31st January 2026

One Gospel

“Jesus said; I Am . . . The Truth”

John 14:6

Today's Bible Reading: Galatians 1:6–10.

In Galatians 1:6–10, Paul expresses astonishment that believers were so quickly turning away from “the grace of Christ” (v 6) to a different gospel. His words remain strikingly relevant today.

In our time, we often hear about the so-called prosperity gospel. This teaching claims that faith in Christ guarantees health, wealth, and success, and that suffering or poverty reflects weak faith. Briefly stated, this message is unbiblical. It centres on self rather than Christ, promises earthly gain rather than redemption, and ignores the call to repentance and the reality of suffering in the Christian life.

Scripture is clear: there is one Gospel—the Gospel of Jesus Christ. It teaches that we are all sinners, rotten to the core, utterly unable to save ourselves. We are justified only by God’s grace through faith in Christ alone. Any message that adds to or subtracts from this Gospel is no gospel at all.

Paul’s instruction is firm: avoid, rebuff, and correct those who proclaim another gospel, even when it sounds appealing or comes from respected voices. Love does not mean silence in the face of error. Jesus Himself said, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me” (John 14:6). There is no alternative path.

Therefore, stand firm in the faith. Share the Good News boldly. Live the Christian life with humility, obedience, and love—helping others and pointing all people to Christ alone for salvation.

Prayer: Lord God, keep me faithful to the true Gospel. Guard me from false teaching, strengthen me to stand firm in Christ, and help me to live and share His truth in love. I His name, I ask. Amen.

30th January 2026

Star Gazing

When they had come into the house,

they saw the young Child with Mary His mother,

and fell down and worshipped Him.

Matthew 2:11

Today's Bible Reading: Micah 5:1-2.

The Bible does not tell us exactly where they came from; it only tells us that they were from a country to the east of Israel (where Jesus was born). Neither does it tell us if they rode camels—although they probably did, since they would have had to cross long sections of desert to reach their destination.

Many Bible scholars believe they probably came from the ancient country of Persia, hundreds of miles away. If so, they might have become familiar with the Old Testament’s prophecies about the coming Messiah, through Jews who had been forced to settle there centuries before. They may, for example, have known of the prophet Isaiah’s words: “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders” (Isaiah 9:6).

What is certain, however, is that God revealed to them that the long-awaited Messiah had now been born, and they were determined to find Him and honour Him. When they finally arrived in Jerusalem, they asked where He could be found, and were told of the prophet Micah’s words that the Messiah would be born in Bethlehem. The sign God had given them in the heavens went before them, and they discovered Jesus. Immediately, the Bible says, “they fell down and worshipped Him” (Matthew 2:11).

I pray that you will be like those wise men—seeking Jesus with your whole heart, and then by faith committing your life to Him. He is the greatest gift you will ever discover or receive.

Prayer: Help me, Father God, to know more deeply in my heart, the Lord Jesus Christ. In His name I ask. Amen.

29th January 2026

Is He At Your Door ?

Behold, I stand at the door and knock . . .

Revelation 3:20

Today's Bible Reading: Revelation 3:20-22.

In the closing words to the church in Laodicea, Jesus presents a vivid image of His desire for a close, personal relationship with each individual. "Behold, I stand at the door and knock," He says, a gentle yet powerful invitation to fellowship.

This imagery reflects the intimacy of a personal relationship. Jesus, the King of Kings, humbly stands at the door of our hearts, seeking entrance. Notice that He doesn't force His way in; rather, He patiently waits for us to respond. The knocking is an expression of His love and the desire for communion with us. 

The conditions for this fellowship are beautifully simple: "If anyone hears My voice and opens the door." Hearing His voice involves attentiveness to the promptings of the Holy Spirit and the recognition of Jesus as Lord. Opening the door requires an act of our will, a decision to invite Him into every area of our lives. 

The promise that follows is profound: "I will come in to him and dine with him, and he with Me." The symbolism of dining together speaks of intimacy, friendship, and shared life. Jesus desires not only to be present in our lives but to share in the joys and challenges, to commune with us in a way that transforms our relationship with Him. 

Consider the state of the door of your heart. Is it open to the Lord Jesus, or have we unintentionally kept Him waiting outside? May we each respond to His loving invitation, hear His voice, and open the door wide, welcoming Him into the very core of our being. 

Prayer: Lord Jesus, thank you for standing at the door of my heart, patiently knocking. Open my ears to hear your voice and soften my heart to respond to your invitation. Come in, dine with me, and may my life be a testimony to the intimate relationship I share with you. In your precious name, I pray. Amen.