Grace, a divine favor, showers upon us without merit or toil; it is a gift bestowed, not earned. God, in His boundless mercy, bestows upon us His grace, a concept often encapsulated in the acronym ‘God’s riches at Christ’s expense.’ Within His grace lies the sufficiency to guide, correct, and mentor us. Yet, grace can…
One of the most distinctive aspects of the Christian faith is the profound concept of forgiveness. Jesus, our Lord, extends the gift of forgiveness to all, and while it comes freely to us, it comes at a great cost to Him. The question then arises: Do we truly embrace and practice forgiveness in our lives?…
In the pages of the Bible, a powerful and unwavering command echoes through the ages: “Love.” It’s not just a suggestion or a gentle nudge; it’s a commandment that forms the very foundation of our existence. We are called to love God and love one another, and this isn’t merely a mission statement; it’s a…
“I have been crucified with Christ, and it is no longer I who live, but it is Christ who lives in me” (Galatians 2.20).
In Mathew 15: 21-28, Mathew records the inspiring story of a woman whose faith transcended boundaries and obstacles, earning her the title of a “woman of great faith.” It’s intriguing to note that Jesus had previously labeled Peter as a person of “little faith,” yet this woman received the highest praise for her unwavering belief.…
Someone said, ‘A life of faith is inherently a life of risk.’ Throughout the Bible, countless stories of individuals stepping into the unknown, driven by their unwavering faith, stand as testaments to this principle.
In the gospels, Jesus encourages His followers not to fear because He is not only with them but also has authority over all things. ‘Do not fear’ is a command to trust in God’s sovereignty and his provision.
“The harvest is plentiful, but the labourers are few; therefore ask the Lord of the harvest to send out labourers to his harvest.” Matthew 9:37,38
In our gospel reading today, we see Jesus healing a woman who had been suffering from hemorrhages for twelve years and raising the daughter of the Synagogue leader from the dead. Both these two miracles are mentioned together and they carry important lessons about our Lord Jesus. Jesus presents himself as available to all. The…
The Trinity is a concept that is impossible for any human to fully understand. God is infinitely greater than we are; therefore, we should not expect to be able to understand Him completely. Even after the incarnation of the Lord Jesus, it is still incomprehensible for the human mind to know God totally. Which means…