Bible Readings: Isaiah 55:1-3, Ephesians 2:4-8, John 4:24 We wove through the bustling streets, sidestepping crowds and passing eager sellers and hurried buyers. The sun blazed overhead, its heat pressing down on our weary bodies. Armed with bottles of chilled water, we pressed on, grateful for each cool sip. Every so often, we paused to […]
Get the previous two summaries: 1 Samuel HERE and HERE. King Saul was always the striking figure, admired for his looks. He fixated on every word, action, and opinion swirling around him. A relentless people-pleaser, he chose the crowd over his Creator every time. That weakness snatched the Kingdom from his hands. When God gives […]
1 Samuel Part 2: Samuel 6-10 If you missed the 1 Samuel 1-5 article, go HERE. Do you know why the hand of God was so heavy on the Philistines all the days of Samuel? Because Samuel stood as a mighty intercessor Pause and reflect on this: Are you standing in the gap for your […]
I pulled out this stack of postcards I had received from my sweet friends in the US. They were so inviting, especially the one with a cute doggie photo cover. I spent a couple of minutes admiring the cover page. Before long, I realised I had wasted valuable time sitting there, rubbing my fingers over […]
I believed I understood patience—until a trip to the mechanic proved me wrong. “You know what, madam, until you get the car fixed, don’t drive anything close to average speed!” Huh! I was stunned. Imagine crawling along the road at a snail’s pace, waiting for the day we could finally fix the car. How do […]
1 Samuel 1-5 (Study Summary) Even the most spiritual people might not grasp your struggles. Sometimes, your heartfelt words may seem empty to others. Like Eli, people may misunderstand you, but God always understands your heart. Hannah kept pressing forward, returning to Shiloh year after year. She never gave up on God or abandoned the […]
My friend rarely reached out for help. We cherished every moment we got to pray, yet that year brought trials. The enemy kept us on our toes, battling from every side. Remember, behind every screen are real people facing real struggles and holding on to real faith. If you love to pray, you might notice […]
Recall the woman at the well? Yes, the very woman whose story Jesus revealed with astonishing clarity. Bible Reading: John 4: 4-42 She was the one to whom Jesus offered living water. Her past was a record she might have carried with shame. Perhaps her name was often whispered in the corners of the city. […]
A few years ago, a lady evangelist lost her life in Northern Nigeria under brutal circumstances. The details remain unclear; the scene unforgettable. As I wrestled with questions and sorrow, my mind turned to the countless men and women in the Bible who gave everything for Jesus, many paying the ultimate price for the Gospel. […]
After hearing an uplifting message, we often feel a spark to act on what we’ve learned. Yet, just as in the parable of the sower, not every seed finds fertile ground. Evangelism is a wonderful calling, but it asks for readiness in body, spirit, and soul, don’t you think? After hearing an uplifting message, we […]
