3rd July 2026

The First Evangelist

"(God) did not spare the ancient world,

but saved Noah, one of eight people,

a preacher of righteousness"

2 Peter 2:5

Today's Bible Reading: Genesis 6.

Christians have gleaned many valuable lessons from the biblical account of Noah and the Ark. But one fact is often overlooked. Noah was the first evangelist mentioned in the Bible.

Genesis 6 and 2 Peter 2:5 provide valuable insights into the life of Noah and his role as an evangelist, proclaiming righteousness amidst a corrupt and godless world.

In Genesis 6, we witness the deteriorating state of humanity. Wickedness had spread throughout the earth, and the thoughts and intentions of people's hearts were continuously evil. Amidst this backdrop, Noah stands out as a righteous man who found favour in the eyes of the Lord. God chose Noah to be the instrument through which He would bring salvation and judgment to the world.

Noah's obedience to God's command to build the ark showcases his unwavering faith and dedication to God's instructions. As he worked tirelessly on the massive task, Noah simultaneously fulfilled his calling as an evangelist. He became a living testimony of righteousness, pointing people towards God's truth through his actions. The construction of the ark itself was a tangible symbol of impending judgment, a warning to the ungodly

In 2 Peter 2:5, Noah is referred to as a "preacher of righteousness." This phrase underlines the active role Noah played in proclaiming God's righteousness to his contemporaries. Noah's obedience to God's command to build the ark was not merely an act of personal preservation but a testimony to the righteousness and justice of God. Noah faithfully warned his generation of the impending flood, urging them to turn away from their wickedness and find salvation in God.

As we think today about Noah's example, may we be inspired to live lives dedicated to proclaiming God's truth, pointing others to the Lord Jesus, and faithfully fulfilling our calling as modern-day evangelists – All of us.

Prayer: Father God, help me today, to share my faith in You with others. In Christ's name. Amen.

2nd July 2026

Connected to Power

"Do not quench the Spirit.

1 Thessalonians 5:19

Today's Bible Reading: 1 Thessalonians 1:4–5; 5:19.

Despite knowing that the electricity wasn’t working in our house after a strong storm, I instinctively put on the light switch when I entered the room. Of course, nothing happened. I remained in darkness.

That experience—expecting light even when I knew the connection to the power source was broken, reminded me of a spiritual truth. Too often we expect power even as we fail to rely on the Holy Spirit.

In 1 Thessalonians, Paul wrote of the way God caused the Gospel message to come “not simply with words but also with power, and in the Holy Spirit and in much assurance” (1:5). And when we accept God’s forgiveness, believers too have immediate access to the power of His Spirit in our lives. That power cultivates in us characteristics such as love, joy, peace and patience (Galatians 5:22–23) and it empowers us with gifts to serve the church, including teaching, helping and guiding (1 Corinthians 12:28).

Paul warned his readers that it is possible to “quench the spirit” (1 Thessalonians 5:19). We might restrict the power of the Spirit by ignoring God’s presence or rejecting His conviction (John 16:8). But we do not have to live disconnected from Him. God’s power is always available to His children.

Prayer: Almighty God, help me experience the power of Your Spirit in my life. In Jesus name. Amen.

1st July 2026

The Work of Messiah

"Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened."

Isaiah 35:5

Today's Bible Reading: John 9:1-7.

In the Bible's account of the Lord Jesus healing a man who was born blind. The Lord instructs the man to go and wash in the pool of Siloam, and upon following the Lord's command, the man's sight is restored. This healing is indeed important because it is the first recorded instance in the Bible of any person born blind being cured of their blindness.

The importance of this event is amplified when considering certain prophecies in the Old Testament that speak of the works of the Messiah. Isaiah 35:5, for example, prophesies, "Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened." This prophecy is associated with the expected work of the Messiah. Again, in Psalm 146:8, the Bible says: "The LORD opens the eyes of the blind."

When Jesus healed the man born blind, it aligns with the prophecy from Isaiah 35:5. By opening the eyes of the blind, Jesus fulfils this specific Messianic prophecy, which further strengthens the reality that He is the promised Messiah.

Those who see and know the Lord Jesus as God incarnate or the Son of God understand the healing of the man born blind as further evidence the Lord's divine nature. This fulfilled prophecy is confirmation that Jesus, is the Christ and thus possesses the authority and power of God. Furthermore, this man's physical blindness, is a picture of our spiritual blindness, without the opening of our eyes by God the Holy Spirit.

I wonder today, have your eyes been opened?

Prayer: Guide me, Heavenly Father, in my study of your Word, that I may gain deeper insights into the mysteries of Your plan and purpose. May the lives of all Christians be transformed by the truth we find in Scripture, and may we be empowered to share Your love and truth with others. In the Messiah's name. Amen.