25th August 2026

The Jasper Wall

“The construction of its walls was of jasper…”

Revelation 21:18

Today's Bible Reading: Revelation 21:1-19.

When John was given a vision of the heavenly city, one of the things that caught his attention was its wall of jasper. A wall speaks of protection, security, and permanence. In the New Jerusalem, there is no fear of invasion, no danger, no sorrow, and no possibility of losing what God has prepared for His people. Jasper is also described as shining with glory. The wall of the city reflects the splendour of God Himself. What a contrast to the fragile things we build our confidence upon in this life. Human security can fail. Health can fail. Wealth can disappear. Even the strongest earthly walls eventually crumble. But the city of God stands secure.

Perhaps today you feel that your life is uncertain. You may be facing circumstances you cannot control, or wondering what the future holds. Remember that those who belong to Christ have an eternal home whose foundations are not shaken.

“The jasper wall” reminds us that God's salvation is not temporary. He is preparing a place where His people (Matthew 1:21) will dwell safely in His presence forever.

So let us lift our eyes beyond the troubles of today. Our hope is not in the walls we can build around ourselves, but in the God who has promised us an eternal dwelling place; “And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying…” (Revelation 21:4).

Prayer: Lord God, strengthen my faith, guard my heart, and lead me safely home to You. In Jesus' name. Amen.

24th August 2026

The God of Surprises

"They immediately left their nets and followed Him.”

Matthew 4:20

Today's Bible Reading: Matthew 4:18-22.

The Lord Jesus often surprised those He met, including the fishermen He called to follow Him. When Christ gave them a new mission to fish for people, Peter and Andrew left their nets “immediately and followed Him” (Matthew 4:20), and James and John also “immediately left their boat” (v 22). They set off on this new adventure with the Lord, trusting Him, yet not knowing where they were going. The “immediate” response of these disciples is a great example to us. Then the first disciples did what all disciples of Jesus Christ should do: they “followed Him.”

God, of course, calls many people to serve Him in different way right where they are! Whether staying or going, we can all look to Him expectantly to surprise us with wonderful experiences and opportunities to live for Him in ways we might never have dreamed possible. This has been my experience, is it yours too?

Prayer: Loving Jesus, You call people to follow You in unique and amazing ways. Teach me to discern Your voice and respond to Your call. Amen.

23rd August 2026

The Cheerful Giver

"God loves a cheerful giver."

2 Corinthians 9:7

Today's Bible Reading: 2 Corinthians 9:6-14.

The greatest blessing of giving is not on the financial side of the gift but on the spiritual side. You receive a sense of being honest with God. You receive a consciousness that you are in partnership with God—that you are doing something constructive—that you are working with Him to reach the world for Jesus Christ. You are also enabled to hold on to this world’s goods, and wealth loosely because the eternal values are always in view. How do you give? Is it liberally and cheerfully? Or is it sparingly and grudgingly? When writing to the believers in Corinth, the apostle Paul said: “So let each one give” (2 Corinthians 9:7). Giving is for “each one,” each believer. Every Christian should be a giver. Because of small resources some cannot give much but it is still important that they give, and that they give with the right kind of heart—cheerful!

If you have been giving God the leftovers of your money and your life, you have been missing the true joy and blessing of Christian giving and living.

Prayer: Forgive me, almighty God, for so often giving You the leftovers. In my heart I know I can never out give You. In Christ I pray. Amen.