11th October 2026

Christ's Cross

". . . You have redeemed me, O Lord God of truth.."

Psalm 31:5

Reading: Psalm 31:1-5.

The verses before us today, in Psalm 31, carry a prophetic significance concerning Christ and the cross, as they resonate with themes that are often associated with the life and mission of Christ Jesus.

Trust in the Lord (v1). Just as David expressed his trust in the Lord in these verses, the Lord Jesus, in His final moments on the cross, demonstrated unwavering trust in God the Father, committing His spirit into God's hands (v 5). This trust exemplifies the ultimate reliance on God's plan and purpose. 

We also see the theme of 'Redemption and Deliverance' in these verses; Deliverance and salvation from shame, danger, and enemies parallels Christ's mission to redeem humanity from sin and the consequences of separation from God. The cross was the means by which Jesus Christ achieved this redemption, delivering humanity from the bondage of sin. 

"You have redeemed me, O Lord God of truth" (v 5). The concept of redemption, aligns with the idea of Christ's sacrifice on the cross as the ultimate act of redemption. Through His death and resurrection, the Lord Jesus became the means through which humanity could find redemption and reconciliation with God.

“Into Your hand I commit my spirit” (5). The act of committing one's spirit into God's hands, is reminiscent of Christ's words on the cross when He said, "Father, into your hands I commit my spirit" (Luke 23:46). This demonstrates complete submission to the will of God and trust in Him even in the face of suffering and death for our sins.

What a wonderful Saviour we have! 

Prayer: Knowing that You gave Your Son for me, fills my heart with wonder and gladness, that I have such a loving God, and Saviour. I thank You, in Christ's name. Amen.

10th October 2026

Souce of Spiritual Life

"For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain."

Philippians 1:21

Reading: Acts 9:1-9.

When the apostle Paul says, “For to me, to live is Christ,” he is declaring that Jesus Christ is the source of his spiritual life. By nature, we are all dead in sin. There is no true spiritual life within us. Ephesians 2:1 says, “You He made alive, who were dead in trespasses and sins.”

Paul himself experienced this miracle. He passed from death to life when the Lord Jesus confronted him on the road to Damascus. Paul was not searching for Christ; he was determined to destroy Christ's church. Yet, in sovereign grace, Jesus sought him, stopped him, saved him, and came to dwell in him by His Spirit. In that life-changing encounter, Christ became Paul's life. From that day forward, Paul lived in a personal relationship with the Lord Jesus, and everything changed.

The Bible makes it clear that without a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, there is no true spiritual life. Jesus alone is the source of life. 1 John 5:12 declares, “He that has the Son has life; and he that has not the Son of God has not life.” Jesus Himself said, “I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.” The Lord Jesus Christ is the source of true spiritual life.

Prayer: My God and my Father, It is indeed, a wonderful truth, that You have made it possible for me to have a personal relationship with You, through Your own dear Son, the Lord Jesus. I bless You, and praise You, In the lovely name of the Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen.

9th October 2026

You Can Trust God

"Those who know Your name will put their trust in You . . .."

Psalm 9:10

Bible Reading: Psalm 9:7–10.

When our cat Momo had an eye infection, I put eye drops in her eyes daily. As soon as I placed her on the kitchen counter, she sat there, looking at me with frightened eyes and braced herself for the spurt of liquid. Even though she did not understand what I was doing, she never jumped off, hissed or scratched me. Instead, she pressed herself closer against me—the person putting her through the ordeal. She knew she could trust me.  

When David wrote Psalm 9, he had probably already experienced much of God’s love and faithfulness. He had turned to Him for protection from his enemies, and God had acted on his behalf (v 3-6). During David’s times of need, God had not failed him. As a result, David came to know what He was like—He was powerful and righteous, loving and faithful. And so, David trusted Him. He knew God was trustworthy.

I have cared for Momo through several illnesses since the day I found her as a tiny, starving kitten in a farmyard. She knows she can trust me—even when I do things to her that she does not understand. In a similar way, remembering God’s faithfulness to us and His character helps us trust Him when we cannot understand what He is doing. May we continue to trust God through the difficult times in life.

Prayer: Father, You are always faithful. Help me trust You. Let difficult times draw me closer to You. In Jesus name. Amen.