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An Encounter with Jesus Luke 2: 22-40 Forty days after his birth, Jesus was taken to the temple in Jerusalem to offer sacrifices according to the law of God. In the temple, Simeon and Anna had an encounter with baby Jesus and they spontaneously spoke. PRAISE 1. Simeon Praised God Luke 2: 28-32 The Bible […]
Expressions of gratitudeNehemiah 8 : 1-3, 5-6, 8-10 After Nehemiah and Ezra returned to Jerusalem and repaired the walls of Jerusalem, they organized a grand celebration to thank God for His grace on the Israelites. 1. RETURN TO GOD – Keeps us holyAttentive to the book of the lawNehemiah 8: 3 During the celebration […]
Being a Channel of Blessing John 2: 1-11 In this well-known story about Jesus turning water into wine in the city of Cana, we see the involvement of Mary who was instrumental in Jesus’ first miracle that propelled the disciples to believe in Him. 1. Be Present John 2: 1 Mary was always present […]
Jesus, our high priest and sacrifice Luke 3: 15-17, 21, 22 This week we have begun to meditate on the Epiphany of Christ. Jesus began his public ministry by first getting baptized by John the Baptist. At His baptism Jesus revealed himself as the perfect high priest and the sacrificial lamb without blemish. 1. He […]
The Shining Light of God –Isaiah 60: 1-6 God speaks through his prophet Isaiah and reveals his kindness and compassion for his people. 1. God’s shining light dispels darkness Isaiah 60:2 When darkness covers all nations, light will shine upon God’s people. Light dispels darkness. When we have God’s light for us, we will have […]
Forerunner of Christ – The Church Luke 3: 1-6 John the Baptist was the forerunner of Christ for his first Advent. He prepared the way for Jesus to begin his ministry. The Church is appointed to be the forerunner of Christ for his second Advent. 1. The person – Filled with the Holy Spirit […]
The Kingdom of God is near Luke 21: 25-36 Jesus clearly explained the signs of the last days. His teachings created curiosity in his disciples. Jesus also encouraged them during his discourse. 1. Courage – Luke 21: 28 Jesus spoke about the signs in the sky and on the earth in the last days. Then he […]
THE REIGN OF CHRIST John 18: 33-37 In this scripture passage, Jesus was standing before Pilate for trial. Jesus revealed his purpose of incarnation. 1. According to His Incarnation King of the Jews – John 18: 33, 34 Pilate asked Jesus if he was the king of the Jews. Jesus answered him with a […]
DEALING WITH STRESS – Hannah1 Samuel 1: 4-20In this story of Hannah we learn useful lessons in dealing with stress. 1. Reasons1 Samuel 1: 6Hannah was put under great pressure by Eliana’s other wife who had sons and daughters. Hannah had no children. So, Penina constantly humiliated her. This put Hannah under tremendous stress. There […]
THE CHOSEN John 6: 37-40 On this Remembrance Day God gives assurance of salvation to all his followers. We are most blessed if we are in Christ. 1. We will not be cast out John 6: 37 No discrimination Jesus was speaking to the multitudes explaining to them that he was the Messiah sent […]
