spurgeon connects the promise of the Lord to His people, the Israelites, and God’s Son, Jesus, on the cross. He asks about the wounds in Jesus’ hands, stating that … [Read more…]
PSALM 23:1–6; ISAIAH 43:1 The names of the almost 3,000 victims of the World Trade Centre attacks are inscribed on bronze panels around the two pools of the National September 11 Memorial in New York City. To touch a name and commemorate a loved one, many people visit this location. Isaiah, the prophet, talked of God’s unwavering … [Read more…]
ROMANS 5:1–11 Elizabeth, who recovered from drug addiction, anonymously placed notes in her city, tucking them under windscreen wipers and park poles. She leaves them for others to find. One of her notes ended with these words: “Much love. Hope sent.” Jesus provides hope with love, flowing freely from His heart to strengthen us each day. … [Read more…]
JUDE 1:24–25 On a cold rainy day, I was rushing from my warm vehicle to a warm building when I fell, experiencing pain that worsened over time, and it would take weeks for me to feel whole again. We all have fallen from time to time, but having someone to keep us on our feet is beneficial. … [Read more…]
1 KINGS 19:1–12 In 1986, Levan Merritt fell into the Jersey Zoo’s gorilla enclosure. A full-grown male silverback named Jambo gently stroked his back, protecting him from other gorillas whom he later led away from the boy. Over thirty years later, Levan still talked about Jambo as his guardian angel. Elijah, expecting God to act in specific … [Read more…]
2 CORINTHIANS 2:14–17 Bright, tired from a long day of travel, dismounted from his bus. He had dinner with a group, feeling at home, comfortable, safe, and valued. He found peace in an unfamiliar place and remembered 2 Corinthians, where Paul describes people who follow God as well having the “pleasing aroma of Christ.” Bright felt … [Read more…]
ACTS 9:26–31 The King’s Speech, a 2010 movie, was about King George VI of England, who unexpectedly became monarch after his brother abandoned the throne. Despite struggling with a stuttering problem, his wife, Elizabeth, provided constant encouragement and support, helping him overcome his speech difficulties and rule well during World War II. The Bible highlights the … [Read more…]
PSALM 103:13–22 Driving to the tennis courts was one of his first activities last time he was in that city, expecting to see people play and briefly recollect the old times. But there was no sign of the ancient courts that he remembered so well. They were replaced by an empty field, populated only by … [Read more…]
MATTHEW 18:15–20; JAMES 5:20 An older brother in the neighbourhood urged a younger sibling to listen to him. Clearly, the older child was better equipped to make decisions. Many believers have resisted the advice of mature family members, but Jesus’ words in Matthew 18:15-20 provide guidance on how to handle offences within our spiritual family. This family, … [Read more…]
2 CHRONICLES 20:2–3, 14-22 Competitive bodybuilders undergo a rigorous training cycle, initially focusing on size and strength, then losing fat and consuming less water to expose muscle. Despite appearing powerful on the day of competition, the competitors are actually at their weakest due to the decreased consumption of food. In 2 Chronicles 20, King Jehoshaphat … [Read more…]
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