28th April 2026

We Are God's Children

"Behold what manner of love the Father

has bestowed on us, that we

should be called children of God! "

1 John 3:1

Today's Bible Reading: 1 John 3:1-3.

As God’s children, we are His dependents. In Psalm 103:3, the Bible says, “As a father pities His children, so the Lord pities them that fear Him.” Dependent children spend little time worrying about meals, clothing, and shelter. They assume, and they have a right to, that all will be provided by their parents. Because God is responsible for our welfare, we are told to "cast all our care upon Him, for He cares for us," (1 Peter 5:7).

Because we are dependent upon God, the Lord Jesus said, “Let not your heart be troubled” (John 14:1). Dependent children are not slow about asking for help, or making their needs know. They would not be normal if they did not boldly make their needs known. God is keenly aware that we are dependent upon Him for life’s necessities. It was for that reason that He said, “Ask, and it shall be given you; seek and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you” (Matthew 7:7).  

Prayer: How magnificent, almighty Father, that I, can rely on You to take away the burden of my heart! I thank You, in the name of the Lord Jesus. Amen.

27th April 2026

His Love is Obvious

"The love of God was manifested toward us,

that God has sent His only begotten Son into

the world, that we might live through Him."

1 John 4:9

Today's Bible Reading: 1 John 4:7-11.

Notice God’s love. The Bible says, “God is love” (v 8). Consider what that means in light of what we are by nature. We were lost sinners. We were alienated from God. We were enemies of God. We had rebelled against Him and lived in defiance of His holy law. Scripture is clear—“There is none righteous, no, not one” (Romans 3:10). We deserved nothing but to face the justice of God for sin, to perish under His righteous judgement.

Yet here is the wonder: in spite of our resistance, our rebellion, and our sin, God loved us. Not because of anything in us, but in spite of everything in us. He loved with an everlasting love—a love that moved Him to give His only Son, that the Lord Jesus Christ would come into this world and go to the cross, bearing the punishment that sinners deserve. This is not a natural love. This is not human love at its highest. This is divine love—holy, sacrificial, undeserved. No one has the ability to love like this unless they have first come to Christ and been changed by His grace.

And those who truly know God ought to reflect that love. A cold, hard, uncaring spirit is a contradiction to the Gospel we profess. It dishonours the God who has loved us so freely. It is not our place to stand in prideful judgement over others, but to show compassion, to care for souls, and to point sinners to the only Saviour who can save.

If God has loved us in this way, how can we not love others?

Prayer: Loving Father, Your love encompasses me, wherever I may be. There are so many who need the healing of Your love in their lives. Fill me to overflowing with “agapé” love for them. In the Jesus precious name I ask. Amen.

26th April 2026

In The Lord's Service

"All Israel from Dan to Beersheba

knew that Samuel had been

established as a prophet of the Lord.

1 Samuel 3:20

Today's Bible Reading: 1 Samuel 3:1-21.

We can draw a valuable lesson from Samuel's life. Samuel's dedication and obedience to God's voice set him apart as a vessel for divine communication. His unwavering commitment to the Lord allowed him to fulfil his purpose and positively impact an entire nation.

In our own lives, we are called to serve the Lord in various capacities. Service to the Lord involves more than mere religious rituals; it encompasses a heartfelt devotion to God's will and a willingness to follow His guidance. Like Samuel, we are called to listen attentively to God's voice, to discern His direction, and to act in accordance with His divine plan.

True service to the Lord requires humility and a willingness to put God's desires above our own. It involves surrendering our own agendas and submitting ourselves to His will. Just as Samuel had to overcome personal struggles and make sacrifices to fulfil his role as a prophet, we too may face challenges and sacrifices in our service to God. However, the rewards of faithfully serving the Lord far outweigh any hardships we may encounter.

Through our service to the Lord, may others come to know and recognise the establishment of God's presence in our lives, just as "all Israel from Dan to Beersheba knew that Samuel had been established as a prophet of the Lord" (1 Samuel 3:20).

Prayer: My Father and my God, help me to serve You daily with a joyful heart. This I ask, in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.