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Rev (Rtd). Osei Kwabena Nkrahene | April 9 2026 | Acts 25:6-12   KEY VERSE: “But if there is nothing to their charges against me, no one can give me up to them. I appeal to Caesar.”  (Acts 25:11b, ESV)   MESSAGE:   This passage presents us with another revealing court session in Paul’s journey. In it, we see accusations without proof, defence with clarity, and political manoeuvring in the place of straightforward judgment. Yet through it all, the purpose of God continues to move forward. Three things may be observed here. First, the Jews, Paul’s accusers, brought many serious charges against him, but they could not prove them (verse 7). Secondly, Paul answered the charges plainly and firmly. He denied wrongdoing against the law of the Jews, the temple, and Caesar (verse 8). Thirdly, Festus, instead of judging according to the facts before him, proposed that Paul be taken up to Jerusalem for trial there, clearly desiring to do the Jews a favour (verse 9).   Paul, sensing the danger in that course and knowing his rights, appealed to Caesar. He had to remain clear-headed and act wisely. We may also observe that Paul expected a more just hearing under Roman procedure than under the hands of those already determined to destroy him. Religious zeal without truth and justice can become destructive.   Verse 12 tells us that Paul’s appeal was accepted. Once again, we may see the hand of God at work. The Lord had already said that Paul would testify in Rome, and this appeal was one more step toward that end.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: In difficult moments, remain calm, think clearly, and act wisely. Use every rightful means available to you, and trust God to work out His purpose through every step.   PRAYER: Lord Jesus Christ, help me to walk with wisdom and discernment in difficult moments. Help me to remain calm, clear-minded, and faithful when under pressure. Teach me to understand the systems around me and to trust You as You work out Your purpose in my life. Amen.   THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 99: 1 Samuel 22–24 - Learning to Wait for God’s Time DAILY word study: APPEAL Appeal comes from the Greek word epikaleomai, which means to call upon, to invoke, or to make an appeal to a higher authority. In Acts 25:11, the word carries legal force. Paul was invoking his right as a Roman citizen to have his case heard by Caesar. This was not a retreat from faith. It was a wise action taken in a pressured moment. The word shows that trust in God does not cancel thoughtful decisions. God’s servants may still make lawful and careful choices while depending fully on His purpose. Paul’s appeal became one more step in the path by which God’s word concerning Rome would be fulfilled. Reflect on this: When pressure rises, do you only endure the moment, or do you also seek God for the wise step that should be taken?

Rev (Rtd). Osei Kwabena Nkrahene | April 8 2026 | Acts 25:1-5   KEY VERSE: “So,” said he, “let the men of authority among you go down with me, and if there is anything wrong about the man, let them bring charges against him.”  (Acts 25:5, ESV)   MESSAGE:   With the arrival of Festus as the new governor, Paul’s case came up again. The Jewish leaders quickly reopened their case against him and looked for another opportunity to destroy him. Yet beneath the pressure of politics, accusation, and legal process, the sovereign hand of God was still at work. This passage helps us see that even when opposition is active and circumstances are changing, God's purpose remains steady. First, while we may frown on the lack of scruples on the part of the principal men of the Jews, we cannot miss their persistence. Their hatred of Paul had not cooled. Their opposition remained active, and they were ready to press their case again. Secondly, in Acts 23:11, God had already made it clear that Paul would testify in Rome. That word still stood. No scheme, no pressure, and no human hostility was going to derail what God had spoken. Thirdly, we may observe that in His sovereignty, God removed Felix and brought in Festus. At least at this stage, Festus was not ready to act by mere favour. He required that the matter be handled according to proper judicial process, with the accused met openly and the charges stated clearly. So, in the face of determined opposition, the purpose of God for Paul remained intact. The sovereign God was still ordering events in fulfilment of His word.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: The goals and purposes of the sovereign God cannot be thwarted, even by determined evil people and unprincipled leaders. Trust Him to watch over His word and bring His purpose to pass.   PRAYER: Lord God, help us live in the assurance that You do not abandon us and that You watch over Your word to fulfil it. Amen.   THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 98: 1 Samuel 19–21 - God Preserves His Anointed DAILY word study: CHARGES Charges comes from the Greek word katēgoreō, which means to accuse, bring a charge against, or speak publicly against someone in a legal sense. In Acts 25:5, the word belongs to the language of the courtroom. It points to a formal accusation, where claims are brought into the open and examined. That matters here because the gospel messenger was not only facing private hatred. He was being drawn into a public legal process. Yet even there, God remained sovereign. Human accusations may gain a platform, but they do not overturn God's purpose. The court may hear the charges, but Heaven still governs the outcome. Reflect on this: When opposition rises against what God is doing in your life, do you remember that no accusation can overrule His purpose?

Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | April 7 2026 | Acts 24:22-27   KEY VERSE: “But after two years Porcius Festus succeeded Felix; and Felix, wanting to do the Jews a favour, left Paul bound.”  (Acts 24:27, NKJV)   MESSAGE:   After two years of imprisonment, Paul remained in custody, innocent yet bound, because Felix wanted to do the Jews a favour. He was also hoping Paul would offer him money. From a human point of view, Paul may have seemed trapped in a place of delay. Yet God’s purpose was still moving forward. Paul may have been held in chains, but Heaven did not forget him.   There are seasons in life when we feel confined, held in routines, restrained by circumstances, or waiting for a breakthrough. In those moments, it is easy to feel overlooked. But Paul’s story reminds us that God remains present and purposeful in seasons of waiting. Even in custody, Paul still had opportunities to testify, influence others, and stand ready for what was ahead.   This passage teaches us that God’s work in our lives does not stop when progress feels slow. He sees where we are, knows how long we have been there, and continues to work in ways we may not yet understand. What feels like confinement to us may still be a place where His purpose is being formed with patience and strength.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: If you feel held in a difficult place, do not lose heart. God sees you. He knows where you are and how long you have been there. Trust Him in the waiting, and let your faith remain steady even when freedom feels far away.   PRAYER: Father, thank You that I am never forgotten, even when I feel stuck or delayed. Help me trust Your timing and Your purpose in seasons of waiting. Strengthen my heart and give me faith to believe that You are still working, even in the silence. In Jesus’ name, Amen.   THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 97: 1 Samuel 17–18 - God Looks at the Heart DAILY word study: BOUND Bound comes from the Greek word desmios, which means a prisoner, one held in bonds, or one kept under restraint. In Acts 24:27, the word describes Paul’s legal condition, but it does not define his spiritual usefulness. In the wider New Testament, Paul can speak of himself as bound while the word of God continues to move freely. That gives this word deeper weight. A servant of God may be restricted in movement, delayed in plans, or held in difficult conditions, yet still remain within the active purpose of God. What others see as a limitation does not cancel the reach of God’s hand. Reflect on this: Has any place of delay, restriction, or waiting started to define you more than God’s purpose for you?

Rev. Tetteh-Annor Larbi | April 6 2026 | Acts 24:22-27 KEY VERSE: “Go away for now. When I have a convenient time, I will call you.” (Acts 24:25 b, NKJV)   MESSAGE:   Returning to Acts on this Easter Monday, we are reminded that the message of the risen Christ still demands a response, and that a convenient time to obey may never come. As Paul reasoned with Felix about righteousness, self-control, and the judgment to come, Felix became afraid and said, “That is enough for now. You may leave. When I find it convenient, I will send for you.” Felix was confronted with the truth that exposed his life and called for a serious response. Yet he delayed. He waited for a more convenient time, a time that Scripture never shows him taking.   Delay is dangerous in spiritual matters. Felix did not react with open hostility. He postponed responding to what he had heard. That is often how people drift from God’s call. The heart is stirred, conviction is felt, and yet obedience is pushed to another day. But when God speaks, that moment matters. Repentance and surrender are not for a future season of convenience. Felix reminds us that conviction alone is not enough. A troubled heart must become a yielded heart. There are times when delay is not wisdom but resistance. The longer obedience is postponed, the easier it becomes to quiet what God is saying. A convenient time may never come. .   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Is there something God has been pressing on your heart to do? Do not keep postponing your response. Obey while your heart is tender and while the Spirit is speaking. What you delay today may become harder to answer tomorrow.   PRAYER: Lord, I confess the ways I have delayed obedience while waiting for a more convenient time. Help me to respond to Your voice today. Give me the courage to act on what You are calling me to do, and do not let my heart grow dull through delay. I choose to obey You now. In Jesus’ name, Amen.   THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 96: 1 Samuel 14–16 - Obedience Matters More Than Sacrifice DAILY word study: CONVENIENT Convenient comes from the Greek word eukairōs, which means at a suitable time, at a favourable moment, or when the occasion seems right. In Acts 24:25, Felix was not asking for more understanding. He was postponing his response until a time that felt easier for him. The word suggests a season that suits one’s preference or comfort. That is what makes his answer so serious. He wanted the truth on his own terms. But God’s call does not wait for our comfort. A heart that keeps waiting for the perfect moment may keep moving away from the very obedience it knows it should give. Reflect on this: Are you waiting for a time that feels easier, while God is already calling you to respond now?

Rev. Enoch Thompson | April 5 2026 | Matthew 28:1-10   KEY VERSE: “He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay.”  (Matthew 28:6, NIV)   MESSAGE:   At dawn on the first day of the week, the women went to the tomb carrying grief and love. They expected to stand before the sorrowful outcome of the cruel death of their beloved Master, but instead they encountered the power of the resurrection. The stone was rolled away, the tomb was empty, and an angel announced the words that changed everything: “He has risen.”   The resurrection of Jesus was not a fable, a symbol, or a story meant only to inspire. It was a decisive act of God in history. The life of God overcame death. Sin lost its hold, for its penalty had been dealt with at the cross. The Lord Jesus had kept His promise. What looked like the end on Friday was now revealed as the beginning of new life on Sunday.   God chose faithful women as the first witnesses to the resurrection. They were afraid, yet filled with joy, and they obeyed the command to go and tell. On their way, the risen Lord Jesus met them. The resurrection not only leads us to belief but also brings us into an encounter with the risen Saviour and sends us on the mission He assigns.   The empty tomb assures us that God is faithful even when hope seems buried. Because Jesus lives, our faith is alive, our future is secure, and our lives have purpose. Resurrection transforms fear into joy and sorrow into hope.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: In the light of the resurrection, live with hope, trusting that God brings life out of death. Obey faithfully, even when obedience feels uncertain, and share the good news of Christ’s victory over sin and death.   PRAYER: Risen Lord Jesus Christ, thank You that the tomb is empty and hope is alive. Help me to live by the power of the resurrection, faithful, joyful, and bold in witness. May my life reflect the power of Your risen life each day. Amen.   THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 95: 1 Samuel 11–13 - Leadership Confirmed and Compromised DAILY word study : RISEN Risen comes from the Greek word ēgerthē, from egeirō, which means to raise up, awaken, or cause to stand again. In Matthew 28:6, the word is in a form that points to an action done to Jesus by God. It declares that the Father acted in power and vindicated the Son. The resurrection was not a return to ordinary life, like someone resuming what was interrupted. It was the decisive act of God that opened a new order of life beyond the reach of death. This is why the empty tomb is not only proof that Jesus is alive. It is also a declaration that God’s saving work stands complete and victorious. Reflect on this: Are you living as someone who knows that the risen Christ has brought a new kind of life and a living hope into your present?

Rev. Enoch Thompson | April 4 2026 | Matthew 27:57-66   KEY VERSE: “So they went and made the tomb secure by putting a seal on the stone and posting the guard.”  (Matthew 27:66, NIV)   MESSAGE:   Matthew 27:57–66 places us in the quiet space between crucifixion and resurrection. The lifeless body of the Lord Jesus was taken down from the cross and entrusted to Joseph of Arimathea, a man who courageously identified with Him even after His apparent defeat. The tomb became the final visible statement of what the world believed was the end of His story.   Great care was taken to secure the tomb. A heavy stone was rolled into place. A seal signifying Roman authority was set, and guards were posted. The religious leaders believed that by sealing the tomb, they could contain the power of Jesus and prevent any claim of resurrection. What they did not realise was that no human authority or hatred could prevent God’s redemptive plan and power.   For the disciples, the time between the cross and the resurrection was a season of confusion, grief, and silence. The promises of Jesus seemed buried behind the huge stone and guarded by the power of Rome. God appeared quiet, yet Heaven was not disconnected, careless, or inactive. The sealed tomb was not evidence of defeat, but the setting for God’s greatest victory.   There are seasons in our own lives when God seems silent. There are moments when hope feels sealed away, and prayers appear unanswered. But the sealed tomb reminds us that God often works most profoundly when we see the least. Silence does not mean absence. Waiting does not mean abandonment. The tomb was sealed, but only temporarily. What was meant to secure death became the setting for the power of resurrection. God’s purposes cannot be sealed, stopped, or guarded against. Even in the stillness, God is faithful. Hallelujah!   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Determine that you will trust God in your seasons of waiting, even when answers are not yet visible. Refuse to become desperate, remembering that silence does not cancel God’s promises. Stand faithfully, like Joseph of Arimathea, choosing courage even when hope seems lost. Encourage others who are in their “sealed tomb” moments with reminders of God’s faithfulness.   PRAYER: Faithful God, in moments when all seems silent and sealed, help me to trust You. When hope feels buried, and answers are delayed, remind me that You are still at work. Strengthen my faith as I wait on You and teach me to trust Your timing and purposes. I place my hope in You, knowing that what You promise, You will surely fulfil. Amen.   THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 94: 1 Samuel 8–10 - Wanting a King Like the Nations DAILY word study : SEALED Sealed comes from the Greek word sphragizō, which means to seal, secure, mark with authority, or make officially closed. In the ancient world, a seal did more than close an object. It declared ownership, authority, and legal force. In Matthew 27:66, the sealing of the tomb expressed the full weight of human power trying to make death final and unchangeable. Yet the very act meant to shut the matter forever only highlighted how completely the situation rested beyond human hands and entirely within God’s power. Reflect on this: What people try to close, limit, or control can never overrule God's purpose.

Rev. Enoch Thompson | April 3 2026 | John 19:1-18   KEY VERSE: “Carrying his own cross, he went out to the place of the Skull (which in Aramaic is called Golgotha).” (John 19:17, NIV)   MESSAGE:   The crucifixion of the Lord Jesus Christ, together with His resurrection, stands at the centre of the gospel. John 19:1–18 brings us face to face with the brutal reality of the crucifixion. This passage does not soften Jesus' suffering. It presents the cost of redemption with solemn honesty. Jesus is mocked, beaten, crowned with thorns, rejected by the crowd, and condemned by earthly authority. Yet through it all, He remains silent and resolute. The injustice of the scene is striking. Though Pilate finds no guilt in Him, Jesus is handed over to be crucified. The cries of “Crucify him!” reveal the depth of human brokenness and the ease with which truth is exchanged for convenience. Still, Jesus did not resist. He carried His own cross, willingly embracing the path that led to death. At the heart of the crucifixion was not human power, but divine purpose. What appeared to be defeat was, in fact, victory unfolding. The suffering of the Lord Jesus was not accidental. It was intentional. He stood in our place, bearing the weight of sin, shame, and judgment so that we might be reconciled to God. The cross reveals the seriousness of sin and the immeasurable depth of God’s love. The Lord Jesus was crucified, not because He was guilty, but because He was obedient to the will of the Father. In His silence, we see submission to the Father’s will. In His suffering, we see grace poured out for the world. The crucifixion calls us to more than reflection. It calls us to wholehearted submission. To look upon the cross is to be confronted with the question: how will we live in light of such love?   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Reflect daily on the cost of Christ’s sacrifice with gratitude and humility. Lay down all pride and self-interest, choosing obedience to God even when it is costly. Carry your cross by living faithfully and sacrificially in love toward God and toward others. Share the gospel, remembering that the cross is the pathway to redemption and new life.   PRAYER: Lord Jesus Christ, I stand in awe of Your suffering and love displayed at the cross. Thank You for willingly carrying my burden and enduring what I could not. Help me never to take Your sacrifice lightly. Shape my life by the power of the cross, that I may walk in humility, obedience, and love. May my life bear witness to the grace I have received through You. Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 93: 1 Samuel 4–7 - The Lord Is Not Contained DAILY word study: CROSS Cross comes from the Greek word stauros, which referred to an upright wooden stake or cross used as an instrument of execution. In the Roman world, the cross was a sign of shame, punishment, and public humiliation. It was meant to break the body and disgrace the person. When John says Jesus carried His own cross, the statement holds deep weight. The Lord of glory walked beneath the symbol of rejection and death, fully embracing the path appointed for our redemption. What the world used as an instrument of disgrace, God used as the place where sin was judged and grace was opened to sinners. Reflect on this: When you look at the cross, do you see only suffering, or do you also see the holy purpose Christ embraced for your salvation?

Rev. Enoch Thompson | April 2 2026 | Matthew 24:36-44   KEY VERSE: “Therefore keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come.” (Matthew 24:42, NIV)   MESSAGE:   Before going to the cross, the Lord Jesus pointed beyond the cross and the resurrection to the time of His return, when He will gather His faithful followers to be with Him forever. He made it clear to His disciples that the timing of His return was unknown. This truth was not meant to create fear, but to shape how His followers live.   As in the days of Noah, life may continue as usual, yet many remain unprepared for God’s intervention. Believers are therefore called to be watchful and ready. Watchfulness does not mean withdrawing from daily life. It means living with spiritual alertness. Readiness is seen in faithful obedience, hearts aligned with God, and priorities shaped by eternity. Two people may be doing the same work, yet only one is ready. The difference lies in the condition of the heart. Jesus calls us to live each day with faithfulness and trust, knowing that our lives matter before God. We stay ready for the coming of the Lord, not by knowing the time, but by walking closely with Him until He comes.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Stay spiritually alert through prayer and God’s Word. Live faithfully in your daily responsibilities. Examine your priorities in light of eternity. Commit yourself to encouraging others to live with hope and readiness.   PRAYER: Lord Jesus, You have called us to watch and be ready, not with fear, but with faithful hearts. Help us to live each day aware of Your presence and committed to Your purposes. Guard us from complacency and distraction. Shape our lives so that when You come, You will find us trusting, obedient, and ready. Keep our hope alive and our faith steady until that day. Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 92: 1 Samuel 1–3 - God Calls Those Who Listen DAILY word study: WATCH The word, 'watch' comes from the Greek word grēgoreō, which means to stay awake, remain alert, or be spiritually vigilant. In Matthew 24:42, this word points to sustained alertness rather than a moment of alarm. It was often used for someone who stayed awake on duty and did not let sleep overtake them. In the teaching of Jesus, it carries the sense of spiritual attentiveness, a heart that stays awake to God, responsive to His will, and mindful of His coming. It is the opposite of dullness, carelessness, and inward drift. Reflect on this: Is your heart staying awake to God, or have familiarity and distraction made you less watchful?

Rev. Enoch Thompson | April 1 2026 | Luke 22:14-23   KEY VERSE: “This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you.”  (Luke 22:20, NIV)   MESSAGE:   At His final meal with the disciples, Jesus spoke not of escape from suffering, but of establishing a covenant. The bread and the cup, which were part of the Jewish Passover meal, took on new meaning. The bread became His body given, and the cup became His blood poured out. Through His sacrifice, Jesus established a new covenant, not written on stone, but sealed with His own life. This new covenant is deeply personal. Jesus said His blood was poured out “for you.” It brings forgiveness, restoration, and a renewed relationship with God, secured not by repeated sacrifices, but by Christ’s once-for-all offering. It is sobering that even in this sacred moment, betrayal was present. Jesus said, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you. But the hand of him who is going to betray me is with mine on the table.” (Luke 22:20-21, NIV) Grace and treachery shared the same table. The meal of the new covenant calls each disciple, and each of us, to examine the heart. Will we receive Christ’s covenant with obedience, or will we resist it with divided loyalty? The Lord’s Supper invites us not only to remember, but also to reflect and to live as people shaped by Christ’s sacrificial love.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Remember Christ’s sacrifice with gratitude. Examine your heart for any divided loyalties. Extend forgiveness and grace as you have received them. Serve others with Christlike love.   PRAYER: Lord Jesus, thank You for the new covenant sealed by Your blood. Thank You for giving Yourself fully so that I might be forgiven, restored, and brought near to God. As I remember Your sacrifice, search my heart and reveal anything that draws me away from You. Help me to live as a person in covenant, faithful, loving, and obedient. May my life reflect the grace I have received through You. Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 91: Ruth 1–4 - Faithfulness, Redemption, and God’s Quiet Work DAILY word study: COVENANT Covenant comes from the Greek word diathēkē, which refers to a solemn arrangement, pledge, or binding commitment established with purpose and force. In Luke 22:20, this word points to more than an agreement between equals. In Scripture, covenant often refers to a relationship established by God and secured by His initiative. Here, Jesus declares that the new covenant is in His blood. That means His death is not only sacrificial, but covenantal. His blood brings into being a new relationship marked by forgiveness, nearness, and belonging to God. Reflect on this: Are you living as one who has truly been brought near to God through the covenant Christ sealed with His own blood?

Rev. Enoch Thompson | March 31 2026 | John 15:12-17   KEY VERSE: “Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”  (John 15:13, NIV)   MESSAGE:   The gospel is the expression of the love of God toward us, and the gospel both empowers us and calls us to love our fellow human beings.   In John 15:12–17, the Lord Jesus spoke to His disciples with deep intimacy and urgency. These words were given on the eve of His suffering, as He prepared them for life without His physical presence. At the heart of His teaching was a simple yet demanding command: “Love each other as I have loved you.” This love is not defined by emotion, convenience, or personal preference. The Lord’s own example defines it. To help the disciples understand this command and pursue it faithfully, the Lord explained the basis of the command: “You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit, fruit that will last.”   The Lord Jesus pointed to the highest expression of love, self-sacrifice. Though the disciples did not yet fully grasp it, He was speaking of the cross, where He would lay down His life for them and for lost humanity. His love is intentional, costly, and unconditional.   Our calling to love is not accidental. We are a chosen people, sent to produce lasting fruit through lives shaped by Christlike love. This love glorifies God, strengthens the community of believers, and bears witness to the world. To obey Christ’s command to love is not optional. It is the defining mark of discipleship. Love binds us to Christ, to one another, and to God’s redemptive purpose.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Show love through tangible acts of kindness and sacrifice. Serve others selflessly, without expecting reward or recognition. Encourage, forgive, give, and remain faithful in love.   PRAYER: Lord Jesus, thank You for loving us with a love that gives, sacrifices, and endures. Teach us to love one another as You have loved us. Remove selfishness, pride, and fear from our hearts, and fill us with Your Spirit so that we may bear lasting fruit. Help us to live as Your friends, walking in obedience and reflecting Your love in all we do. Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 90: Judges 17–21 - When Everyone Does What Seems Right DAILY word study: FRIENDS Friends comes from the Greek word philoi, from philos, meaning "dear companions", "beloved ones," or "those held in close affection." In the world of the New Testament, friendship conveyed loyalty, openness, and mutual trust. When Jesus used this word, He was lifting His disciples into a relationship of nearness shaped by revelation and obedience. In the next verse, He says He has made known to them what He heard from the Father. That means His friendship is not built on sentiment alone. It includes shared knowledge of His will and privileged participation in His mission. Reflect on this: Are you responding to Jesus only as Lord from a distance, or also as the One who brings you near in trust, obedience, and fellowship?

Rev. Enoch Thompson | March 30 2026 | John 13:1-17   KEY VERSE: “Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should wash one another’s feet.”  (John 13:14, NIV)   MESSAGE:   Our natural human mindset, shaped by the wrong psychology of self-assertion, teaches us to preserve our dignity by seeking to be served rather than to serve. This way of thinking stands in sharp contrast to the message of John 13:1–17, which draws us into one of the most striking moments in the ministry of our Lord Jesus Christ. On the night before His crucifixion, fully aware that His hour had come and that all authority had been given to Him, the Lord Jesus did something no one expected. He laid aside His outer garment, wrapped a towel around His waist, and began to wash His disciples’ feet. Foot-washing was the task of the lowest servant in the household. Yet Jesus, the Son of God, deliberately chose the place of a servant. By this action, the Lord Jesus taught His immediate disciples, and teaches us today, that true greatness in God’s kingdom is expressed through humility and service. Jesus did not lose authority by serving. Rather, He revealed the very nature of divine leadership. Peter’s resistance to the Lord washing his feet is another expression of the same wrong way of thinking, one that places confidence in self-sufficiency and resists receiving help or service from another. Like Peter, we often feel uncomfortable receiving grace, especially when it exposes our need and dependence. The Lord Jesus clearly stated His intention in what He had done. He had set an example of humility and service that He expected His disciples, and all who follow Him, to emulate. He concluded with both a promise and a challenge: “Now that you know these things, you will be blessed if you do them.” Blessing follows obedience. When we choose humility over pride and service over status, we walk in the joy and blessing of our Lord Jesus Christ.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE: Make up your mind that, in your desire to live a life of humility and service, you will go to places where service is needed, not merely where recognition is given. Step toward the overlooked, the struggling, and the forgotten. Be willing to lower yourself in order to lift someone else.   PRAYER: Lord Jesus, thank You for loving us to the end and showing us the way of humility. Wash our hearts from pride and self-importance. Teach us to serve with joy, love, and sincerity. Help us to see others through Your eyes and to follow Your example daily. May our lives reflect Your servant heart and bring glory to Your name. Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 89: Judges 13–16 - Strength Misused and Grace Remembered DAILY word study: WASHED Washed comes from the Greek word niptō, which means to wash a part of the body, especially the hands or feet. In John 13:14, this word refers to Jesus' deliberate action of washing His disciples’ feet. The Lord and Teacher took the place of a servant and served those who followed Him. His action was not an empty ritual. It was a living lesson in humility, love, and servant leadership. Jesus showed that greatness in God’s kingdom is revealed, not by position, but by willing service. Reflect on this: Are you willing to serve others in ways that require humility, love, and selflessness?

Rev. Tse Amable | March 29 2026 | Matthew 21:1-11   KEY VERSE: “Say to Daughter Zion, ‘See, your king comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey....” (Matthew 21:5, NIV)   MESSAGE:   Jesus Christ entered Jerusalem in a manner that fulfilled prophecy and revealed the kind of King He is. As He approached the city, He sent two of His disciples to bring a donkey and a colt. This was not a random choice. Matthew makes it clear that this took place in fulfilment of the word spoken through the prophet Zechariah concerning Zion’s King coming in humility. Jesus came as the promised King, yet He entered with gentleness and peace. The crowd responded with excitement. They spread their cloaks on the road, cut branches from the trees, and shouted, “Hosanna to the Son of David.” Their words echoed Psalm 118 and showed that they recognised Jesus Christ as the One who came in the name of the Lord. Even so, many of them did not fully understand the nature of His kingdom. They welcomed Him with praise, but they had not yet understood that the path before Him would lead to the cross. This passage teaches us a few lessons. First, Jesus Christ is the promised King. His entry into Jerusalem happened according to Scripture, reminding us that God’s Word stands sure and His purposes never fail. Secondly, Jesus Christ is the King of humility and peace. He did not come in the style of earthly rulers who depend on outward force. His kingdom is of a different kind, just as He later told Pilate. Thirdly, true honour must be joined to true submission. It is possible to praise Jesus with the lips and still not obey Him in the heart. The Lord Himself asked, “Why do you call me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ and do not do what I say?” Lastly, the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem calls every person to answer the question the city asked, “Who is this?” That remains the great question for every heart.   FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE : Who is Jesus Christ to you? Is He only someone you admire, or is He truly your King? The crowd welcomed Him with branches and words of praise, but true discipleship calls for more than public excitement. It calls for faith, obedience, and surrender. Have you bowed your heart to the King who came in humility and who was later exalted by the Father above every name?   PRAYER: Father, I thank You for sending Jesus Christ, the promised King, in fulfilment of Your Word. Help me to honour Him not only with my lips but with my life. Teach me to submit to His rule, walk in obedience, and follow Him with true faith. In Jesus Christ’s name, Amen. THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING. SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!! The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING Day 88: Judges 10–12 -God Responds to a Cry for Help DAILY word study : HOSSANA Hosanna comes from a Hebrew expression that means “save now” or “save, we pray.” In Matthew 21:9, the people cried, “Hosanna to the Son of David.” They were welcoming Jesus as the promised King and calling for salvation. Their words echoed Psalm 118 and revealed their hope that deliverance had come. Even so, many in the crowd did not yet understand the full nature of His mission. Jesus came not to take an earthly throne at that moment, but to go to the cross and accomplish the salvation they truly needed. Reflect on this: Do your words of praise rise from a heart that is fully yielded to Christ the King?