“Therefore said some of the Pharisees, This man is not of God, because he keepeth not the sabbath day. Others said, How can a man who is a sinner do such miracles? And there was a division among them.” John 9:16 Being religious often focuses on rules, rituals, and appearances, while being spiritual involves a…
“And he asked them, How many loaves have ye? And they said, Seven.” Mark 8:5 In today’s devotion, Jesus asks His disciples, “How many loaves of bread do you have?” They respond with what seems like a small amount, “Seven.” Jesus didn’t bless an empty basket; He blessed what they had despite his disciples’ bewilderment….
“And a voice came out of the throne, saying, Praise our God, all ye his servants, and ye that fear him, both small and great.” Revelation 19:5 Our opening verse encourages believers to examine their lives and ensure they are actively praising God. It prompts reflection on whether our lives are characterised by joyful service…
“And I will cause them to be removed into all kingdoms of the earth, because of Manasseh the son of Hezekiah king of Judah, for that which he did in Jerusalem.” Jeremiah 15:4. On Father’s Day, after sending compliments and wishes, she said something profound: “I hope you become a better father. I always encourage…
“The people which sat in darkness saw great light; And to them which sat in the region and shadow of death Light is sprung up.” Matthew 4:16 To everyone whose light is kindled, they have the grace to show the same to the people of the world. The responsibility of light is to displace darkness…
“…And the priest shall make an atonement for him for his sin which he hath sinned, and it shall be forgiven him.” Leviticus 5:10b If you hear about Jesus, what comes to your mind? Well, of course, our responses may differ, and that can be a result of our understanding and encounter with Him. However,…
“Behold, I am against thee, saith the LORD of hosts; and I will discover thy skirts upon thy face, and I will shew the nations thy nakedness, and the kingdoms thy shame.” Nahum 3:5 The silence of God is oftentimes mistaken for folly; unknown to many that there’s a measure apportioned to every act of…
“Whosoever therefore shall be ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sinful generation; of him also shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he cometh in the glory of his Father with the holy angels.” Mark 8:38 Lately, the world has changed. Wars here and there, famine, pestilence, diseases,…
“Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath:” Ephesians 4:26 Anger is a natural human emotion, and even the Bible acknowledges its place in our lives. There is no shortage of circumstances where anger can find expression in us, yet we are reminded by God’s Word that while…