24th March 2026

The Law Condemns Us

"Therefore by the deeds of the law no flesh

will be justified in His sight,

for by the law is the knowledge of sin."

Romans 3:20

Today's Bible Reading: Galatians 3:19-25.

When God gave the law, He knew that man was incapable of keeping it. Many people are confused as to why God gave the law, if He knew man could not possibly keep it. The Bible teaches that the law was given as a mirror; I look into the law and see my spiritual condition. I see how far short I come, and this drives me to the cross of Christ for forgiveness. The Bible teaches that this is why Christ came—to redeem them that were under the law. Mankind cannot not keep the law; we are condemned by the law. But Christ, by His work on Calvary's cross, justifies them that put their trust in Him.

Prayer: How I need Your guidelines, Lord. Teach me to be always mindful of Your leading. In Jesus name. Amen.

23rd March 2026

God In All Creation

"Lift up your eyes on high,

And see who has created these things,

Who brings out their host by number;

He calls them all by name . . ."

Isaiah 40:26

Today's Bible Reading: Psalm 19:1-6.

In 2021, a multi-nation effort led to the launch of the James Webb Space Telescope—deployed nearly a million miles from earth to better investigate the universe. This marvel will peer into deep space and examine the stars and other celestial wonders.

This is indeed a fascinating astronomical piece of technology, and if everything works, it will provide us with amazing photos and information. But its mission is not new. In fact, the prophet Isaiah described searching the stars when he said, “Lift up your eyes on high, and see Who has created these things. He who calls them all by name” (Isaiah 40:26). “Night after night” they speak of our Creator who hurled this imperceptibly immense universe into existence (Psalm 92:2)—and with it the countless luminous bodies that silently grace our night sky (v 3).

And it is God Himself who decided how many of the shining objects there are: “He determines the number of the stars and calls them each by name” (Psalm 147:4). When mankind sends complicated, fascinating probes to explore the universe, we can enjoy with spellbound wonder the discoveries they make, because each observation points back to the One who made the solar system and everything beyond it. Yes, the “heavens declare the glory of God” (Ps 19:1)—stars and all.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for creating such an amazing universe for us to enjoy. In Jesus name. Amen.

22nd March 2026

Filthy Rags

"But we are all like an unclean thing,

And all our righteousnesses are like filthy rags . . ."

Isaiah 64:6

Today's Bible Reading: Isaiah 64:1-7.

The Bible teaches that all our righteousness, the very good things about each of us, fall short of the divine standards of God; "They are as filthy rags in the sight of God." There is absolutely no possibility of our manufacturing a righteousness, holiness, or goodness that will satisfy God. Even the best of us is impure to God. I remember one day when I was doing the washing. The clothes looked white and clean in the house, but when I hung them on the line they appeared soiled and dirty, in contrast to the fresh-fallen snow on the ground.

Our own lives may seem at times to be morally good and decent; but in comparison to the holiness and the purity of God, we are defiled and filthy. In spite of our sins and moral uncleanness, God loves us. He decided to provide a righteousness for us. That is the reason that He gave His Son, Jesus Christ, to die on the cross.

Prayer: My life almighty God, is like a gray cloud beside the whiteness of Your purity, Lord Jesus. Cleanse me this day, I pray. Amen.