17th February 2026

God's Providence

When she opened it, she saw the child,

and behold, the baby wept.

Exodus 2:6

Today's Bible Reading: Exodus 2:1-10.

At the start of Exodus 2, we read the story of Moses, who was born during a time when Pharaoh had ordered that all Hebrew baby boys be killed. The mother of Moses knew that she could not keep him hidden forever, so she made an ark of bulrushes and placed him in it, then put him in the river. God's providence led Pharaoh's daughter to find Moses and take him in as her own, allowing Moses to grow up in the palace (v 1-5).

The baby Moses opened his eyes to an unfriendly world. He was born in a powerful nation, but was of a foreign, oppressed race during a time when all babies such as himself were under a royal death sentence. Nevertheless, Moses had something special in his favour: he was the child of believing parents. 

There are two things we can learn from this passage. The first, is the importance of trusting in God's providence. Despite the dangers surrounding the birth of Moses, his mother trusted in God's plan for her son. She took steps to protect him, but ultimately left his fate in God's hands. And God was faithful to provide for Moses and protect him, even using Pharaoh's daughter to do so.

The second lesson, that we can learn is the importance of obedience to God's commands. Moses' mother could have chosen to obey Pharaoh's command and kill her son, but instead she chose to obey God's command to preserve his life. And God rewarded her obedience by preserving the life of Moses and allowing him to grow up to become a great leader and prophet.

We also live in an unfriendly world, we may face difficult situations where we are unsure of what to do. But like the mother of Moses, we can trust in God's plan and obey his commands, even if it means going against what society or culture may tell us to do. Furthermore, we can trust that God will be faithful to provide for us and guide us through whatever challenges we may face.

Prayer: Thank You, Lord, for Your providence. Help me trust and obey Your will. In Jesus, name. Amen.

16th February 2026

Creation History

This is the history of the heavens and the earth

when they were created . . .

Genesis 2:4

Today's Bible Reading: Genesis 2:1-7.

In Genesis 2, we have an overview, a recap of God's creation. In these verses, we see the completion of God's work of creation. He rested on the seventh day, blessing and sanctifying it (v 3). Here we see that rest is important to God, not because He need to rest, or was lacking in energy, but rather, rest was something we would need, and thus it was important to Him, and should be important to us also.

God created Adam from the dust of the ground and breathed into him the breath of life, making him a living being (v 7). This shows us that God is intimately involved in His creation and cares about every aspect of our lives too-We are important to God.

As we go about our days, it is important to remember that we were created by God and for God. We should honour Him in all that we do and take time to rest and reflect on His goodness. Let us thank God for His work of creation and for giving us life.

Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, I thank You for Your word and for the truth that is found in it. Thank You for creating the heavens and the earth and for giving all creation life. Help me to honour You in all that I do and to remember that my life is a gift from You. In Jesus name. Amen.

15th February 2026

No Fear of Death

God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death,

nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain,

for the former things have passed away.”

Revelation 21:4

Today's Bible Reading: Revelation 21:1–5.

On the last night of Isaac Watts’s life, 24 November 1748, the person caring for him recorded that the pastor, who had taught others how to live, was now teaching them how to die. Friends gathered around his bed and listened closely. Watts said, “If God has no more work for me to do, then by His grace I am ready. I trust that all my sins are forgiven through the blood of Christ. I am not afraid to die.” Shortly after speaking these words, the great hymn writer passed away.

Those who love and believe in Jesus can share this absence of fear about death. We can trust the vision that John described in Revelation, that we will live for ever with Jesus, in the new heaven and the new earth (Revelation 21:1). There God promises to dwell with His people: “They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God” (v 3). No longer will we cry any tears, nor will we experience any pain: “ ‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain” (v 4).

Dying is the great unknown, but we can trust our loving God and the promises He makes in His Word. We, like Isaac Watts, can affirm in faith, “I have no fear of dying.”

Prayer: Living God, thank You for Your promises that You will welcome me into your kingdom. Give me peace and hope when I contemplate my own death. In Jesus name. Amen.