Reflections

  Come and Dine – The Invitation of the Risen Lord Bible Reading:  John 21:1–14 Key Verse:  17 Simon son of John ,"Do you love me " DEVOTION The passage in John 21:1–14 presents the account of the risen Jesus appearing to His disciples by the Sea of Galilee and guiding them to a miraculous catch of fish. While this is a literal miracle, it also serves as a deeper spiritual parable about how Christ continues to reveal Himself and guide His followers. The disciples had labored all night without success. In their weariness and discouragement, Jesus appeared—though they did not immediately recognize Him—and instructed them to cast their nets on the other side. Their obedience resulted in an abundant catch. This moment reflects a recurring truth in the Christian life: often, in seasons of darkness, confusion, or failure, Christ comes near and directs us toward fruitfulness. His voice may not always be immediately recognized, but His guidance is always purposeful. The pass...

  Bread for the Weary Journey Bible Reading: 1st King 19:1-8 Key Verse:  8  19:8 So, he got up and ate and drank. Strengthened by that food, he traveled forty days and forty nights until he reached Horeb, the mountain of God. DEVOTION 1st Kings chapter 19, we find the prophet Elijah fleeing for his life after an encounter with Queen Jezebel. Wearied and frightened, Elijah finds himself desolation, feeling completely isolated and abandoned. As he journeys through the barren landscape, his strength decline, and he collapses under a broom tree, desperate for rest and sustenance. In this desolate setting, with the boiling sun beating down on him, Elijah is at his lowest point. He was weary of his travels and discouraged by the threats to his life. It is in this moment of defenselessness that, Elijah experiences an insightful encounter with God’s provision and care. God sends an angel to minister to him, providing him with food and water, giving him the strength he needs ...

  The Shepherd who prepares the table Bible Reading: Psalm: 23 Key Verse:  5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. (Psalm 23:5) DEVOTION Psalm 23rd is a well-known passage written by David, and it illustrates God as a caring Shepherd host, providing protection, provisions and comfort to his people. It emphasizes a personal relationship. In the beginning of Psalm 23:  we the representation of God as our Shepherd, and now in Psalm 23: 5 we see the representation of God as an attentive, and cordial host. Here in this portion, David is an honored guest and is his magnanimous, caring host and we too are the guest at God’s table. Here in the context of a table being prepared, it represents a banquet, showing God’s bountiful supply for His people, it is just like a host carefully sets a table with a feast, God assures that His children have all they need. It represents His faithfulness to meet our emotion...

  From Scarcity to Sufficiency Bible Reading: 2 Kings 4: 38-44 Key Verse:  41  Elisha said, “Get some flour.” He put it into the pot and said, “Serve it to the people to eat.” And there was nothing harmful in the pot. (2 Kings 4: 41). DEVOTION This scripture passage for today (2 Kings 4: 38-44 ) talks about two miracles during the time of Elisha – one where Elisha miraculous cleanses a poisoned stew with flour and the other where Elisha feeds a hundred men with just twenty loaves of barley bread. Elisha’s actions showcase the incredible ways in which God can work through individuals to meet the needs of many. God can take what is hurtful and make it something useful and he can also multiply what little we have and make it a blessing to many.  God expects us to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with him (Micah 6:8). We are called to be the flour that changes lives by our love, perseverance and using our god given abilities to make a difference in the ...

  Feast of free grace Bible Reading:  55:1-3 Key Verse:  15 Why spend money on what is not bread, and your labor on what does not satisfy? (Isaiah 55:2) DEVOTION Having celebrated the holy week we Christians should have understood and experienced the depth of God’s love. We always work so hard in trying to have the best- the best college, the best job, the best home, the best vacation ect ect. But I always wonder when it comes to our salvation we succumb to Satan’s folly and sometimes make some wrong and dreadful choices that hurt us or the ones we love deeply. Why is that so? Why not spend on what is everlasting and eternal?  Isaiah as God’s messenger to Judah spoke boldly to the people to turn from their lives of sin and warned them of God’s judgement and punishment. The last few chapters of the book of Isaiah however are filled with hope as Isaiah unfolds God’s love and yearning for his people to return, repent and be renewed. Isaiah 55 Verse 1: God’s calling...

  Feast of free grace Bible Reading:  55:1-3 Key Verse:  15 Why spend money on what is not bread, and your labor on what does not satisfy? (Isaiah 55:2) DEVOTION Having celebrated the holy week we Christians should have understood and experienced the depth of God’s love. We always work so hard in trying to have the best- the best college, the best job, the best home, the best vacation ect ect. But I always wonder when it comes to our salvation we succumb to Satan’s folly and sometimes make some wrong and dreadful choices that hurt us or the ones we love deeply. Why is that so? Why not spend on what is everlasting and eternal?  Isaiah as God’s messenger to Judah spoke boldly to the people to turn from their lives of sin and warned them of God’s judgement and punishment. The last few chapters of the book of Isaiah however are filled with hope as Isaiah unfolds God’s love and yearning for his people to return, repent and be renewed. Isaiah 55 Verse 1: God’s calling...