Reflections

  Assurance of Faith Beyond Sight Bible Reading:   John 20:19-29 Key Verse: Thomas said to him, “My Lord and my God!” Then Jesus told him, “Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.” (John 20:28-29) DEVOTION How often do we doubt God? Many times, when things go differently than the way we expect it to, we become disappointed and begin to doubt if God is really there. However, each trial we face is evidence of God’s presence. Throughout each step of our lives, God ensures that he is there for us, assuring us faith beyond sight. Even though we may fail to see God’s unwavering love for us, he is always with us and will continue to bless us each step of the way.  Faith is a central pillar in a Christian’s life. Although we claim to fully place our trust in the Lord, it’s worth taking a moment to reflect – do we truly mean it? When life is going as expected, we praise God for his greatness, but the mi...

  Waiting Patiently, Lifted by Grace Bible Reading:   Psalms 40 Key Verse: “I waited patiently for the Lord; he turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand.” Psalm 40:1-2 DEVOTION Psalm 40 is a song of deep spiritual realism. It acknowledges the pain of waiting, the joy of grace, and the ongoing need for God’s mercy. Waiting isn’t easy. Especially when we’re stuck in a tough situation and feel like nothing’s changing. Psalm 40 reminds us that God hears us when we call, and He doesn’t leave us there forever. David waited patiently, and in time, God pulled him out and gave him a steady place to stand. In the life of faith, to wait patiently is not to be forgotten; it is to be positioned for grace. And when grace lifts us, our feet find ground, and our mouths find a new song. It’s easy to think nothing is happening while we wait, but God’s always working. He’s build...

  Wrestle with God, Walking in Grace Bible Reading:   Genesis 32:22-32 Key Verse:  Your name will no longer be Jacob, but Israel because you have struggled with God and with humans and have overcome.” (Genesis 32:28) DEVOTION   In our daily lives, we face challenges across various levels. Every challenge that we experience serves the purpose of helping us grow stronger in our relationship with Christ. In the passage, Jacob was all alone and vulnerable when he was encountered for the wrestle. Yet despite this, he persevered. In our daily lives, when we are faced with struggles, the easy and more convenient option is to give up. We are afraid of taking that extra challenge in the fear of what will happen next. However, at the end of our pain and struggles, a bigger gift is waiting for us: God’s Blessing. God protected and provided for Jacob in the midst of his struggle, and by taking that extra step of faith, Jacob was able to receive God’s guidance and stren...

         From Darkness to Light in Christ Bible Reading:   Acts 26:8–18 Key Verse: "I am sending you to them to open their eyes and turn them from darkness to light.”   Acts 26:18 DEVOTION Acts  26 records St.  Paul’s defense before King Agrippa and Governor Festus. This speech is a testimony of his transformation. Paul recounts his own encounter with the risen Christ on the road to Damascus, his apostolic legitimacy, commission to the Gentiles, and the resurrection hope. The rhetorical presentation of Paul, a former persecutor, standing trial as a witness to the very faith he once tried to destroy illustrates the theme of moving from darkness to light. Paul mentions why belief in resurrection is considered incredible. For him, the resurrection of Christ is a historical reality that demands personal response. It is a decisive act of God breaking into history, defeating death, and beginning new creation. In verses 9–11...

  Christ Reigns Forever Bible Reading:   Revelation 1:1–8 Key Verse: “‘I am the Alpha and the Omega,’ says the Lord God, ‘who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty.’”   Revelation 1:8 DEVOTION Take a moment to breathe that in: Christ reigns forever. Before time began, He was. Today, He is. And in every moment yet to come, He will be. In a world of shifting foundations and uncertain tomorrows, this truth remains unshaken; Jesus Christ is the eternal King. John’s vision in Revelation opens with majesty and awe. This is no ordinary message. This is a divine unveiling from the One who holds all of history in His hands. The same Christ who humbly walked among us now stands in glory, reigning over heaven and earth. But His eternal reign isn’t distant. It is deeply personal. He’s not just the Alpha and Omega on a cosmic scale but in our life. He knows our beginning, He’s present in our now, and He holds our future. Through trials and triumphs, thr...

         “The Heart of Our Faith” Bible Reading:   1 Corinthians 15:17 Key Verse:  “And if Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile; you are still in your sins." DEVOTION Easter is more than just a holiday; it is the foundation of our faith. At the heart of Christianity is the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the moment that changed everything. Without the resurrection, our faith would be empty, and our hope would be in vain. But because Jesus conquered death, we have the assurance of eternal life and victory over sin. On Good Friday, the disciples were devastated. Their Teacher, whom they believed to be the Messiah, had been crucified. But three days later, their sorrow turned into joy when they found the tomb empty. Jesus had risen! This was not just an event in history; it was the fulfillment of God’s promise to redeem His people. The resurrection is proof that Jesus is who He said He was, the Son of God. It validates His sacrifice on...