20th January 2026

By Faith

"The just shall live by faith."

Romans 1:17

Today's Bible Reading: Romans 1:13-17.

The Bible reading today, tells us of the power of the Gospel of Christ to bring about salvation to all who believe. It is not just a message for one particular group of people, but for everyone, regardless of their background or ethnicity (v 16). This means that we should not be ashamed of the Gospel, but rather, we should proclaim it boldly and confidently.

The Gospel is also the means by which the righteousness of God is revealed. Through faith in Jesus Christ, we are made right with God and are given the gift of eternal life. This righteousness is not something that we can earn through our own efforts or good deeds, but it is a gift that we receive through faith in Jesus Christ.

Furthermore, this righteousness is revealed "from faith to faith." This means that it is not a one-time event, but it is a continual process of growth and transformation as we walk in faith and obedience to God. As we grow in our faith, we become more and more like Christ, and our lives become a reflection of His righteousness. Hence the close statement in v 17, “The just shall live by faith.”

Prayer: It is indeed wonderful to know, Father God, of the Gospel's power to save them that believe. Help Your Church to proclaim this wonderful Truth. In Jesus name. Amen.

19th January 2026

Heaven's Etrance

"Precious in the sight of the Lord

is the death of His saints."

Psalm 116:15

Today's Bible Reading: Psalm 116:12-19.

“The joy of all who dwell above, / The joy of all below, /

To whom He manifests His love, / And grants His name to know.”

— Charles Wesley, Great Jehovah

The words of Charles Wesley remind us that God’s people are His joy — both those who now dwell above and those who still walk below. All who know His Name and have experienced His love are precious to Him, in life and in death.

Biblically speaking, a saint is not a statue to be venerated, prayed to, or worshipped — practices Scripture clearly forbids. Rather, in this present age of grace, a saint is simply a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ — a Christian, redeemed by grace and set apart for God.

Psalm 116:15 can be a difficult verse to understand, especially in moments of grief. When a loved one dies, it may seem hard to reconcile our sorrow with the declaration that such a death is “precious” in the Lord’s sight. Yet as we look more closely, this verse offers deep comfort and lasting hope. It reminds us that God places great value upon the lives of His faithful people. Their passing is not overlooked, nor is it meaningless. For the believer, death is not the end — it is a doorway. It is the moment when faith becomes sight, when suffering ceases, and when the child of God enters eternal life in His presence.

Though death is painful for those left behind, we are assured that those who have believed on the Lord Jesus Christ are now with Him — free from pain, free from sorrow, and forever secure in His love. Their lives mattered to God, and so did their home going.

May this precious verse bring comfort in times of loss, hope in seasons of sorrow, and renewed trust in the loving care of our faithful God — the joy of all who dwell above, and the joy of all below.

Prayer: My God, I thank You for Your presence with believers in their grief, and for the comfort and strength that You provide in Your Word. In Jesus name. Amen.

18th January 2026

The Work Continues

"He [Jesus] also presented Himself alive after His suffering

by many infallible proofs . . ."

Acts 1:3

Today's Bible Reading: Acts 1:1-3.

The book of Acts begins with a reminder of what the Lord Jesus did and taught during His time on earth, and how He continued to minister to His followers even after His resurrection. Here are three points to reflect on from Acts 1:1-3.

First: The teachings of Jesus are a foundation for our faith. The first verse of Acts states that the author, Luke, had already written about "all that Jesus began both to do and teach" in his gospel account. The fact that Luke mentions this at the outset of Acts is significant - it underlins the importance of the Lord's teachings as a foundation for the early church and for us as believers today. The teachings of Jesus continue to guide and shape our faith, as we seek to follow His example and live according to His principles.

Second: The Holy Spirit empowers us for ministry. In verse 2, Luke writes that Jesus "commanded" His apostles to wait in Jerusalem until they received the Holy Spirit. This was not a passive waiting, but an active expectation and anticipation of what was to come. Similarly, as believers today, we are called to wait on the Holy Spirit and rely on His power to guide and equip us for ministry. The Holy Spirit gives us boldness, wisdom, and spiritual gifts to serve God and share the Gospel with others.

Third: Jesus' resurrection is evidence of his divinity. In verse 3, Luke notes that Jesus "presented himself alive" to His disciples after His death on the cross. This was not just a resuscitation or a trick - it was a miraculous event that demonstrated the power of the Lord over death and His divine nature. The resurrection of Jesus Christ is a central tenet of our faith, and it gives us hope and assurance that we too will one day be raised to eternal life.

May these three points inspire you to reflect on the significance of the life, teachings, and resurrection, of the Lord, and may they encourage you to seek the guidance and empowerment of the Holy Spirit as you serve God and share the Gospel with others.

Prayer: Great God of Hope and Life, I come before You today with a heart full of gratitude for the life, teachings, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. In Christ's name. Amen.