TRUE FAMILY IN CHRIST
Luke 8:19-21; Matthew 12:46-50
“My mother and My brothers are those who hear the word of God and do it.” – Luke 8:21
Jesus redefines family, not by earthly ties, but by obedience to God’s word. When informed that His mother and brothers were waiting outside, He declared that true family consists of those who hear and follow God’s commands. This teaches us that our spiritual connection to Christ surpasses biological relationships. Being part of God’s family requires more than just knowing His word—it demands a life of obedience, faith, and commitment. A true family in Christ is united by faith, love, and devotion to God’s will, reflecting His grace in their daily lives.
A true family in Christ is characterised by love, unity, and obedience. Unfortunately, these attributes are becoming scarce even in Christian circles as everyone is so concerned about themselves rather than their neighbour. We are to encourage one another in faith, bear each other’s burdens, and walk in righteousness. Just as Jesus prioritised spiritual kinship, we too must cultivate relationships rooted in God’s truth. This means embracing fellow believers as brothers and sisters, living in harmony, and striving for holiness. Are you living as part of God’s family? Obedience to His word is the mark of a true child of God. Commit today to walk in faith and live out His truth.
Prayer
Dear Lord, help me today to commit to a life of obedience to Your word. Amen.
One Year Bible Reading
DAY 214 PSALM 68-69; Romans 3
THE STORM AND THE SAVIOUR
Luke 8:22-25, Matt 8:23-27
“But He said to them, ‘Where is your faith?’” – Luke 8:25
As Jesus and His disciples crossed the sea, a violent storm arose, causing great fear among them. The winds roared, waves crashed into the boat, and the disciples, though experienced fishermen, felt helpless. Meanwhile, Jesus was asleep—not out of negligence, but because of His perfect peace and authority over all things. In their desperation, they woke Him, crying out for help. Jesus rebuked the wind and the waves, and immediately, the sea became calm. His question to them, “Where is your faith?” was a reminder that, even in the fiercest storms, His presence is enough.
This account teaches us that storms come to everyone, even those walking closely with Jesus. But having Him in our boat makes all the difference. His peace can anchor us in life’s most difficult moments. Instead of fear and panic, our response to life’s storms should be faith and trust in His power. Challenges are inevitable, but Jesus remains in control. Will you trust Him when the storms rage? No matter how strong the winds may blow, with Jesus in your life, you can face every trial with confidence, knowing that He is able to bring peace amid chaos.
Prayer
Father, help me to always run to You even in the most difficult times. Amen.
One Year Bible Reading
DAY 215 PSALM 70-72; Romans 4
THE POWER OF A DESPERATE FAITH
Luke 8:40-48
“And He said to her, ‘Daughter, your faith has made you well. Go in peace.’” – Luke 8:48
The woman in this passage had suffered for twelve years, exhausting all options in search of healing. Despite her pain and societal rejection, she refused to give up. Her desperation fueled her faith, pushing her to break through the crowd just to touch the hem of Jesus’ garment. She believed that even the slightest contact with Him would bring healing—and it did. Instantly, her suffering ended, and Jesus, knowing power had gone out from Him, acknowledged her faith. This moment reveals that certain breakthroughs only come when we persistently and desperately reach out to Jesus, refusing to let obstacles hinder us.
Desperate faith compels action. Some situations in life will not change until we exercise bold, insistent faith. Like this woman, we must be willing to press past fear, doubt, and opposition to encounter Jesus. Her healing was not just about physical restoration but also spiritual transformation—Jesus not only cured her but also affirmed her as His daughter. If you have been battling a long-standing challenge, do not give up. Keep seeking, keep believing, and keep pressing in. Jesus sees your faith and responds to those who pursue Him wholeheartedly. Will you reach out to Him today?
Prayer
Father, help me to develop a faith that insists until there is a result. Amen
. One Year Bible Reading
DAY 216 PSALM 73-74; Romans 5
THE PURPOSE OF HIS COMING
Luke 9:51-56
For the Son of man is not come to destroy men’s lives, but to save them. And they went to another village. Luke 9:56
Today’s text shows the reaction of the disciples to the Samaritans when they did not receive Jesus. They asked Jesus if they should call down fire to consume the village because they did not receive Him (Luke 9:54). They did not fully understand His purpose on earth, and felt that since the Samaritans rejected the “Son of God” who had all power and authority, they should be punished. This was the reason they wanted to call down fire. But Jesus’ response to His disciples revealed His true purpose for coming.
The Purpose of Jesus’ coming is to save mankind. It is no news today that there are people who still do not receive Him. It is not our place to fight them or curse them, we are to pray that they come to the knowledge of God and receive the salvation that is available for everyone. The purpose of His coming is not to give us material wealth or prosperity—which many clamour for—the purpose of His coming is to save us from sin. This should also be our primary concern. Do you sometimes get carried away with the cares of this life that you ignore the purpose of His coming? Do you still fight or try to curse (like the disciples in today’s text) those who have not received Jesus? What should be the right approach to unsaved family members and friends based on what you have learnt?
Prayer
Lord, thank you for Your word this morning. Help me to always remember the purpose of your coming, so I can always pray for and not fight those who have not received You. Amen.
One Year Bible Reading
DAY 217 PSALM 75-77; Romans 6
STILL PREACH
Luke 10:1-11
And you will be hated by all for My name’s sake. But he who endures to the end will be saved. Matthew10.22
Rejection is something every believer should be prepared to face, especially when it comes to sharing the good news. Believers who are conversant with evangelism would have experienced this in one way or the other. Having a heart for unsaved souls will urge you to keep speaking to people, no matter how many times you’ve been rejected. Like Paul said in 2 Timothy 4:2, “Preach the word, be instant in season, out of season…” This implies that at all times, we are to keep pushing and continue preaching irrespective of the contempt that may come with it.
Are you easily discouraged when you desire to share God’s word and there is no listening ear? Just like the disciples in our text, we have been sent as messengers to the world. Our duty is to reach out to as many as we can. We may be rejected by some and even hated by others, but in all, let us keep sharing God’s word to as many as we have access to. The duty of preaching requires us to be intentional. Even when we are at places where our mouths can’t speak, our lives should still preach to people around us. 2 Corinthians 3:2 says, “You yourselves are all the endorsement we need, Your very lives are a letter that anyone can read by just looking at you” (MSB). What efforts would you put in today to ensure that you’re continuously preaching the Gospel even though there are rejections?
Prayer
Lord, give me grace and help me to still preach Your word in spite of challenges and rejection. Amen.
One Year Bible Reading
DAY 218 PSALM 78:Romans7
ALL HANDS ON DECK
Luke 10:1-12
“Then He said to them, The harvest truly is great, but the laborers are few; therefore pray the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest” Luke 10:2
A big part of being united and pursuing one goal as believers is working together to achieve that goal. We have a duty as believers to go out and make disciples of every nation (Matthew 28:19), and it is not a one man’s job; it is something we ought to do together. This makes it efficient and effective. From our text, we clearly see the need for more workers. Even though the harvest was much, Jesus still sent out His disciples for the work. This implies that no matter how large the work may be, we must start somewhere. We must all be involved in reaching out. No one is allowed to watch others work while doing nothing. Find where you are most effective and put in the work.
The labourers are few but you are available. As long as you are part of the church, we are part of the labourers and all hands must be on deck. Are you doing what you ought to do? You must be involved in the harvest in one way or the other. Do not say you do not have what to do, find your place and do what you have to do, that is how the work will move and we will win more souls for the kingdom. In what area have you been slacking as a labourer in this harvest?
Prayer
Father, I pray that You send more labourers into Your harvest. I am available to be sent too. Amen.
One Year Bible Reading
DAY 218 PSALM 79- 81:Romans8:1-18
JUST ONE THING
Luke 10:38-42
“But one thing is needed, and Mary has chosen that good part, which will not be taken away from her.” Luke 10:42
In our zealous efforts to serve God effectively, we may fail to prioritise His word. Working with zeal for God is as important as working with the knowledge of God. When Jesus visited the sisters in our text, Martha was all about the preparations in the kitchen, possibly for Jesus, but Mary sat at His feet listening to His words. When Martha complained to Jesus, He responded by saying “Martha, dear Martha, you’re fussing far too much and getting yourself worked up over nothing. One thing only is essential, and Mary has chosen it–it’s the main course, and won’t be taken from her” (Luke 10:41-42, MSB). The word of God is the essential ingredient for spiritual growth.
Our knowledge of God will definitely motivate us to be of service to Him. If you have been so carried away with your duties/services in the house of God that you no longer spend time with God, it is time to take a pause, examine yourself and make up your mind to prioritise your quiet time with God. May we not be like the brethren Paul spoke about in Romans 10:2-3(TPT), “For I know that although they are deeply devoted to God, they are unenlightened. And since they’ve ignored the righteousness God gives, wanting instead to be acceptable to God because of their own works, they’ve refused to submit to God’s faith-righteousness.” Always remember, your walk with God comes first before your work for God. Choose to serve God with knowledge today. How has the study today affected your thoughts for today?
Prayer
Dear Lord, help me to always put Your word first. Amen.
One Year Bible Reading
DAY 220 PSALM 82-84;Romans 8:19-39
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