My dearly beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, I greet and bless you all in the Name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Let us take this verse from the book of Jeremiah 17:17, “You are my hope on the day of doom.”
My dear brothers and sisters, this verse reminds us that in the day of trouble, the Lord is our refuge. Often, when hardships come into our lives, people tend to seek relief in worldly pleasures. When difficulties or famine arise in a person’s life, they may be found in places like a bar or engaging in temporary pleasures, trying to forget their worries. You might hear them say, “Nothing good is happening in my life. I’m depressed, mentally exhausted, and drinking to forget my worries.” Some even turn to harmful habits like drugs, offering the excuse that it helps them escape their problems. But what does the Bible say? It tells us that in times of trouble, we should turn to the Lord, for only He can truly rescue us from our situations. So, I urge you to take this good counsel. When hardships come, come to the Lord. As the verse says, “You are my hope on the day of doom.”
Surrender yourself to the Lord. I remember in my youth, when I faced problems, I would go to the church and sit in front of the cross. Coming from a Roman Catholic background, I remember the church doors being open from morning until evening. I would go, sit before the cross, and pour out my heart silently. My mouth wouldn’t speak, but my eyes would fill with tears. I didn’t know many prayers, but I would say the ones I had learned. After a while, the tears would stop, and I would leave feeling lighter, not knowing where my burdens had gone. Somehow, the problems would resolve themselves.
Even now, when I face struggles, I close my door, sit quietly, and cry. Sometimes, when we’re in trouble, we don’t have the words to pray. But if you sit silently before the Lord, you’ll feel a great peace. And when you step out, you’ll witness miracles in those very areas you cried about. This is what the verse means, “You are my hope on the day of doom.” There’s no need to turn to sinful activities, drink, or roam around seeking temporary relief. Instead, go to the Lord. Go to your room, close the door, sit quietly, or go to any church and sit at the foot of the cross. There’s power in that experience. Only if you try it will you understand. Today, I offer this counsel to you: when trouble comes, seek refuge in the Lord. He will do great things for you.
PRAYER:
Dear Lord, we thank You. I bless all these dear children in the name of Jesus. Thank You, Lord, for surrounding them with Your grace. In times of trouble, let them not run here and there seeking sinful pleasures. Instead, let them come to You and fall at Your feet for a permanent solution to their problems. Let them receive this counsel from Your Word and be blessed. May they enjoy good health and prosper in all things, just as their soul prospers. In Jesus’ Name, we pray.
Amen.
Dearly beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, I greet and bless you all in the Name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Let us reflect on the verse from the book of Isaiah 42:3: “A bruised reed He will not break, and smoking flax He will not quench; He will bring forth justice for truth.”
In this verse, we see that the reed has been bruised, indicating that it has become weak and is on the verge of breaking. But the Lord says that even though your strength may be waning and you may feel as though you are about to break, He will revive and restore you. Our God is one who will protect and rejuvenate the weak and bruised reed that is nearly broken. As another verse assures us, “They will still bear fruit in their old age; they will stay fresh and green.” This means that even in old age, we can receive renewed strength and vitality. Whether you feel weak, whether your business or ministry is struggling, or whether your education seems to be faltering, God is ready to revive and restore it.
Furthermore, God will not quench a smoking flax. If a flax is smoking, it signifies that it is on the brink of being extinguished. But if it is burning, it means the light is still present. If any part of your body is functioning weakly or is on the verge of failing, such as your lungs, liver, brain, or kidneys, God is capable of renewing and revitalizing those organs. He will not let them be extinguished but will restore them to health. God will also bring forth justice for truth. He will address any injustices you have faced. Whether it is in court cases, family disputes, or false accusations, God will assess and bring justice to you.
PRAYER:
Dear Lord, we thank You. We ask that You intervene and bless those who are on the verge of breaking, whether it be their businesses, ministries, or jobs. May You revive them and restore them to wholeness. We also pray for the organs in their bodies that are failing; protect them and renew their function as You have promised. As You have said, “Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth.” Renew all things, Lord. Reveal the truth about those who are suffering injustice, and let justice be done in their lives. For those who are crying out for justice, let Your righteousness prevail in all their matters.
In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.
My dearly beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, I greet and bless you all in the Name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. May the name of the Lord be glorified. Today, let us read from the book of Deuteronomy 18:2, which says, “The Lord is their inheritance, as He had said to them.”
My dear brothers and sisters, today the Lord says that He alone is your inheritance. When Joshua divided the land of Canaan among the twelve tribes of Israel, one tribe, the tribe of Levi, was not given a specific portion of land. Instead, God Himself became their inheritance. My dear children of God, imagine this great blessing: instead of a portion of land, if the Lord Himself is your inheritance, it is far greater.
The fat portions given as an inheritance to the tribe of Levi were not just material things. God Himself was with them and took the place of an ambassador for them. Today, God is looking at you and saying that you are all priests. This means God Himself is your portion, your wealth, and your property. So, to those of you who say, “I have no wealth, no property in my native place, no house of my own, and no business place,” and to those who have spent all their income on rent, the Lord is telling you today that He Himself is your property and inheritance. Therefore, tell the Lord, “Yes, Lord, You are our portion, our property. You are our permanent, unshakeable property in this world and in the world to come. You alone are our inheritance.”
If you say, “Lord, You are my portion, my property, and my inheritance,” God will bless you with more than you have asked for. As the scripture says, “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” (Matthew 6:33) The Lord will give you the property you desire. Consider that being with the Lord is the greatest wealth. If there is one who will never disappoint or deceive you, it is the Lord. He is the most reliable and permanent inheritance. Today, if you have placed your trust in worldly possessions, turn to the Lord and declare, “Lord, You are my property, my wealth, my inheritance, my strength, and my life.” God will then give you the inheritance you have never even asked for and establish you in ways you never imagined.
PRAYER: Dear Lord, we thank You. In the name of Jesus, I bless all Your children. Lord, there is no greater blessing than what comes from You. You hold all blessings in Your hands. You have life, fortune, and treasure with You. It is You, O Lord, who gives us generations and descendants, who grants us permanent inheritance. You are our wealth, our treasure, our property. We accept You as our portion and our wealth. Do all things for Your children that they need, and as they give You first place and priority in their lives, may they inherit the best You have for them.
In Jesus’ Name, we pray.
Amen.
My dearly beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, I greet and bless you all in the Name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. May the name of the Lord be glorified. Let us read from the book of Numbers 17:5, “And it will be that the rod of the man whom I choose will blossom.”
My dear brothers and sisters, God said that the rod He chooses will bloom. So, the twelve tribes of Israel brought similar rods before Moses, and among the twelve rods was the rod of Aaron. Moses brought all the rods before the Lord as a testimony. The next day, Moses went to see the rods, and behold, the rod of Aaron, from the house of Levi, had sprouted, put forth buds, produced blossoms, and yielded ripe almonds. So, God once again says, “The rod of the one whom I choose will blossom.” Therefore, if you feel you are not among those whom God has chosen, immediately ask the Lord to include your name in that list. Then your life, too, will bloom, putting forth buds and yielding ripe almonds, even in the darkest of nights.
The time for your blooming will come. However, in that moment of growth, someone may try to hinder you, as if pouring acid on you to destroy you right as you are about to blossom. But today, if you find yourself among those whom God has chosen, you will bloom and spring forth even in the night. In a single night, God can cause you to blossom, no matter how dry or dead you may feel. He can breathe new life into what seems like a dead twig or dry bone. All you need to do is one thing: tell the Lord, “I have gone far from You. It is true that You have chosen me. It is true that You have called me. It is true that You have redeemed me. But I have missed You, Lord. Please include my name in the list of those whom You have chosen.”
If you come to the Lord this morning, your life will bloom. Your healing will soon spring forth. Remember the day Ruth came to the Lord for refuge. The Bible tells us that Boaz said to her, “Because you did not go after the young men and because you were virtuous and kept your testimony, all the people of the town know that you are a virtuous woman.” God restored her ruined life. He provided all that she needed. He blessed her with a good marriage, a strong lineage, and a life full of His favor. Just as God caused her life to blossom, He will do the same for you. The time for your blossoming has begun.
Prayer: Dear Lord, we thank You for this good counsel that You have given. Lord, for those who are in the list of the chosen, we come and stand before You. Please include our names in that list. Cause our lives to bloom. Let their business, ministry, education, and family lives bloom. Lord, replant those whose lives have been plucked out. Rebuild those whose lives have been knocked down. Let all good and glorious events be conducted by You in their homes. Bless them with good generations and descendants. Make them honorable people on the face of this earth.
In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.
My dearly beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, I greet and bless you all in the Name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. May the Lord bless you. The auspicious word that God gives you today is from the book of 1 Samuel 2:30, “For those who honor Me, I will honor.”
My dear brothers and sisters, everyone expects to live an honorable life, and this is not wrong. Nobody should despise or dishonor you. All should honor you. This is what many of us desire. It’s not wrong to think that way. But if you want what you expect to come to pass, then you need to follow the formula given in the Bible, as found in today’s word: “For those who honor Me, I will honor.” In other words, when you honor the Lord first, you will find favor from God and receive honor from others. The verse emphasizes that only if God honors you, people will honor you. Therefore, honoring the Lord is of great importance. Some people may seek worldly honor for money or even buy degrees for status, but you cannot buy honor from God with money.
One way to honor God is by sharing what He has done in your life as a testimony. Your testimony honors God. Additionally, when you walk uprightly, others will notice and say, “This is how a Christian should be.” In that way, you honor God with your life. However, when you follow your own desires and live in a way contrary to God’s will, people will say, “Is this person a Christian?” Their words will dishonor God. On the other hand, if people speak highly of your good character and behavior, God will be honored. You should strive to honor the Lord through your actions and lifestyle.
In some families, children may earn a bad name, and in turn, the family’s name is dishonored. People may say, “This person has brought shame to their family.” In the same way, God should not feel dishonored by your actions. From now on, make a change in your life so that God will not be put to shame or disgrace because of your behavior. Honor the Lord by giving Him priority and importance in your life, including church activities. Give importance to attending church. If you say you honor the Lord but don’t go to church, your attitude is wrong. This brings dishonor to God. God clearly says, “Do not do anything for your personal pleasure on this Holy Day of Mine.” Do not walk in your own ways. Instead, seek the Lord and come to His house of prayer. Go to church to worship the Lord in truth and spirit. Don’t stay home because there is no ministry to do. Failing to honor the Lord on Sundays, the Lord’s Day, is dishonorable. If you honor Him on this day, God will honor you in return and place you in an honorable position.
Prayer:
Dear Lord, we thank You. You have said, “For those who honor Me, I will honor.” I pray for those children who have distanced themselves from their relationship with God and from church activities. May they change their attitude and turn back to the Lord, restoring their relationship with You and participating in church activities. As a result, may they receive honor from You, Lord. Grant them worldly honor and all the blessings of this life. Lord, let them not be put to shame. Honor them in the very places where they were once shamed. Lift their heads high, make their name great, and fill their lives with pride and honor. In Jesus’ Name, we pray.
Amen.
