Rev. Charles Oppong-Poku | April 11 2025 | Luke 22:1-6 KEY VERSE: ”Now the Festival of Unleavened Bread, called the Passover, was approaching, and the chief priests and the teachers of the law were looking for some way to get rid of Jesus, for they were afraid of the people.” Luke 22:1-2 (NIV)   MESSAGE:   Throughout history, light and darkness have been at war. From the Garden of Eden to Calvary’s hill, the enemy of righteousness has never rested in his attempts to extinguish the light of God’s presence and truth. In Luke 22:1-2, we see religious leaders plotting against the Lord Jesus Christ - the true Light of the world. They were driven not by faith, but by fear, pride, and darkness of heart. This Lenten season calls us to confront the shadows in and around us with the unshakable power of the light of Jesus Christ. The key verse highlights two important truths: 1. Light exposes what darkness wants to hide, and 2. Fear and pride fuel the rejection of the light.   The religious leaders wanted to eliminate Jesus because His presence exposed their hypocrisy and self-righteousness. Wherever Jesus shines, truth surfaces. Darkness is deceptive. It whispers that secrets are safe in the shadows, but the light of Jesus Christ interrupts that illusion with truth, not to shame, but to redeem. The Light challenges the status quo and demands transformation, something darkness fiercely resists.   The text says they were “afraid of the people.”  Fear of losing influence and control made them oppose the Savior they claimed to be waiting for. The fear of man can blind us to the truth and cause us to oppose God’s work. Fear of man blinds people from walking into truth. Pride says, “I’m fine on my own”, and refuses to surrender to the Lordship of Jesus Christ because that means acknowledging need, weakness, and sin. Both fear and pride are spiritual chains. They keep people in darkness, even when the light is right before them. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Are you resisting the truth that God’s light is revealing in your life? Don’t let fear of what others think or pride in what you can do keep you from the freedom Jesus offers. Step out of the shadows into the light of His truth, and He will not only expose but heal, restore, and give you new life. PRAYER: Lord Jesus, You are the true Light that shines in the darkness. During this Lenten journey, help me confront any darkness within me, be it fear, pride, or hidden sin. Teach me to walk in Your light with boldness and humility. May Your light shine through me so others may see Your truth and grace. Amen.     THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 101:  Deuteronomy 29-30 -   The Covenant Renewal and Call to Choose Life DAILY word study: GET RID The Greek phrase translated as “get rid of” in Luke 22:2 comes from the verb ἀναιρέω (anaireō), which means to take away, destroy, or kill. It combines ana (up, again) and airō (to lift or take away), but when used in certain contexts, particularly judicial or hostile, it implies removal by execution. In the passage, “get rid of” isn’t about avoidance or distance—it’s a direct reference to their desire to eliminate Jesus permanently. The same word is used in Acts 7:28 (“Do you want to kill me as you killed the Egyptian yesterday?”) and Acts 12:2 to describe Herod putting James to death. This highlights the extent of resistance to divine truth theologically. When light challenges darkness, the response of hardened hearts may escalate from resistance to aggression. Jesus, the Light, wasn’t merely disliked—He was a threat to the systems of pride and control, and so they sought His removal. Reflection: Spiritual darkness doesn’t always reject Jesus openly; it tries to push Him out quietly. Lent invites us to examine where in our lives we are subtly resisting or silencing the voice of Jesus. Are there places in our thoughts or habits where we want Him near, but not too confronting

Rev. O. K. Nkrahene | April 10 2025 | Psalms 31:9–16 KEY VERSE: ”¹⁴But I trust in You, O LORD; I say, “You are my God.” ¹⁵My times are in Your hand; rescue me from the hand of my enemies and from my persecutors! ¹⁶Make Your face shine on Your servant; save me in Your steadfast love!” Psalms 31:14-16 (ESV)   MESSAGE:   Over the past two days, we reflected on intercessory prayer. Today’s focus turns to something equally vital—a personal cry to God. Psalm 31 captures one such moment in the life of King David. In verses 1-8, the psalmist recalls God’s past deliverances. But from verse 9 onward, we encounter a deep lament—a plea from a man weighed down by grief, sorrow, and opposition. Verses 9-10 speak of distress, both physical and emotional, while verses 11-13 reveal the pain of rejection, slander, and enemies plotting his downfall. There may also be hints in verse 10 that David is under divine chastening. Yet, amid the anguish, David makes a powerful declaration in verse 14: “I trust in You, O LORD; I say, ‘You are my God.’” Here are three key insights from this section of the psalm: David turns personally to God.  He doesn’t outsource his prayer but approaches the Lord as his  God. He affirms his trust. Despite his struggles, he remains confident in God's steadfast love and care. He submits his life to God's timing and asks for mercy.  His request for God’s face to shine on him shows his yearning for divine favour and restoration. This passage reminds us of what 2 Chronicles 6:29 teaches - that each person can best express their own sorrow and affliction before God . Sadly, in today’s world, many are tempted to hand over their personal spiritual battles to others. But God desires to hear from each of us personally. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Distress is part of life, but so is the opportunity to turn to God. He invites us to come to Him personally and pour out our hearts, just as Hannah and David did. Don’t delegate your cry - make it personal. God hears. PRAYER: Lord Jesus, give me the grace and courage to pour out my heart to You. Hear me when I cry. Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 100: Deuteronomy 27-28 — Curses and Blessings of the Covenant DAILY word study : SHINE The word “shine” in Psalm 31:16 comes from the Hebrew word אוֹר (’or), which means light, to give light, or to cause to shine. It conveys a sense of divine illumination or favor. “Make Your face shine on Your servant” is a prayer for God’s presence and approval. It echoes the priestly blessing in Numbers 6:25 - “The LORD make His face shine upon you.” This phrase symbolized divine favour, peace, and protection. For David, asking God to shine His face is a way of pleading for mercy and rescue during a time of fear and betrayal. This longing is not for comfort alone - it’s for relationship, for God to turn toward him and act. Reflection: In prayer, we’re not only asking for solutions - we’re seeking God Himself. When His face shines on us, we receive more than relief; we receive renewed hope.

Rev. O. K. Nkrahene | April 9 2025 | Psalm 20:1–9 KEY VERSE: ”⁷Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the Name of the LORD our God. ⁸They collapse and fall, but we rise and stand upright.” Psalm 20:7-8 (ESV)   MESSAGE:   Psalm 20 and Psalm 21 are referred to as Royal Psalms. Psalm 20 is a prayer for the king before battle, and Psalm 21 is a thanksgiving for victory. The prayer is not only for the king’s protection and success (vv.1–5), but also for the well-being of the entire kingdom. Verses 7 and 8, our focus today, are especially relevant during Lent. They remind us of where true strength lies - not in human systems or visible power, but in God’s Name. In ancient times, chariots and horses symbolised military power. Yet the Psalmist declares that trust in the Name of the Lord surpasses all such might. This was likely a wartime prayer offered for King David, and its message remains timely today. Throughout Scripture, God has proven that trusting in Him brings real results: In Exodus 14:24-25 , God intervened by clogging the wheels of Egypt’s chariots as they pursued Israel. In Deuteronomy 20:1-3 , God instructed Moses and the people not to fear enemy forces but to trust Him. In 1 Samuel 17:45 , David faced Goliath with confidence in God’s Name—not in weapons—and won. These stories are not just historical—they are meant to inspire hope and strengthen faith in times of difficulty (Romans 15:4). FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: This message should lead us into active intercession - for our world, nation, and communities. In a time when many systems are proving unreliable, let us stand in the gap through prayer, believing that God's power is still unmatched. PRAYER: Lord Jesus, teach me to trust deeply in Your Name. Help me believe that victory is always possible with You, no matter the hurdles. Amen.   THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 99:   Deuteronomy 25-26 — Justice and Firstfruits Offering DAILY word study: TRUST The Hebrew word for trust  in Psalm 20:7 is בָּטַח ( bāṭaḥ ) , meaning to be confident, secure, or to rely on completely. In Psalm 20:7, the psalmist contrasts two sources of confidence—military might and the Name of the Lord. The word bāṭaḥ  carries a depth of assurance, depicting a heart leaning entirely on God’s strength. This isn’t partial belief—it’s full surrender. Throughout Scripture, this kind of trust is foundational to intercession ( Proverbs 3:5–6 , Isaiah 26:3 ). Intercession flows from a heart that believes God is able and willing to act. Our confidence in prayer is rooted in who God is, not in what we see around us. Reflection: To pray effectively for others, we must first trust the One we pray to. Trust leads to action, and action leads to intercession.

Rev. O. K. Nkrahene | April 8 2025 | Romans 10:1–13 KEY VERSE: ”Brethren, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for Israel is that they may be saved.” Romans 10:1 (NKJV)   MESSAGE:   Prayer is a vital part of Lent. In today’s reflection, we focus on intercessory prayer—bringing others before God to seek real solutions to life's burdens. The Apostle Paul was deeply troubled. Israel, a nation with countless spiritual privileges (Romans 9:4–5), was pursuing salvation through misguided zeal—sincerity, but without knowledge. This disconnect between privilege and understanding brought him profound grief, as seen in Romans 9:1–3. But Paul didn’t stop at sorrow. He turned to intercession. In Romans 10:1, he reveals his response: persistent prayer for Israel’s salvation. He knew that only God could transform hearts. Paul entrusted them to the One who is “able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think” (Ephesians 3:20–21).   Intercessory prayer is a faith-filled action that invites divine intervention and reflects our confidence in God's power to respond. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Some situations weigh heavily on our hearts, leaving us searching for answers. Like Paul, when our souls are stirred by sorrow, confusion, or pain, let it lead us into fervent intercession. Rather than retreating into silence or despair, let us turn our anguish into earnest prayer, trusting that God hears and is able to bring about transformation in ways we cannot yet imagine. PRAYER: Lord Jesus, draw me to my knees when my heart is heavy. Teach me to bring my burdens and others’ needs to You in faith. Amen.   THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 98:   Deuteronomy 23-24 — Purity and Compassion in Society DAILY word study : DESIRE The Greek word for desire  in Romans 10:1 is εὐδοκία (eudokia) , meaning goodwill, pleasure, delight,  or a deep-seated longing. Paul’s desire for Israel’s salvation was not fleeting. It was a persistent, prayer-driven longing shaped by love and truth. True intercession begins with sincere desire—not just duty. In biblical usage, eudokia  often reflects God’s own will ( Luke 2:14 ), and when aligned with prayer, our desires mirror heaven’s concern for souls. Reflection: Ask yourself: What is the true desire of your heart—for yourself, your family, your nation? Intercession flows from what we deeply long for. Lent teaches us to align our desires with God’s, praying for transformation beyond our reach.

Rev. Tetteh Annor-Larbi | April 7 2025 | John 9:1-25 KEY VERSE: ”One thing I do know. I was blind but now I see!” John 9:25 (NIV)   MESSAGE:   We are in a season of spiritual awakening, a time to recognise the areas where we have been blind to God’s truth. In John 9, Jesus heals a man who was born blind, demonstrating that He is the light of the world. The physical healing of the blind man points to a deeper reality—Jesus came to open our spiritual eyes. Many around the blind man questioned his healing, but he knew one thing: he had encountered Jesus, and his life was changed forever. Lent invites us to experience that same transformation. The Pharisees refused to accept what Jesus had done because their hearts were hardened. Even though they had sight, they were spiritually blind. This season calls us to examine our hearts. Are there areas where we resist God's truth? Do pride, doubt, or fear blind us? Lent is a time to humble ourselves, asking Jesus to remove anything that keeps us from seeing Him clearly. True faith is not just about knowing facts but about experiencing Jesus personally. The blind man’s response to Jesus was simple but powerful—he testified to the change in his life. He did not have all the answers, but he knew he had been healed. Lent is an opportunity to deepen our testimony, reflect on how Jesus has changed us, and share His light with others. When we surrender to Christ, He gives us a new vision, helping us to see with faith, hope, and love. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: How far can you see? How deep do you relate with Jesus? Be intentional and build an intimate relationship with Jesus. PRAYER: Lord, open my eyes to see You more clearly. Remove any spiritual blindness in my heart and help me walk in Your light. May this Lenten season draw me closer to You and strengthen my faith in Your power to transform lives. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.   THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 97:*   Deuteronomy 21-22 — Family Laws and Social Justice DAILY word study: BLIND The word blind in Greek is τυφλός (typhlos), which refers both to physical blindness and metaphorically to ignorance, spiritual dullness, or lack of perception. In John 9, blindness is both literal and symbolic. The man is healed physically, but it’s the spiritual blindness of the Pharisees that Jesus confronts most. Their unwillingness to believe what they clearly saw exposed their hardened hearts (John 9:39–41). Scripture consistently warns of the danger of hardened hearts and closed eyes (Isaiah 6:9–10; Matthew 13:13–15). Jesus came to bring light (John 8:12), and seeing Him involves more than physical sight—it takes faith that yields to transformation. Reflection: Ask yourself: In what areas am I refusing to see what Jesus is doing? Surrendering our pride and fear makes room for spiritual clarity. That’s the heart of Lent.

Rev. Tetteh Annor-Larbi | April 6 2025 | 1 Corinthians 9:19-27 KEY VERSE: I discipline my body and keep it under control, lest after preaching to others I myself should be disqualified.” 1 Corinthians 9:27 (NIV)   MESSAGE:   Lent is a season of spiritual discipline, a time when we intentionally draw closer to God through prayer, fasting, and self-denial. Paul compares the Christian life to an athlete in training—one who exercises self-control to win a prize. Just as runners deny themselves comforts to strengthen their bodies, we practice spiritual discipline to grow in holiness. Lent reminds us that faith requires effort; we must be intentional in pursuing Christ, not just drifting through our spiritual journey.   Paul speaks of running with purpose, not aimlessly (1 Cor. 9:26). Many people live without direction, but as followers of Christ, we have a clear goal—eternal life with Him. Lent is a time to evaluate whether we are running with purpose or being distracted by worldly desires. Are we focused on deepening our relationship with Christ, or are we letting complacency take over? Just as an athlete pushes through exhaustion to reach the finish line, we must persevere in faith, relying on God's strength. Discipline is not easy, but it is necessary. Fasting and self-denial during Lent are not about legalism but about training our hearts to desire God more than anything else. Paul warns that even those who preach the gospel must guard their own hearts, ensuring they do not become spiritually disqualified. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: In this season, ask God to refine you, helping you to lay aside every hindrance and run the race with endurance. PRAYER: Lord, help me to run this race with discipline and focus. Teach me to desire You above all things and to train my heart in godliness. Strengthen me to persevere, knowing that the prize of eternity with You is worth it all. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.   THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 96:   Deuteronomy 19-20 — Cities of Refuge and Rules of Warfare DAILY word study : DISCIPLINE The Greek word Paul uses in verse 27 is “hypōpiazō” , which means “to strike under the eye” or “to subdue and train.” It carries the idea of strict personal control for a greater goal. In Paul’s metaphor, athletes deny comfort to win a crown that fades. But the Christian race leads to an eternal reward. Spiritual discipline, then, is not for show or status—it’s about shaping the heart for Christ’s purposes. As stated in 1 Timothy 4:7-8, godliness is gained through practice. Reflection: In this Lenten season, we are not asked to perform—we are called to prepare. What you practice is what you become. Daily habits of prayer, self-control, study, and service are the training grounds of true discipleship.

Rev. Tetteh Annor-Larbi | April 5 2025 | John 6:60-67 KEY VERSE: From this time many of His disciples turned back and no longer followed Him. John 6:66 (NIV)   MESSAGE: During the period of Lent, we reflect on our walk with Christ, examining our commitment to Him. In John 6, Jesus taught that He is the Bread of Life, calling His followers to depend on Him fully. Many found His words too difficult to accept and abandoned Him. Their departure revealed that they followed Him for miracles and blessings, but not for faithful discipleship. Lent challenges us to ask: Do we follow Jesus only when it’s easy, or will we stay even when His teachings challenge us? Peter’s response to Jesus is powerful: “Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life”  (John 6:68). Though he did not fully understand, he knew that life apart from Jesus was empty. Lent is a season of surrender, a time to reaffirm that no matter how hard the path, we choose Jesus. Fasting, prayer, and repentance help us realign our hearts with Him, ensuring we follow not just for blessings but for the truth He offers  FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: As we journey through Lent, let us examine our faith. When challenges come, will we walk away, or will we trust Jesus, even when His ways are difficult? True discipleship means staying with Him through trials, doubts, and sacrifice, knowing that He alone gives life. PRAYER: Lord, strengthen my faith to follow You wholeheartedly. Even when I don’t understand, help me to trust that You are the way, the truth, and the life. Keep me close to You, especially in this season of Lent.” For your dear name’s sake. Amen.   THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 95:   Deuteronomy 17-18 — Laws on Justice, Kingship, and Prophets DAILY word study : TURNED BACK The Greek phrase for “turned back” in John 6:66 is ἀπῆλθον εἰς τὰ ὀπίσω (apēlthon eis ta opisō), meaning “they went away to the things behind” or “withdrew.” It conveys more than physical departure—it reflects an intentional return to a former state, often of unbelief or comfort. In context, the disciples turned back not because of external persecution but because of an internal conflict with Jesus’ hard teachings. This turning back was not just a change in direction—it was a decision against commitment. Theologically, it echoes Israel’s from God when His path seemed too demanding (see Jeremiah 2:13). True discipleship embraces Christ’s words even when they stretch us beyond what’s familiar. Reflection: In seasons of testing, do we walk away or walk deeper? Lent reminds us that following Jesus includes trust, even when understanding is incomplete.

Rev. Enoch Thompson | April 4 2025 | Philippians 2:25-30 KEY VERSE: ²⁹ Welcome him in the Lord with great joy, and honour men like him, ³⁰ because he almost died for the work of Christ, risking his life to make up for the help you could not give me.” Philippians 2:29-30 (NIV)   MESSAGE: The church in Philippi had sent Epaphroditus to assist the Apostle Paul while he was under house arrest for preaching the Gospel. While doing this service, Epaphroditus had fallen seriously ill to the point of nearly dying. As part of Paul’s concerns for the Philippian church, he chose to let Epaphroditus return to them so that their anxiety over him would be removed. Paul instructs them, “ ²⁹ Welcome him in the Lord with great joy, and honour men like him, ³⁰ because he almost died for the work of Christ, risking his life to make up for the help you could not give me.” ( Phil 2:29-30), NIV. The badge of honour for which Epaphroditus was to be enthusiastically and honorably welcomed was that he risked his life in the service of Christ.   Christ risked it all for us by taking on human form and living in our fallen, sinful world. He faced all temptations (without sinning), suffered the jealousy, hatred, and opposition of religious people, and offered Himself on the cross to shed His blood for our salvation. We must risk all of life for Christ. Then, whether by people or by God, we shall be honoured and rewarded.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Resolve to risk all of life for Christ. Let us resolve that nothing will stand in the way of our commitment to serving Christ from this point forward. PRAYER: Lord, how I try to save my skin, and sometimes leave your will rejected and your work undone. Please forgive me and help me form the resolve to risk it all for you, whatever it may mean and demand. For your dear Name’s sake,   Amen.   THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 94 :   Deuteronomy 15-16 — The Year for Canceling Debts; Appointed Festivals DAILY word study: RISKING The Greek word for “risked” in Philippians 2:30 is παραβολεύομαι (paraboleuomai) , which means to expose oneself to danger  or to throw beside —implying complete surrender and vulnerability in pursuit of a mission. Paul uses this rare term to emphasize how Epaphroditus merely travel for a mission—he exposed himself to harm to serve Christ. In the early Church, risking one’s life wasn’t symbolic—it was real. This links to Jesus’ own example in Philippians 2:5–8, where He humbled Himself unto death. To “risk” for Christ means to serve without self-preservation at the center. Reflection: True service in the kingdom involves obedience that might cost comfort, reputation, or even safety. The question is: will we still go?

Rev. Enoch Thompson | April 3 2025 | Philippians 2:19-24 KEY VERSE: ¹⁹ I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, that I also may be cheered when I receive news about you.  ²⁰ I have no one else like him who takes a genuine interest in your welfare. ²¹ For everyone looks out for his own interests, not those of Jesus Christ.” Philippians 2:19-21 (NIV)   MESSAGE: Our reflection today is an invitation to face up to ourselves and to answer the question, “Whose interests am I looking out for?” Consciously or unconsciously, we all approach life situations with certain interests at heart. We certainly must have some self-interest, as when Peter asked the Lord, "We have left everything to follow you! What then will there be for us?" Matt 19:27 (NIV). The new life in Jesus Christ entails blessings that God intends for us to enjoy, and it is in our best interest to recognise these and seek them out. It is when we stop at this point that our interests become unhealthy and ungodly, for they become selfish and inward-looking. We must look out for the welfare of others. Paul had a deep interest in the spiritual growth of the Philippian Christians and was going to send Timothy to gather news about them. Evidently, Timothy had taken after Paul and was expressing a genuine interest in the believers at Philippi. The sad reality was also that other people, who should have shown interest in the Philippian church, were looking out for their own interests rather than those of Christ in these believers in Philippi.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Beyond your valid personal interests, are you looking out for the interests of Christ in the lives of other people that God has brought into your sphere of influence? Reflect and identify people and situations through whom you must express your interests for Christ. PRAYER: Lord, I confess all self-centred, inward-looking, short-sightedness, past and present, and ask that you forgive me. Please help me see beyond myself, to see you, Lord, and to see others in you. Lord, heal your Church of self-interest that is unlike you and neglects those that need our interventions. For your dear Name’s sake, Amen.   THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 93:   Deuteronomy 13-14 — Avoid Idolatry; Clean and Unclean Foods DAILY word study: INTERESTS The Greek word used in Philippians 2:21 is τὰ ἑαυτῶν (ta heautōn) , which literally means “the things of oneself” or “one’s own concerns.” It refers to matters that benefit or affect one’s personal well-being. Paul distinguishes between self-driven motives and Christ-driven concern. While personal well-being isn’t inherently wrong, it becomes a distortion when it overshadows God’s interests in others. Timothy is singled out because his heart mirrors Christ’s—genuinely seeking the spiritual good of others. This echoes Philippians 2:4, where believers are urged to look not only to their own interests but also to the interests of others. Reflection: What defines your focus today—your comfort or Christ’s calling? A Christ-centered life makes room for genuine, sacrificial concern for others, just like Timothy's.

Rev. Enoch Thompson | April 2 2025 | John 6:27-40 KEY VERSE: “Then Jesus declared, "I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry, and he who believes in me will never be thirsty.” John 6:35 (NIV)   MESSAGE: Food is a natural necessity for human beings, and we must eat to survive physically. Satisfying our natural need and appetite for food is so fundamental that we will do whatever it takes to ensure we have food to eat. The quality of the food we eat is also very important to our health and overall well-being. Our Lord Jesus Christ used this natural human need to teach the Jews who followed Him after He had performed one of His miracles of the feeding of the multitudes by multiplying bread and fish. He challenged the reason for their pursuit of Him and linked it to a search for the satisfaction of their natural physical hunger. He pointed them, however, to the need to seek to satisfy the deepest longing of the human soul and to gain eternal satisfaction through faith in Him.   Their recollection of the provision of manna to their ancestors in the wilderness, and their assumption of Moses having been the source of that provision, showed how limited their view of things was. Among them and before them stood the bread of life that came from the Father, yet they could not see it and kept looking for the bread that perishes with use.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: What is your spirituality about? Are you focusing on the material benefits that God can give you, primarily, or are you seeking to find the fullness of life by your relationship with God through Jesus Christ? PRAYER: Dear Father in Heaven, please forgive me for often limiting my relationship with you to getting things that I need for this physical life. I know there are richer blessings that await me in you. Please help me to rise above the limitations of my felt needs, and to reach out for the satisfaction of my real needs in you. For your dear Name’s sake , Amen.   THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 92: Deuteronomy 11-12 — Love and Obey the Lord; Worship Instructions DAILY word study: BREAD The Greek word used in John 6:35 for bread is ἄρτος (artos), meaning “bread” or “food made from flour.” In Jewish culture, it also carried symbolic connotations of nourishment, provision, and sustenance. Jesus calling Himself the bread of life points to both physical and spiritual realities. In the wilderness, Israel received manna—temporary provision. But Jesus offers eternal sustenance for the soul. This declaration echoes Exodus 16, where manna came from heaven, but here Christ proclaims Himself as heaven’s true provision. He’s not offering something temporary; He’s offering Himself as the answer to our deepest hunger. Reflection: To feed on Christ is to believe in Him, follow Him, and receive Him as life’s true source. Ask yourself daily—what am I feeding my soul with?

Rev. Enoch Thompson| April 1 2025 | Romans 7:13-25 KEY VERSE: ²⁴“What a wretched man I am! Who will rescue me from this body of death? ²⁵Thanks be to God — through Jesus Christ our Lord! So then, I myself in my mind am a slave to God's law, but in the sinful nature a slave to the law of sin.” Romans 7:24-25 (NIV)   MESSAGE: We interrupt our devotions in the Book of Acts to attend to the remaining days of Lent into the Easter festivities. Lent is a time of sober reflection, repentance from sin, sacrifice, and self-denial, and a time to seek God’s transforming grace to help us change to reflect what God expects us to be. The power of sin over human nature is so strong that we are almost helpless. The Apostle Paul brings this dominance of sin into the context where the Law, given by God, seemed to have been useless because it failed to curb the tide of human sinfulness. The question comes up, then, why was the Law given? The Law was given to make human sinfulness more sinful, in the sense that when we see sin at work in our lives, even after we have become aware of God’s Law, then we admit that sin is a power that needed a greater power to be subdued in our lives.  It is this sentiment that the Apostle concludes our text with, ²⁴“ What a wretched man I am! Who will rescue me from this body of death? ²⁵ Thanks be to God — through Jesus Christ our Lord!” Jesus Christ and His death on the cross represent a superior power that sets us free and gives us the power, through His resurrection and the Holy Spirit, to live beyond the power of sin.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Are you conscious of your sinfulness or your potential to sinfulness? Have you trusted the Lord Jesus to give you His power to overcome the things that naturally overcome humans? Walk, therefore, in righteousness, for Christ has set us free from the power of sin. PRAYER: Dear Lord Jesus, thank you that you died for my sins to remove the record of my helpless sinfulness, and to free me from the control and power of sin. As I go through this Lent period, please help me to be transformed into a person who works together with you in me to live above the power of sin. For your dear Name’s sake, Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 91:   Deuteronomy 9-10 — God’s Mercy Despite Israel’s Rebellion DAILY word study: WRETCHED The Greek word for wretched  is ταλαίπωρος (talaipōros) , meaning "miserable, afflicted, distressed." It conveys a sense of inner torment and utter desperation. Paul uses wretched  in Romans 7:24 to describe his condition under the weight of sin - recognising the deep struggle within himself. He wasn’t referring to guilt alone, but the utter inability to live righteously by his own strength. This confession is the climax of a tension that finds its resolution in verse 25: Christ alone delivers. Romans 8:1 follows with the hope of “no condemnation.” The theological depth here is clear: true deliverance doesn’t come from effort, but from Christ’s victory. Reflection: When we admit our “wretchedness,” we’re not wallowing—we’re positioning ourselves for grace. It’s the gateway to God’s transforming power in Christ.

Rev. Tse Amable | March 31 2025 | Acts 7:20-30 KEY VERSE: “After forty years had passed, an angel appeared to Moses in the flames of a burning bush in the desert near Mount Sinai.” Acts 7:30 (NIV)   MESSAGE: Yesterday, we learnt that each of us has been given a gift by the Lord, which we must put to use for the benefit of all mankind. We also learnt that our gifts and callings are meant to be manifested at a certain appointed time and season. This was the case with Moses. Even though he felt compelled to begin his assignment as a deliverer, he had to wait 40 years before his time for manifestation arrived. His season of manifestation began after his encounter with the angel. From that encounter, he returned to Egypt with Jehovah’s message: “LET MY PEOPLE GO!”   The same thing happened to Jesus Christ. St. Luke tells us our Lord “ was in the deserts (wilderness) UNTIL THE DAY OF HIS APPEARING TO ISRAEL [THE COMMENCEMENT OF HIS PUBLIC MINISTRY]” Luke 1:80 (AMP).   The Bible says, “To  everything there is a season, and a time for every matter or purpose under heaven ”. It also says God “ has made everything beautiful in its time”  (Ecclesiastes 3:1,11). There is a set time and season for your manifestation to be revealed to the world. Do not run ahead of the Lord’s time. Both Moses and Jesus Christ had to wait for their set time and season. You too must wait.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Does the fact that there is a time and season for your calling to be manifested mean you should be idle? What role does prayer, studying and serving under a mentor play in the full manifestation of your gifting and calling? PRAYER:                  Lord, I pray that you will give me the patience to wait for the season of manifestation. And while I wait, teach me how to occupy myself with the work of God. I pray in Jesus Christ's name. Amen.   THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 90:   Deuteronomy 7-8 — Blessings for Obedience and Warning Against Pride DAILY word study : PASSED The word passed  in Acts 7:30 is translated from the Greek πληρόω (plēróō) , which means “to be fulfilled” or “to complete in full.” It doesn’t merely suggest time moving forward, but time completing its purpose. In Acts 7:30, the reference to “after forty years had passed” is not incidental. Biblically, 40 often marks a period of testing, preparation, or transition—seen in Israel’s wilderness years, Jesus' fasting, and Moses' exile. The passing of time wasn’t wasted; it was God’s classroom. Reflection: God’s timing doesn’t tick by aimlessly. The “passing” of years may be His process of maturing you. Don’t be discouraged by the wait. Stay alert. Stay faithful. Your moment will come.