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Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | February 28 2026 | Psalm 139:23-24   KEY VERSE: “Search me, O God, and know my heart; Try me, and know my anxieties;” (Psalm 139:23, NKJV)   MESSAGE:   Psalm 139 concludes with a courageous prayer: “Search me, God, and know my heart… see if there is any offensive way in me.” After affirming that nothing in his life escapes God’s knowledge, David entrusts his inner world to the Lord who sees completely and judges righteously. He opens himself deliberately to divine scrutiny, confident that God’s searching gaze is faithful and just. Lent draws us into that same willingness. Spiritual growth takes root where we pause long enough to examine the heart before God. Through quiet prayer and attentive reading of Scripture, we allow His truth to illuminate areas that require attention.   This season becomes an invitation to honesty, humility, and deeper communion, as we welcome Christ, the Light of the world, to shine upon our hearts and reveal what is hidden so that renewal may begin. To welcome divine examination is to come before the Lord who knows us fully and restores us graciously.   As we place ourselves under His searching light, the Spirit begins His quiet work within. He brings clarity to motives and reveals patterns that shape our lives. What comes into the light can be surrendered, and grace meets us there with healing and direction. Renewal unfolds through repentance and faithful obedience. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: During this Lenten season, create intentional moments of self-examination before God. Read Psalm 139 slowly and prayerfully. Ask the Lord to reveal attitudes or habits that need correction. Write down what He shows you and take a clear step of obedience in response.   PRAYER: Lord, You know me completely. Search my heart and reveal what requires Your correction. Cleanse my motives, thoughts, and renew my fellowship with You. Shape my inner life by Your Word and form in me a heart that honours You. In Jesus’ name, Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 59: Numbers 19–21 - From Discipline to Deliverance DAILY word study : SEARCH Search, rendered in Hebrew as חָקַר (ḥāqar) The Hebrew word ḥāqar means to examine thoroughly, to investigate carefully, or to explore deeply. It was used by miners digging into the earth in search of hidden treasure and by rulers examining matters with diligence. The word carries the idea of intentional, penetrating inquiry. When David prays, “Search me, God,” he is not asking for a surface review. He is inviting a deep examination of his inner life—thoughts, motives, desires, and intentions. He willingly places himself before the God who sees completely. This prayer reflects trust. David believes that God’s searching is purposeful and restorative. He knows that what God uncovers, He also refines. Reflect on this: Have you invited God to examine the deeper layers of your heart? Are you willing to let His light reach areas you rarely bring before Him?

Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | February 27 2026 | Matthew 4:1-11   KEY VERSE: “But He answered and said, 'It is written, ‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.’” (Matthew 4:4, NKJV)   MESSAGE:   Jesus spoke the words in our key verse in the wilderness, at a moment of real hunger. After fasting forty days and forty nights, the tempter urged Him to turn stones into bread. The temptation was not only about food. It was about independence. It was a push to meet a legitimate need without reference to the Father’s will. Jesus answered with Scripture. He quoted Deuteronomy and showed that life is sustained by more than what the body can touch. Bread can fill the stomach, yet the heart can remain unsettled. God’s Word feeds the inner life, shapes desire, and keeps a person steady when appetite speaks loudly. Lent invites you to face this question honestly. What do you run to when you feel empty or tired? Jesus shows you a better way. He stayed in the wilderness and stood firm with the Word. When you return to Scripture and prayer, your hunger becomes a doorway into deeper dependence on God. The Father sustains those who lean on His Word. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Notice what your hunger reveals. When cravings rise, pause and seek God’s voice before you satisfy the urge. Open Scripture daily during this Lenten journey and let it shape your choices. Replace quick comforts with simple obedience. Feed your mind with God’s truth and let Christ become the strength you rely on.   PRAYER: Lord Jesus, teach me to depend on Your Word. When I feel empty, draw me to Scripture and prayer. Strengthen me to choose obedience and to trust the Father’s will. Feed my soul with truth and keep my heart steady. In Jesus’ name, Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 58: Numbers 16–18 - God Confirms His Chosen Servants DAILY word study: LIVE The word translated “live” in Matthew 4:4 is ζήσεται (zēsetai), the future middle indicative of ζάω (zaō), meaning “to live,” “to be alive,” or “to continue in life.” It does not merely refer to physical breathing or biological survival. It speaks of life that is sustained, preserved, and actively maintained. In Scripture, zaō often carries a fuller sense of life — vitality under God’s sustaining power. It points to life that flows from relationship with God and dependence on His provision. When Jesus declares that man shall not “live” on bread alone, He teaches that real, sustained life — life that endures and flourishes — comes from every word that proceeds from God. Physical food maintains the body, but God’s spoken Word preserves and strengthens the whole person. Life, in its fullest sense, is upheld by divine truth Reflect on this: What is currently sustaining your inner life? Are you feeding daily on God’s Word in a way that strengthens your trust and obedience?

Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | February 26 2026 | Acts 3:11-21 KEY VERSE: “Repent therefore. . ., so that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord,” (Acts 3:19, NKJV)   MESSAGE:   In Acts 3, Peter speaks to the crowd after the lame man is healed at the temple gate. The miracle captures their attention, but Peter points them beyond the sign to the risen Christ. He calls them to repent so that times of refreshing may come from the Lord. Repentance is God’s gracious call to return. It is the pathway into restored fellowship.   To repent is to turn the heart toward God. It is responding to the authority of the risen Lord and aligning our lives under His reign. Peter’s appeal called the people to acknowledge Christ openly and to walk in obedience to Him. God receives the one who comes with sincerity. He restores the willing heart and renews communion with Himself. Refreshing flows from honest surrender. During Lent, we focus on the state of our hearts and respond to God in confession and faith.   Repentance restores joy because it brings us again into the life-giving presence of the Lord. In returning to Him, we find renewal for the soul and strength for faithful living. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: In this season, come before God with a repentant heart. Examine your life in the light of His Word. Confess sincerely. Align your steps with Christ. Receive His mercy and walk in renewed fellowship with Him.   PRAYER: Father, lead me in true repentance. Turn my heart fully toward You. Restore my joy and refresh my soul as I walk in renewed fellowship with You. In Jesus’ name, Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 57: Numbers 13–15 -Faith at the Edge of Promise DAILY word study: REPENT The English word repent comes from the Greek word metanoeō, which means “to change one’s mind” or “to turn in a new direction.” It describes an inward shift that leads to a changed life. It is a deliberate turning of the heart toward God. In Acts 3:19, Peter calls the people to repent in response to the risen Christ. This turning opens the way for “times of refreshing,” a renewal that flows from restored fellowship with the Lord. Reflect on this: Where is God calling you to turn today? Repentance is not vague sorrow; it is a clear decision to align your heart and steps with Christ. As you respond sincerely, expect renewal to follow.

Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | February 25 2026 | Psalm 46:1-11   KEY VERSE: “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!”  (Psalm 46:10, NKJV)   MESSAGE:   Psalm 46 was written in a time of unrest—the earth trembles. Nations rage. In the midst of it all, God speaks: “Be still and know that I am God.” This stillness calls us to trust His sovereign rule and rest in His presence. During this Lenten season, we are invited to cultivate such stillness. Jesus often withdrew to pray. In those quiet moments, He lived in communion with the Father and drew strength for obedience. The hidden place shaped His public ministry.   When we become still before God, we begin to see clearly. The heart slows, and trust deepens. His presence steadies the soul, and silence becomes a sanctuary as we place ourselves fully under His authority.   As we learn to be still, our walk is anchored in the assurance that God reigns. We come to know Him more deeply and move forward with renewed confidence. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Practice intentional stillness this Lenten season. Set aside moments to cease striving and listen. Open Scripture in quiet prayer and allow the Spirit to bring clarity. Receive guidance and direction for your walk with God.   PRAYER: Lord, teach me to be still before You. Quiet my striving and steady my heart. Let silence become a sanctuary where I trust Your rule and rest in Your presence. In Jesus’ name, Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 56: Numbers 9–12 - Guidance, Grumbling, and Leadership Tested DAILY word study: BE STILL The Hebrew word translated “be still” is raphah. It conveys the sense of letting go, loosening one’s grip, or ceasing to strive. It is a call to release tension and recognise the authority of God. In Psalm 46, this command is spoken amid turmoil. Mountains move. Waters roar. Nations stir. Into that unrest, God calls His people to rest in Him. Stillness, then, is an act of trust. It is surrender before the sovereign Lord. Reflect on this: Where is God inviting you to release your grip and rest in His rule today?

Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | February 24 2026 | Philippians 2:5-11   KEY VERSE: “. . .He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross.”  (Philippians 2:8, NKJV)   MESSAGE:   Jesus reached glory through humility. Philippians 2 shows the path He chose. He did not grasp for status. He humbled Himself and obeyed the Father, even to death on a cross. This is the way of Christ.   We often want victory without sacrifice, but Jesus teaches another road. True life grows through surrender. Obedience can be costly, yet it is worship. When you embrace the cross in daily choices, you walk in the footsteps of Christ, trusting the Father who exalts in His time.   Lent calls you to follow Jesus with a lowered heart and a steady yes to God. The cross comes before the crown, and the crown belongs to the One who obeyed. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: As you walk through Lent, remember that the glory you desire has a story behind it. Choose humility and obedience in the small moments. Let your daily decisions reflect the mind of Christ.   PRAYER: Jesus, help me embrace humility and obedience. Teach me to follow You faithfully on the way of the cross. For Your dear name’s sake, Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 55: Numbers 5–8 - God Among a Set-Apart People DAILY word study : HUMBLED In Philippians 2:8, the word translated “humbled” comes from the Greek tapeinoō, meaning to make low, to bring down, or to take a lower position willingly. It describes voluntary lowering, not forced humiliation. Jesus was not reduced by weakness. He chose humility. He submitted Himself to the Father’s will, even when obedience led to the cross. His humility was active and deliberate. In Scripture, humility is not self-hatred. It is rightful alignment before God. Reflect on this: Where is God inviting you to choose humility instead of self-assertion today?

Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | February 23 2026 | Matthew 6:16-18   KEY VERSE: “. . . Your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.”  (Matthew 6:18, NKJV)   MESSAGE:   As we journey through Lent, many believers choose to fast. Jesus reminds us that fasting is not about what others see, but about what the Father sees in secret.   In Matthew 6, Jesus assumes His followers will fast. He does not say “if,” but “when.” At the same time, He warns against turning fasting into a display. Some, He says, disfigure their faces so others will notice their sacrifice. Their reward ends with human approval.   True fasting is different. It is quiet. It is sincere. It is directed toward the Father who sees beyond appearance. The discipline is not meant to draw attention, but to deepen communion. What happens in secret becomes an offering of trust before God.   When fasting is practised with a right motive, it frees the heart from the need for applause and anchors it in the Father’s presence. The One who sees what is done in secret is faithful to respond. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: As you fast during this Lenten season, examine your motive. Let your devotion remain between you and the Father who sees in secret. Avoid drawing attention to your sacrifice. Instead, allow your fasting to deepen your communion with God. Seek His presence quietly, trusting that He notices what others may never see.   PRAYER: Father, purify my motives. Teach me to seek You in the hidden place and not for the approval of others. Let my fasting be sincere and directed toward You alone. May what is done in secret draw me closer to Your heart. In Jesus’ name, Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 54: Numbers 1–4 - Ordered for the Journey DAILY word study: SECRET In Matthew 6:18, the English word secret derives from the Greek kryptos, meaning hidden, concealed, and not visible to the public eye. It refers to something done out of sight, beyond display or performance. Jesus uses this word to describe the space where true devotion belongs. The focus is not on hiding from people out of fear, but on directing our hearts toward God without seeking attention. What is done in the hidden place reveals what we truly value. When your devotion moves from the public eye to the secret place, it becomes personal, sincere, and God-centered. Reflect on this: What part of your spiritual life belongs only to you and the Father?

Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | February 22 2026 | Joel 2:12-17   KEY VERSE: “So rend your heart, and not your garments; Return to the Lord your God, For His gracious and merciful,”  (Joel 2:13, NKJV)   MESSAGE:   In Joel’s day, tearing one’s garment was a public sign of grief and repentance. It was visible, dramatic, and unmistakable. Yet God saw beyond the fabric. He called His people to rend their hearts instead. Outward expressions could be performed, but inward surrender could not be faked. Lent confronts us with the same challenge. It is possible to participate in religious observances and still keep the heart guarded. God desires more than visible devotion. He seeks hearts that truly turn back to Him.   True repentance is surrender. It is allowing God to break what is hardened and heal what is hidden. When the heart is opened before Him, mercy enters, and restoration begins. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: God knows us better than we know ourselves, so we cannot pretend before Him. He calls for sincere repentance that changes the heart, not just outward behaviour. Come to Him with an open heart and a desire for true transformation.   PRAYER: Lord, soften my heart. Let my repentance be real, deep, and sincere, and draw me fully back to Yourself. For Your dear name’s sake. Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 53: Leviticus 26–27 - Choosing Faithful Obedience DAILY word study : REND The Hebrew word is qāraʿ (קָרַע). It means “to tear,” “to split,” or “to rip apart.” In the Old Testament, it often described tearing garments as a visible sign of grief, distress, or repentance. In Joel 2:13, God redirects that action inward. Instead of tearing clothing, He commands His people to tear their hearts. The call is not for dramatic display but for sincere inner brokenness. To “rend” the heart is to allow God to break pride, expose hidden sin, and remove resistance. It is not about emotional intensity but about genuine return. Reflect on this: Is there any area of your heart still guarded before God? Ask Him to soften and open it fully, so repentance becomes real and restoration can begin.

Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | February 21 2026 | Genesis 3:14-19   KEY VERSE: “...For dust you are and to dust you will return.”  (Genesis 3:19, NKJV)   MESSAGE:   The Lenten journey keeps before us a sobering truth: we are dust, sustained only by the mercy of God. We are human, fragile, and temporary. This reminder humbles us, stripping away pride and helping us see that life is not sustained by our strength but by God’s grace.   To remember we are dust is not hopelessness. It is honesty. God does not despise our weakness; He meets it with grace. Lent becomes a sacred invitation to return to Him, acknowledging how deeply we need Him.   When we admit our frailty, we open ourselves to renewal. The God who formed humanity from dust still breathes life into surrendered hearts. He restores those who come to Him with humility and trust. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Humility is the doorway through which grace and renewal enter. As you reflect during this season of Lent, take a posture of honesty before God. Allow Him to shape your heart and draw you nearer to Himself.   PRAYER: Father, remind me of my need for You. Let Your grace cover my weakness and renew my heart during this season of Lent. Form humility within me and lead me into deeper fellowship with You. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 52: Leviticus 24–25 - Justice, Mercy, and Rest DAILY word study : DUST The Hebrew word is ʿāphār (עָפָר). It refers to dry earth, loose soil, or fine particles of the ground. In Genesis 3:19, it emphasises human frailty and mortality. In Scripture, dust represents both origin and limitation. Humanity was formed from the ground and remains dependent on the Creator. The reminder of dust is not meant to diminish dignity but to cultivate humility. It confronts self-sufficiency and calls us back to dependence on God. During Lent, this word helps us remember that life is sustained by God’s grace, not by human strength. Reflect on this: Where have you relied on yourself instead of God? Let the truth of “dust” guide you into humility and renewed trust in the One who gives life.

Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | February 20 2026 | Luke 9:18-27   KEY VERSE: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.”  (Luke 9:23, NKJV)   MESSAGE:   As we walk through Lent, we are drawn again to the call of surrender. Jesus teaches that discipleship is daily and deliberate. When He says, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily,”  He is inviting us into a steady life of obedience. To deny oneself is to loosen the hold of anything that competes with Christ and to place Him first again.   Taking up the cross daily is the practical expression of that surrender. It means choosing obedience when it costs, forgiving when it is difficult, serving without seeking recognition, and saying yes to God even when the flesh resists. This season invites us to return to living faithfully and embracing daily practices that deepen our relationship with Christ.   Self-denial makes space for deeper joy. When we lay down what is temporary, we gain what endures. The cross is the path that leads us into life with Christ. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: True discipleship requires daily surrender, in which Christ becomes greater, and self becomes secondary. Decide to yield yourself to making Christ known today.   PRAYER: Lord Jesus, teach me the grace of daily surrender. Reveal what competes for my heart and give me courage to lay it down. Help me take up my cross with obedience and follow You faithfully. Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 51: Leviticus 22–23 - Holy Times and Sacred Rhythms DAILY word study: DENY The Greek word translated “deny” is aparneomai. It means to renounce, to refuse association with, or to disown a claim. It was used in contexts where a person deliberately turned away from something that once held influence or authority over them. When Jesus calls us to deny ourselves, He is not asking us to reject our identity. He is calling us to renounce self-rule. Discipleship begins where self-sovereignty ends. It is a conscious decision to step aside so that Christ may lead. Reflect on this: What area of your life still insists on having the final say?

Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | February 19 2026 | Matthew 4:1-11   KEY VERSE: “Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil.”  (Matthew 4:1, NKJV)   MESSAGE:   Jesus did not wander into the wilderness by accident. He was led there by the Spirit. The wilderness was not punishment, but preparation. Before beginning His public ministry, Jesus entered a season of solitude where His dependence on the Father was tested and strengthened. Lent reminds us that God sometimes draws us away from noise so that He can deepen our spiritual roots.   In our own lives, wilderness seasons may feel uncomfortable, quiet, or isolating. Yet they often reveal what we rely on besides God. When distractions fade, the deeper questions surface. Will we trust God’s Word more than our cravings, fears, or comforts?   Jesus did not overcome temptation by escaping the wilderness. He stood firm within it, anchored in Scripture. As we journey through Lent, we are invited to follow Him into deeper surrender, trusting that God meets us in still places with strength and sustaining grace. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Wilderness seasons shape our spiritual maturity, teaching us dependence, obedience, and trust in God’s Word. When you recognise such a season, ask God for grace to walk through it faithfully and steadily.   PRAYER: Lord Jesus, You were led into the wilderness for a purpose. Lead me into deeper surrender. Teach me to trust You in quiet and difficult places. Strengthen me to stand firm against temptation through Your Word. Form Christlike character in me during this Lenten journey. Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 50: Leviticus 19–21 - Reflecting God’s Character DAILY word study: WILDERNESS The Greek word translated “wilderness” is erēmos. It refers to a deserted place, a solitary region, or an uninhabited area. In Scripture, it often describes a setting away from crowds and comforts, where distractions are removed and dependence on God becomes clear. It was not merely a geographical location but a formative environment. Jesus was led into the wilderness by the Spirit. The place of solitude became a place of strengthening. In that setting, God’s Word shaped His response to temptation. Reflect on this: What quiet place in your life might God be using to deepen your trust in Him?

Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | February 18 2026 | Psalm 139:1-12, 23-24   KEY VERSE: “Search me, O God, and know my heart; Try me, and know my anxieties; And see if there is any wicked way in me, And lead me in the way everlasting.”  (Psalm 139:23-24, NKJV)   MESSAGE:   Lent is a forty-day season of spiritual reflection, repentance, and renewal leading to Easter. For Baptists, it is optional but spiritually beneficial, offering intentional time to draw nearer to Jesus Christ. The focus is heartfelt devotion: examining our lives, confessing sin, and preparing our hearts to celebrate the resurrection. Today is Ash Wednesday, marking the beginning of this journey. It reminds us of our mortality, our dependence on God, and the grace made available through Jesus Christ.   Psalm 139 declares that God knows us completely. David’s prayer, “Search me, O God,” is an invitation to honest self-examination. True spiritual renewal begins with inward surrender. We come directly to God through Jesus Christ, acknowledging that self-evaluation alone is insufficient. Exposure to God’s truth is meant to heal, not condemn. As we enter Lent, we ask Him to reveal attitudes, habits, and motives that require correction so that we may walk faithfully in His everlasting way. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Are you hiding anything from God? Where have you justified what God condemns? God already knows you fully, yet He invites you into honest surrender. Lent is an opportunity to pause and allow Him to search your heart. Confess what He reveals. Take deliberate steps toward obedience. Let this season move beyond reflection into transformation.   PRAYER: Holy and searching God, examine my heart and reveal what I fail to see. Expose attitudes, desires, and actions that grieve You. Cleanse me where I have grown careless. Correct me where I have strayed. Lead me in Your everlasting way. Draw me into deeper fellowship with You, and strengthen my resolve to obey and follow Jesus Christ faithfully throughout this Lenten journey. In Jesus’ name, Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 49: Leviticus 16–18 - Atonement and Set-Apart Living DAILY word study: OFFENSIVE WAY The Hebrew expression for offensive way is derek ʿōṣeb. The word derek means “way” or “path,” referring to one’s pattern of life or direction. The word ʿōṣeb carries the idea of pain, sorrow, or grief. Together, the phrase describes a way of living that causes grief — a path that leads to sorrow or brings pain, even grief to the heart of God. David is not asking God to point out minor imperfections. He is inviting God to reveal any pattern of life that grieves Him. Lent calls us to that same honesty. It is a season to allow God to uncover habits, attitudes, and hidden motives that wound our fellowship with Him. Reflect on this: Is there a pattern in your life that may be grieving God, even if it feels small or justified to you?

Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | February 17 2026 | Acts 24:22-27   KEY VERSE: “Now as he reasoned about righteousness, self-control, and the judgment to come, Felix was afraid….”  (Acts 24:25a, NKJV)   MESSAGE:   In Acts 24:22–27, Paul is imprisoned yet repeatedly given opportunities to speak with the Governor, Felix. As Felix listens, Paul reasons about faith in Christ, righteousness, self-control, and the coming judgment. Paul neither flatters Felix nor softens the message. He speaks with wisdom, courage, and clarity. Even in chains, Paul remains a witness. The gospel is not restricted by circumstance.   This passage teaches that sharing Christ requires both boldness and discernment. Paul understood his audience and addressed the matters Felix needed to confront. True evangelism is not simply delivering information. It is presenting truth with love so that it reaches the heart. Felix became afraid because the message exposed reality. The Word of God awakens the conscience, even in those who hold power.   Yet Felix delayed his response, hoping for a convenient time. Many still respond that way. Convicted, yet postponing repentance. Paul’s example reminds us that our task is to speak faithfully. We reason with wisdom, plant seeds of truth, and entrust the outcome to God. Whether the response is immediate or delayed, Christ must be proclaimed with courage and grace. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Have you tried sharing Christ with someone lately? How was the response? Do you feel rejected when you try to share your faith with people, and they turn you down? Ask God for wisdom to navigate this assignment, for we are all called to share our faith with others.   PRAYER: Lord, give me wisdom and boldness to share Christ clearly. Help me speak truth with love, even when it challenges others. May my life and words point people toward repentance and faith, and may I trust You with the results. This I pray in Jesus’ name. Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 48: Leviticus 14–15 - Cleansing and Renewal DAILY word study: REASONED The Greek word translated “reasoned” is dialegomai. It means to discuss, converse, argue thoughtfully, or engage in careful dialogue. It was often used to describe a structured conversation where the truth was examined and explained clearly. It is not emotional shouting. It is thoughtful persuasion rooted in conviction. Paul did not deliver a brief statement and leave. He deliberately engaged Felix in conversation about righteousness, self-control, and judgment. Faith was presented with clarity and logic. The gospel was explained, not merely announced. Reflect on This: Do you approach conversations about faith with clarity and patience, or do you avoid thoughtful engagement when truth requires explanation?