Being persecuted for Christ is not merely a historical fact but also remains a present reality. If they persecuted Christ, His followers should not expect any less.

Are you a peacemaker? Our Lord commands us to go into a world that is ugly with violence and hate; first to reconcile people with God and then with one another.

A pure heart – a beautiful heart that tries to be in alignment with divine principles and standards, is within everyone reach if we learn how to cultivate it.

Whereas the aggregate stock of merciful people in the world is on a downward spiral, the merciful God expects His people to be clothed with mercy because at one time, everyone of us would need to be shown mercy.

In an increasingly secularised and capitalistic world with conflicting worldviews and value systems, there is an urgent need for devout Christians to hunger and thirst God’s kingdom and righteousness.

In a world full of self-conceit, arrogance and self-centeredness, God is calling every one of us to conform to Christ’s character of meekness.

Instead of shunning mourning, let’s appreciate its theological context, acknowledging the reality of human suffering while affirming faith in God’s sovereignty and Providence.

The Bible teaches that acknowledging one’s spiritual need is the first step towards experiencing the fullness of God’s sovereignty.

In the contemporary world where people are desperately searching for crowds that can crown them kings, God is reminding us that true leadership requires swimming against the tide of populism and instead focusing on God’s will.

Are you feeling discouraged because you don’t seem to see fruit from your ministry? Don’t lose heart because your labour is not in vain. At the right time, there will be a great harvest.