Devotional

Is God calling you?

God’s Mission Above Self-Interest

“Then Jesus said to his disciples, ‘Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.’” Matthew 16:24 This morning, I read Numbers 32:1–12, where the tribes of Reuben and Gad, along with part of the tribe of Manasseh, are facing a pivotal decision. They’ve discovered fertile land …

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Do You Really Love Jesus?

Tell me, from the depths of your soul, do you truly love Jesus? Please don’t be offended, Peter was asked same question three times! Jesus Himself declared, “As the Father loved Me, I also have loved you; abide in My love.“ John 15:9. He is basically saying, as the Father loves Me, I love you, …

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Building the Kingdom With Christ

“Those who carried materials did their work with one hand and held a weapon in the other,” Neh 4:17 The book of Nehemiah, emphasises the timeless themes of actively participating in God’s plan for His Kingdom. It underscores the importance of building the Kingdom through making disciples, facing challenges with diligence and vigilance, and standing …

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Building the Kingdom (Part 1)

“Those who carried materials did their work with one hand and held a weapon in the other,” Neh 4:17 Nehemiah wrote his book from memory of what happened; it is not a theological work; he records events. Studying Nehemiah may not directly apply to our current situation as it was written for Hebrew people at …

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Given for The Common Good

I once had a friend who, whenever he gave a gift, would accompany it with the words, ‘Please, return it when you no longer require it.’ Andy’s consistent message highlighted his intention behind giving – he believed in giving gifts with a clear purpose. This begs the question: Does God also give with a purpose …

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Do everything to glorify God.

“So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” 1 Cor 10:31 Text: Matthew 25:34-40 The Parable of the Sheep and the Goats in Matthew 25:34-40 illustrates that when we serve others, especially those in need, we are serving God Himself. It illustrates that acts of …

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Empowered for the Urgent Mission

Empowered for the Urgent Mission “Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear it and take to heart what is written in it, because the time is near.“ Rev 1:3 In the midst of the challenges and uncertainties of our time, we find ourselves living …

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Called to preach the gospel of Christ -Matt 28:19

The life in Christ: “Living in Christ” marks all that we are and all that we do. Paul said, “It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me.” “I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I …