12th July 2026

Heaven

“Behold, Moses and Elijah appeared to them, talking with Him."

Matthew 17:3

Today's Bible Reading: Matthew 17:1-8.

Q: What will we look like when we get to Heaven?

Although the Bible does not answer every question about Heaven, it does give us glorious glimpses. In 1 John 3:2 the Bible says: “But we know that when He is revealed, we shall be like Him, for we shall see Him as He is.”

It is natural to wonder about what lies beyond this life. We long to see over the hill and beyond the veil. Many have searched the Scriptures for clues about our heavenly bodies. While the Bible does not describe exactly what we will look like, it does seem clear that we will recognise one another. Moses and Elijah were recognised by the disciples at the transfiguration of the Lord Jesus (Matthew 17:1–8). Yet Heaven’s glory will not centre on outward appearance, for “the Lord does not see as man sees; for man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart” (1 Samuel 16:7).

One of Heaven’s greatest wonders is that our bodies will be transformed and made like the glorious resurrected body of the Lord Jesus Christ. No more weakness, sickness, pain, or ageing. “This corruptible must put on incorruption, and this mortal must put on immortality” (1 Corinthians 15:53).

Only God could create billions of faces, each completely unique. Surely the same God can perfect His redeemed children without erasing the individuality He designed. In Heaven, we will not lose who we are—we will finally become all that He intended us to be.

Though the Bible does not tell us every detail, it tells us enough to fill our hearts with hope. Our greatest joy will not be seeing Heaven itself, or even seeing our loved ones, but seeing Christ. “As for me, I will see Your face in righteousness; I shall be satisfied when I awake in Your likeness” (Psalm 17:15). Heaven will not simply fulfil earthly desires—it will reflect the glory of Heaven’s King, our Lord Jesus Christ.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, Just as You have given me a body suited for life on earth, You will also provide for me a body suited for Heaven when You call me to Your side. Thank You. In Jesus name. Amen.

11th July 2026

Free in Spirit

“They were unschooled, ordinary men, . . .

and they took note that these men had been with Jesus."

Acts 4:13

Today's Bible Reading: Acts 4:13-22.

Neither Peter nor John had a preaching licence. Neither had been to Bible college. They were fishermen who, filled with the Spirit of the risen Christ, courageously proclaimed the Good-News: “For Salvation is found in no other name, for there is no other name given to man under heaven by which we must be saved” (Acts 4:12).

The religious leaders did not like Peter and John, and they ordered them to stop telling others about Jesus Christ. Peter said, No way. “For we cannot but speak the things which we have seen and heard.” (v 20).

You may not be on the approved list. Perhaps you are scorned by those who are. No matter. If you have the Spirit of the Lord Jesus, you are free to live boldly for Him! All believers are commissioned to proclaim the Gospel boldly, not in the authority of men, but in the power and authority of the risen Lord Jesus Christ.

Prayer: Father, I am Yours. Use me in whatever way You want. In Jesus name. Amen.

10th July 2026

Release From Self-Centredness

"He must increase, but I must decrease."

John 3:30 

Today's Bible Reading: Matthew 19:16-22.

Self-centredness is the basic cause of much of our distress in life. Hypochondria, a mental disorder which is accompanied by melancholy and depression, is often caused by self-pity and self-centredness. Most of us suffer from spiritual near-sightedness. Our interests, our loves, and our energies are too often focused upon ourselves. The Lord Jesus underscored the fact that His disciples were to live out flowingly rather than selfishly. To the rich young ruler He said, “If you want to be perfect, go and sell all that you have, and give to the poor, and then you will have treasure in heaven” (Matthew 19:21). It was not the giving away of his goods that the Lord demanded, particularly, but rather, that he be released from selfishness, and its devastating effect on his personality and life. Only when we are delivered from living for self and begin living for God and for others do we find the joy, peace, and purpose for which we were truly created.

Prayer: God of Heaven and Earth, teach me to completely open my heart to You that there will be no room for self. Cleanse me, Lord, of all selfish thoughts and deeds. In the Redeemer's name I pray. Amen.