1 JOHN 1:8–2:2 In 1962, Clarence Earl Gideon, from a Florida prison cell, petitioned the US Supreme Court to review his conviction for a crime he claimed he didn’t commit, citing that he did not have the means to hire a lawyer. One year later, in the historic case of Gideon v. Wainright, the Supreme Court ruled … [Read more…]
1 SAMUEL 20:35–42; HEBREWS 13:5 I got a text from a close friend that said, “I am so glad we can tell each other the good, the bad, and the ugly!” After many years of friendship, we have figured out how to share both our successes and our disappointments. Since we acknowledge that we are far … [Read more…]
MATTHEW 6:1–4 Lent emphasises prayer, penance, and almsgiving as essential disciplines for modest living, holding special significance for Christians despite being part of everyday Christian activities. Christopher, a disabled veteran, struggled with daily tasks due to his disability. He used a push mower to cut his lawn, but one day, an anonymous donor provided him with … [Read more…]
ROMANS 5:5 Valentine’s Day is a time to acknowledge the love God has shown us. While we know God cares for us, we may not always feel it. The Bible promises that nothing can separate us from God’s love (Romans 8:38–39), but this is not always the case. It is important to understand how this … [Read more…]
1 THESSALONIANS 1:1–10 The Viral Texts project at Northeastern University in Boston examines how printed content in the 1800s spread through newspapers—the social media network of that day. If an article was reprinted 50 times or more, they considered it “viral” for the Industrial Age. A 19th-century news article about Jesus’ executions appeared in 110 publications, … [Read more…]
PHILIPPIANS 4:4–9 Marie Kondo’s book on decluttering and organising has sold two million copies worldwide. The book encourages people to eliminate unnecessary items by asking if they spark joy and, if not, to give them away. Paul encouraged Philippinian Christians to find joy in their relationship with Christ, urging them to pray about everything and let … [Read more…]
MATTHEW 5:43–48; JOHN 8:9–11 It appears paradoxical that Jesus taught both absolute grace and absolute ideals. Jesus emphasised the importance of being perfect like our heavenly Father (Matthew 5:48) and held that we should love God with all our heart, soul, and mind (Matthew 22:37). Yet the same Jesus offered absolute grace to various individuals, including an adulteress, … [Read more…]
PHILIPPIANS 3:12–21 The Amazing Race is a reality TV competition where couples race through various modes to reach a designated finishing point in a foreign country, with the ultimate prize being a million dollars. The race involves various transportation methods to reach the finish line. Paul compared Christian life to a race, admitting he has not … [Read more…]
HEBREWS 12:28-13:3 A US doctor’s 2023 report highlighted the “loneliness epidemic” due to increasing isolation and disconnect. In 2018, the UK appointed a ‘Minister for Loneliness’, prompting questions about our response to this epidemic as followers of Christ. The author of Hebrews states the unshakeable kingdom of God and the significance of worshipping Him with reverence, highlighting … [Read more…]
NUMBERS 13:26–32; 14:20–24 Selwyn Hughes was a good example of wholehearted devotion to God. Selwyn lost his sons in a span of ten months. While John died due to alcoholism, David had a heart attack. David, a printer, dedicated his career to his father’s publications and became a friend (not just his son) after Selwyn lost his … [Read more…]
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