MATTHEW 5:1–16 I recently took some clothes to a tailor to have them mended. The things hanging on the walls inspired me as soon as I walked into his shop. “We can mend your clothes, but only God can mend your heart,” said one sign. The owner of the shop, who has been running it for … [Read more…]
EPHESIANS 4:25–32; PROVERBS 17:22 In Lagos, Nigeria, traffic fights are often caused by careless driving, rising tempers, and foul language among taxi and minibus drivers. However, a traffic incident took a different turn when a bus was almost hit by a careless taxi driver. The bus driver relaxed, smiled broadly at the guilty-looking taxi driver, and … [Read more…]
NUMBERS 33:1–15, 36–37 Numbers 33, a chapter in the Bible, details Israel’s pilgrimage from Rameses in Egypt to the plains of Moab. It is significant because it follows the Lord’s command, as recorded by Moses (Numbers 33:2). The record of the Israelites’ journey suggests it may serve as a framework for reflecting on their forty-year journey and … [Read more…]
PSALM 139:14–18 The son of a friend of mine is working on counting to ten. He counts everything, including trees and toys. He counts the toes on my feet and flowering plants he passes on his way to school—things I usually forget to count. He is teaching me to count again, reminding me of the good … [Read more…]
DEUTERONOMY 10:12–22; LEVITICUS 19:9–10; 23:22; DEUTERONOMY 24:19–21 In Ghana, the proverb “Chop time, no friend” was a humorous expression of the scarcity of food in certain regions, highlighting the generous nature of the people who would willingly give the last of their food to strangers. Moses instructed the Israelites to change their hearts and stop being stubborn … [Read more…]
MARK 8:11–21 A man referred to Jesus as “the Master Reminder,” a term that reflects our tendency to doubt and forget. Despite Jesus’s numerous earthly miracles, His first disciples feared they might be left in need, failing to grasp the deeper meaning the Lord intended for them to remember. During a journey across the Sea of … [Read more…]
1 SAMUEL 3:1–10 A cold and allergies made me feel as though I was underwater, with all sounds muffled and muted. It took me weeks to get a clear hearing. This experience made me realise how important it was to hear. Samuel thought he was being called by Eli. He presented himself three times, but only the … [Read more…]
PHILIPPIANS 3:12-4:1 Tianmen Mountain in Zhangjiajie, China, is a stunning mountain known for its towering cliffs. Visitors can experience its beauty by taking the Tianmen Shan cable car, which covers 7,455 metres (4.5 miles). It is incredible that this cable car, which has no engine on board, can traverse such great distances and climb such steep … [Read more…]
1 PETER 1:3–9 A friend of mine who was going to retire told me that his biggest worry about the next phase of life was that he would not have enough money. I spoke with my financial counsellor the following day, and he offered me suggestions on how to prevent running out of money. It is … [Read more…]
2 CORINTHIANS 2:12–17 A New York perfumer can identify scent combinations and identify the perfumer behind a fragrance with a single sniff. Paul’s letter to the followers of Christ in Corinth cites a Roman army burning incense in a conquered city. The general, his troops, and the defeated army would enter. The incense aroma signified victory for … [Read more…]
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