10th January 2026

The Song of Moses

He is the Rock, His work is perfect;

For all His ways are justice . . .

Deuteronomy 32:4

Today's Bible Reading: Deuteronomy 32:1-4.

In today’s Bible reading, Moses addresses the people of Israel at the close of his life and ministry. He calls upon heaven and earth to bear witness to his words, underscoring the gravity and authority of what he is about to proclaim. His teaching, he says, will be like rain and dew—gentle yet life-giving—bringing nourishment, growth, and renewal to those who receive it (v 2).

Moses then declares the greatness of God. The Lord is the Rock—steady, unchanging, and utterly reliable. His work is perfect, lacking nothing, and all His ways are marked by justice. He is a God of truth, without injustice, righteous and upright in all that He does (v 4). In a world of uncertainty and human failure, God stands as the flawless foundation.

This passage reminds us both of who God is and of our responsibility to listen attentively to His voice. Moses spoke with authority not because of his own wisdom, but because he had been called and commissioned by God. He understood that the message he delivered did not originate with him, but with the Lord.

In the same way, we are called to listen to God’s teaching and to receive instruction from those whom He has appointed to lead and guide His people. All true wisdom and truth come from Him, and our hearts must be attentive and responsive to His Word.

Above all, we can take great comfort in the character of God revealed here. He is perfect in His work, just in all His ways, and completely trustworthy. Knowing this, we can rest in His righteousness and goodness, and commit ourselves afresh to follow Him with wholehearted devotion.

Prayer: Almighty God, You are the Rock of life, You are Perfect and Just in all Your ways. The God of Truth. Help me to seek to follow You with all my heart each day. In Christ's name I pray. Amen. 

9th January 2026

Imitators

“ Be imitators of God ”

Ephesians 5:1

Today's Bible Reading: Ephesians 5:1- 7.

Ephesians 5, opens with a daring call: “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children” (v 1). To imitate God is not to become divine, but to reflect His character — just as a child naturally mirrors a loving parent. Paul roots this imitation in love: “walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us” (v 2). God’s love is not sentimental; it is sacrificial, holy, and purposeful. We imitate Him when our lives are shaped by that same self-giving love.

Because God is holy, Paul warns that imitation also means separation from what contradicts His nature. Sexual immorality, impurity, greed, and corrupt speech are not merely bad habits; they are false imitations of love. They promise satisfaction but leave us empty and enslaved (v 3–5). God’s love gives; but sin takes.

Instead, we are called to thanksgiving — a heart that recognises grace and responds with worship (v 4). Gratitude reshapes our desires, turning us from self-indulgence to God-centred living. When we know what Christ has done for us, we no longer need to chase counterfeit pleasures.

Paul’s warning is sobering: those who persist in rejecting God’s ways cannot inherit His kingdom (v 5–7). This is not about perfection, but direction. Imitators of God are those who, by grace, are learning to love what He loves and turn from what He hates.

To imitate God is to walk in Christlike love — holy, grateful, and self-giving — until His character is seen in us.

Prayer: My loving God, and Father, help me to be more like You. In Christ's name, I ask. Amen.

8th February 2026

Come Now

“Come now, and let us reason together,”

Says the Lord.  

Isaiah 1:18

Today's Bible Reading: Isaiah 1:16-20.

In today’s text, God lovingly invites His people to reason with Him about their sins. He is not calling them to defend or excuse their wrongdoing, but to acknowledge it, repent, and receive forgiveness. The Lord desires honest hearts—hearts that are willing to turn back to Him and be made right.

The imagery in verse 18 is striking and deliberate. Scarlet and crimson are deep, vivid shades of red, symbolising the seriousness and stain of sin. Yet God promises something extraordinary: those very sins can be transformed—washed until they are as white as snow and as pure as wool. This is a beautiful picture of divine grace, redemption, and complete cleansing that only God can provide.

Notice also the urgency in the words, “Come now.” When we consider the greatness of God’s mercy and pardon, delay makes no sense. God longs for the separation between Himself and His people to be removed immediately. He does not want us to remain on a destructive path for another moment. His invitation is not cold or distant—it is compassionate, urgent, and filled with love. He wants what is best for us now.

This verse is a powerful reminder of the grace and mercy God continually extends. Though our sins separate us from Him (Isaiah 59:2), He does not push us away. Instead, He calls us closer. If we confess our sins and turn back to Him, He promises forgiveness and complete restoration.

God’s mercy is not limited by the depth of our failure. His cleansing is greater than our stain. The invitation still stands: Come now.

Prayer: God of grace and mercy, help me to walk in the knowledge of Your love and to be obedient to You. In Christ Jesus. I ask. Amen.