25th October 2026

Treasure in Pots

"We have this treasure in earthen vessels,

that the excellence of the power may be of God and not of us."

2 Corinthians 4:7

Reading: 2 Corinthians 4:1-11.

It has been said that the Roman Empire ran on olive oil. It was used in cooking, bathing, medicine, ceremonies, lamps, and cosmetics. For decades, olive oil from southern Spain was shipped to Rome in large clay jugs called amphorae. Those jugs, were not worth sending back, and were discarded in a growing heap of broken shards known as Monte Testaccio. The fragments of an estimated 25 million amphorae created that man-made hill, which stands today on the bank of the Tiber River in Rome. In the ancient world, the value of those pots was not their beauty but their contents.

Because of this, the first-century followers of Christ would have clearly understood Paul’s illustration of the life of Jesus in every believer. “But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellence of the power may be of God and not of us” (2 Cor 4:7).

Our bodies, like amphorae, are temporary, fragile, and expendable. In our modern world that highly values outward beauty, we would be wise to remember that our greatest treasure is the life of the Lord Jesus within us. By God’s grace and power, may we live so that others can see Christ in us.

We are just the clay pots. The Lord Jesus is the true treasure within us.

Prayer: God of Heaven and Earth, help me each day to let the light of the Lord Jesus show in me. Teach me to stay in the background and let Your Son be seen in me. Amen

24th October 2026

Stumbling in Darkness

"That was the true Light which gives light

to every man coming into the world."

John 1:9

Reading: John 1:1-3.

The world is stumbling in darkness from one crisis to another. The crises are getting worse and worse, and are coming closer and closer to home. Inflation, population explosion, hunger, dominate vast areas of the world. Jesus said, “I am the light of the world” (John 8:12), meaning, You follow me and give your life to me and I will take you out of the darkness of this world, out of this confusion, out of this mess that you are in, and I will give you peace and joy. A light will burn in your heart and mind that you never had before. I will command the light to come on in your life. 

The Hebrew Scriptures often spoke of God’s Word as light.

Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path (Psalm 119:105).

Oh, send out Your light and Your truth! Let them lead me (Psalm 43:3).

Since the Lord Jesus Christ is the Word (John 1:1), it makes perfect sense that He is also the light. Is He the light in your life?

Prayer: Your light shines in the darkest place and gives me hope, Lord Jesus. Amen.

23rd October 2026

Household of Faith

"“For the time has come for judgment to begin

at the house of God . . .”

 1 Peter 4:17

Reading:  1 Peter 4:17-19.

A loving Father does not leave His children unchanged; He works in them to make them more like His Son. This is one reason Peter reminds us that “judgment must begin at the house of God” (1 Peter 4:17).

As believers, we are the household of faith, called to reflect the holiness, grace, and character of Christ. Our trials are not evidence of God’s rejection, but opportunities for spiritual growth, purification, and deeper trust in Him. The Lord lovingly refines His people so that our lives may increasingly honour Him.

We profess to be born again, set apart for Christ, and called to walk in His ways. Therefore, our faith should be evident in how we live, love, serve, and respond to life’s difficulties. God’s refining work begins with His own people because we belong to Him and bear His name. The good news is that our suffering is not punishment for our sins. Jesus Christ bore the penalty for our sins once and for all at the cross. Through Him, we have forgiveness, peace with God, and the assurance of His unfailing love.

So, dear saints of God, do not lose heart when the refining fire comes. Our faithful Creator is at work in us, strengthening our faith and preparing us for His glory. Let us rejoice that we belong to His household and continue to do good, trusting Him every step of the way.

Prayer: Father, refine my heart, strengthen my faith, and help me reflect Christ in all we do. May my life bring glory to Your name. In Jesus’ name, Amen.