Lent Devotional: Day 28From Failure to RestorationRev. John R. A. Simeon The steps of a man are established by the LORD, when he delights in his way; though he fall, he shall not be cast headlong, for the LORD upholds his hand. (Psa 37:23-24) Recently I read an account of a boy from a small …
Lent Devotional: Day 27Faith in the Unknown: Trusting God in Every SeasonMr. Surender Pokhal “For we walk by faith, not by sight.” – 2 Corinthians 5:7 Faith is more than belief; it is trusting God even when we cannot see the full picture. Often, we long for clear answers and visible signs before taking a …
Lent Devotional: Day 26What is your alabaster?Mrs. Sonia Daniel A sinner’s encounter with JesusSimon of Bethany invited Jesus at his house, as per the customs of the times, the host/designated person should wash the feet of the guest, kiss them, anoints them before meals, amongst others such customs. However, Simon fails to honour these customs, …
Lent Devotional: Day 25Must Jesus Bear the Cross Alone?Rev. Dr. David Mende Mark 15:24 – And they crucified him. Mark did not explain much about the crucifixion because his readers knew how awful this form of punishment was. Marcus Tullius Cicero, a Roman statesman, orator, lawyer, and philosopher, said that crucifixion is the “most cruel …
Lent Devotional: Day 24Thirst for GodRev. Dr. Samuel Richmond Bible Passage: Psalm 42:2 “My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God?” St. Augustine, a renowned theologian, once said, “God has made us for Himself, and our hearts are restless until they find rest in Him.” Blaise …
Lent Devotional: Day 23Biblical examples of fastingJ.N. Manokaran There is a church tradition like Lent when people fast for 40 days before Easter. Seasons of fasting and prayer are essential to take stock of our spiritual life and progress.