1st December 2025

Bethlehem's Story  (part 1)

But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah,

Though you are little among the thousands of Judah,

yet out of you shall come forth to

Me The One to be Ruler in Israel,. . .

Micah 5:2

Today's Bible Reading: John 6:22-35.

When Micah wrote of Bethlehem, he spoke of a small place destined for great things. We know it as the birthplace of the Lord Jesus — but its history overflows with spiritual meaning.

The name Bethlehem means “House of Bread,” and Ephrathah means “Fruitful.” How fitting that the Bread of Life (John 6:35) should be born in a place of fruitfulness and provision.

In Bethlehem, Ruth found redemption and a new beginning. There she discovered grace, mercy, and hope — all that we find in Christ and more. David too was born there, the shepherd who became king — a picture of the Good Shepherd who came to save His wandering sheep, and is the King of Kings.

Bethlehem may have been small, but it became the stage of God’s greatest work.

Now ask yourself:

1. Do I believe the story?

2. Have I trusted Jesus Christ for my salvation?

3. Am I truly thankful for what He’s done?

If the Lord has spoken to your heart, open your life to Him today — and let the Saviour of Bethlehem reign in you.

Prayer: Father God, how wonderful it is, that everything fits so wonderfully together in Your Word, the Bible. Thank You for Bethlehem, and thank You for my Saviour, Jesus Christ. Amen.

30th November 2025

God's Sign

Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign . . .

Isaiah 7:14

Today's Bible Reading: Isaiah 7:10-14.

The first day of Advent isn’t just the turning of a calendar page—it’s the opening of a sacred story. It’s the beginning of a journey—a season soaked in hope, longing, and joyful expectation. Advent invites us to pause in the middle of life’s busyness and lean in to the whisper of a promise that changed the world forever.

Centuries before a star shone over Bethlehem, God spoke through the prophet Isaiah:

“Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call Him Immanuel” (Isaiah 7:14).

This was no ordinary promise. It was a breathtaking prophecy of a King who would step into the world not with earthly power, but as a tiny baby wrapped in humility. Immanuel—“God with us.” The Creator choosing to walk among His creation. The infinite clothed in flesh. The Saviour entering the darkness with a light that could never be extinguished.

As we step into this Advent season, let’s allow our hearts to be captured by the wonder of the incarnation. Imagine the quiet night air, the awe of shepherds, the light of the star, and the cry of a newborn King. This is not just a story of the past—it’s a promise that still pulses with life today. The Lord Jesus came once, and He will come again. Advent is both a celebration and a preparation. It’s a time to awaken our hearts, to make room for the One who brings hope, peace, joy, and love.

May this season draw you closer to the heart of God. May it stir your faith and fill you with holy anticipation. And may you carry the assurance deep within your soul: God is with us—yesterday, today, and forever.

Prayer:  Dear God, thank You for the gift of Your Son, Jesus Christ, who brings hope and salvation to the world. May this season be a time of joy, peace, and hope, as we look forward to the coming of Christ. In His name, I pray, Amen.

29th November 2025

The Messiah

“You are the Christ, the Son of God!”

Luke 4:41

Today's Bible Reading: Luke 4:37-41.

In today's Bible lesson, we see the Lord Jesus performing many miracles and signs, demonstrating His power and authority over sickness and evil spirits. As a result, news about Him spread throughout the surrounding region, and people began to seek Him out for healing and deliverance.

But it was not only the people who recognised the power and authority of Jesus. The demons that He cast out also knew who He was - they cried out (v 41), "You are the Christ, the Son of God!" This declaration of faith from the mouths of demons is a powerful testimony to the divinity of Jesus. 

As followers of Christ, we too can recognise and declare who He is. He is not just a great teacher or a moral example, but the One who is the Christ, the Son of God. This means that He is the Messiah, the promised One who came to save us from our sins and reconcile us to God. 

When we confess our faith in Jesus as the Christ, we are acknowledging His lordship over our lives and our need for Him as our Saviour. Let us follow the example of Peter, and the demons in this passage (on this occasion) and declare with boldness that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God. And may our lives reflect this truth as we seek to love and serve Him each day. 

Prayer:  Dear God, I thank You for the powerful example of Your Son, Jesus Christ. I pray that I may follow His example of love, compassion, and faith in my daily life. In His name I pray. Amen.