1st June 2025

The Master Teacher

A disciple is not above his teacher,

but everyone who is perfectly trained will be like his teacher .

 Luke 6:40

Today's Bible Reading: Luke 6:37-42.

The Lord Jesus once said, “A disciple is not above his teacher, but everyone who is perfectly trained will be like his teacher” (Luke 6:40). He told His disciples that to imitate Him included being generous, loving, non-judgemental (v 37–38), and discerning about whom they followed: “Can the blind lead the blind? Will they not both fall into a ditch?” (v 39). His disciples needed to discern that this standard disqualified the Pharisees who were blind guides, leading people to disaster (Matthew 15:14). And they needed to grasp the importance of following their Teacher. Thus, the aim of Christ’s disciples was to become like the Lord Himself. So it was important for them to pay careful attention to Christ’s instruction about generosity and love and apply it.

How often it is, that we use the words judge not in judgement of others whom we perceive to be judging still others. But the Lord's words “judge not” (Lk 6:37) do not mean that we abandon all discernment in favour of approving every behaviour. Rather, His edict is given in the context of love and forgiveness—first God’s love for us and the forgiveness He lavishly gives, and then our love and forgiveness extended even to our enemies. In verses 35-36, Jesus spoke about the need to “love [our] enemies” and to “be merciful, just as your Father is merciful.” Prior to that, He said, “do good to those who hate you” (v 27). If we desire mercy from our Father, we are to be generous in our forgiveness and restoration of others, just as God is with us.

As believers striving to imitate the Lord today, let us give our lives over to our Master Teacher so we can become like Him in knowledge, wisdom and behaviour. He alone can help us reflect His generous, loving ways.

Prayer: Lord Jesus, my Great Teacher, help my discipline and attentiveness to be worthy of You! Amen.

31st May 2025

A Glimpse of Glory

 Then Nathan said to the king,

“Go, do all that is in your heart, for the Lord is with you.”

 2 Samuel 7:3

 Today's Bible Reading: 2 Samuel 7:3-22.

The prophet Nathan received a divine vision: the Lord God Himself would establish the kingdom of David forever. When Nathan relayed this breathtaking message, King David was overwhelmed. In humble awe, he asked,“O Lord God, and You have also spoken of Your servant’s house for a great while to come. Is this the manner of man, O Lord God?” (2 Samuel 7:19). David, though deeply aware of God’s overflowing grace, struggled to comprehend how his own lineage could give rise to a Redeemer—a ruler destined to save and reign with eternal authority.

And to David’s question, we can now answer with joy:No, this was not the manner of man. This was the Supreme way of God. Sending His only-begotten Son was not an ordinary act—it was the pinnacle of divine intervention.

From that moment on, the promise of a Messiah—an anointed King—began to burn brighter in the hearts of God’s people. Through seasons of war, exile, and restoration, that promise became their guiding light, a hope that endured across centuries.

Yet how few grasped the sheer magnitude of this covenant!God’s promise was not just generous—it was majestic, multi-generational, and magnanimous. From the earliest whispers of prophecy to the day when the skies will part at Christ’s Second Coming, this divine promise has stirred hearts and lifted eyes heavenward. Already, one glorious chapter has unfolded: He came. He dwelt among us. Sinless. Radiant with righteousness.

When the hour of sacrifice arrived, He offered Himself—a Lamb without spot or blemish—to atone for the sins of the world. God approved this perfect offering, and that truth stands forever, ready to be received by faith… by any who believe—yes, even you and I!

What a marvel! What a mighty God we serve!

And at Christmas, when carols rise in reverent joy, we join a chorus of poets and prophets who, for generations, have been awestruck by the miracle of Emmanuel—God with us.

Read the lyrics of those beloved hymns—not just with your voice, but with your soul. In every line, you’ll find echoes of that same divine wonder that filled David’s heart.

So let me ask you—Does your heart still brim with awe and wonder today?

Prayer: Lord God, when I read Your Word, it is wonderful how everything is so wonderfully knitted together, and points always to the Messiah. I praise You, and thank You for my Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.

30th May 2025

Ask God For Wisdom

 If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God . . .

 James 1:5

 Today's Bible Reading: James 1:5-8.

The Webster’s Dictionary defines wisdom as “the ability to discern inner qualities and relationships; insight; good sense; judgment.” In essence, wisdom is the capacity to understand and to act on that understanding.

In Ephesians 5:15, the apostle Paul exhorts believers: “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise.” Similarly, the Psalmist declares, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom” (Psalm 111:10), a truth echoed again in Proverbs 1:7. From the beginning, God acted in wisdom when creating the world, and He desires to share that wisdom with those made in His image. Proverbs 8:11 reminds us: “For wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire can compare with her.”

James speaks directly and simply: “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God... and it will be given” (James 1:5). However, James also notes that we must ask in faith, believing that we will receive. God freely gives wisdom, as emphasized again in Ephesians 1:17–18. While human wisdom—shaped by experience—has value, it is not enough to navigate the storms of life. Divine wisdom provides the discernment and sound judgment we need in difficult times. When we ask in faith, God gives generously.

It’s important to understand that wisdom is different from knowledge. We can accumulate knowledge through study, learning, and life experience. But wisdom enables us to apply that knowledge rightly—especially when facing moral dilemmas or life’s complex challenges. God promises to give us this kind of wisdom when we ask.

So, how is my prayer life when it comes to wisdom? Do I truly seek God’s guidance in the daily decisions and challenges I face? Am I confused, anxious, or uncertain? Then I must simply ask—believing that He hears and will answer. God longs to pour out His wisdom on hearts that are humble and seeking. We don’t need to live storm-tossed and double-minded. His wisdom is a sure anchor and a clear light, guiding us through life with confidence and peace.

Prayer: Dear Lord God, I know that wisdom will continue to grow as a product of right choices and godly responses, and as I apply Your Word to my daily circumstances. I ask You to help me make good use of the wisdom You give me every day. In Jesus name. Amen.