Today's thought - 21 January 2026

 

Last night the Holy Spirit placed this verse in my head and I have been meditating on it this morning. Two things I believe springs out of this. Now first and foremost is God who created everything. Every day I stand in awe of His creation and the beauty that lies in it. Every person so wonderfully and perfectly designed and created out of His love. Yet, we often mis this simple thing that is really beyond man’s understanding. 

How it all works and how wonderful our bodies are made. Secondly God wants us to know that we stand at the beginning. A new year lies before us and new seasons are opening for us. It is the beginning of many great things that will happen this year and I am truly excited at what awaits me and what God has planned for us. 

My dear friend, this year is going to be an awesome year and as we marvel at the wonders of God’s works we are reminded that the creator of heaven and earth are the one who wants hope and a future for each of us. So, step into today and into this year as we embrace God’s will and His ways. Be strong and courageous for it is going to be a year of wonders. 

Have an awesome day.

Today's thought - 18 January 2026

 

And then he told them, “Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone.” How many times do we read or hear this and we think it is for those guys who work in ministry and go out on missions. You know those weird guys who go to funny places and just preach. I guess it is similar to work and your manager asks you to do work that is not your work but someone else’s and you get upset and complain. 

Your manager will either reprimand you or you can say goodbye to an increase. This verse in Psalm 25 is so simple but what does it truly mean to give your life for God. If we need to go into this I would probably still be writing next week. In essence it is to fully surrender your life to Jesus and follow His commands and do what He asks no matter how difficult, uncomfortable or costly. It is in this that we step out of the world and into God’s will. My dear friend, there lies great treasure in obedience to God. 

Jesus said love one another with this part - as I loved you. Come with me today as we share, love and accept what God has called us to do. Let’s invade our world, family and friends with love. Let us live the gospel, speak the gospel and walk the gospel every moment. Let the joy of the Lord be visible in all we do and say. Let our words be a blessing and our love be evident to every person regardless their colour, background, culture or beliefs. 

Let us be a city on a hill. 

Have an awesome day.

Today's thought - 17 January 2026

 

Our Pastor gave a nice example this week. I do not know if you have green fingers in other words you love plants and they live in your home. We are all like plants. For a flower to bloom it needs good soil, water and sunlight. If it is not cared for in your home, it will perish. In the same way we need good soil (foundation), water (God’s Word) and sunlight (Jesus Christ). 

God says my grace is enough. This means that there is power in His grace and as we live our lives we need to tap into that. As we stand firm on God’s Word we need grace to do what pleases God. God said that when you are weak, you are strong. When you humble yourself knowing that you cannot do this on your own and that you need (desire) God’s help (grace) you will be strong for He is our salvation. 

Our very victory in all our challenges. My dear friend, I don’t think we need to be reminded how much God loves us, buy we need to know that God desires a relationship with you and as we draw closer to Him, He will draw closer to you. My prayer is simply that you will become a well watered garden that will bloom all the time in Jesus name. 

Have an awesome day.

Today's thought - 16 January 2026

 

True holiness is not just a nice statement but a lifestyle we must desire. I love this Psalm, it says so much of where we battle and how we should live. It is important that we note that he/she that REVERENTLY fear the Lord, they will be taught (by God) the ways they should choose. 

Seeking an intimate relationship with God will open doors and show you the right paths to take. David goes on and this is so important. The secret of the Lord is with those who fear (worship, love) Him and He will reveal (show) the deep meaning of His covenant to them. 

My dear friend, in our pursuit of God and delighting in Him lies His secrets (true friendship) and the very thoughts of God. Is this not enough reason to seek Him all the time and desire a more intimate relationship with Him. Come with me today as we love as Jesus loved and strive to live as He did. Preach the gospel at all times and, if necessary, use words. 

Have an awesome day.

Today's thought - 15 January 2026

 

There is much to be said about these verses and yet the essence of them are evident in the first four words “It was by faith”. We are made holy inwardly and cleansed of all sin when we accepted Jesus as our Lord and saviour. We are holy because He is holy. But do we live lives of sanctification (holiness)? 

Yes we are made holy by the blood of Jesus but do we walk the talk so to say. Moses refused to accept the riches of Egypt and the life of luxury that it held. Instead he preferred to suffer for the sake of Christ because he knew what the reward is. I know that sin separates us from God and we kinda throw His grace back into His face when we fall back into our old ways. My dear friend, look at Moses. He ran from the world and its pleasure into the desert of the unknown. 

He’s life changed when he stepped on to holy ground and met God in the burning bush. His faith grew stronger as he walked with God and trusted God. He walked through the red sea on dry land, stood in God’s presence, travelled through the desert under God’s care and protection into the promised land. Every season has its highs and lows. We walk by faith and not by sight. Let us align our lives with God in humble submission to His will and way. 

Let’s live to desire a life of holiness in all aspects of our lives for the glory of our God. 

Have an awesome day, my friend.

Today's thought - 14 January 2026

God just have an amazing way to speak to us and just remind us of His amazing love and that He is who He is. He does not change nor can He be influenced. He is just and He is always with us. This morning He reminds me that when we keep His commands (His Word) and meditate on it with humility and love, He will never allow us to be put to shame, yet He will punish particular lines of thought and conduct. 

God says that when evil comes to steal, kill and destroy, He will punish them and not forsake us but deliver us from it. God sees everything and nothing will be hidden. It is by our revert fear and humble walk with Him that we stay in line with His commands. It is by this that God uses us and guide us for His kingdom. 

Come with me today as we realign ourselves with God and His commands. Let us give it all to Him and surrender completely all our worries and burdens to Him. May the love and mercy of our Lord fill you and may your cup overflow today. May His joy fill your hearts and steer you closer to Him. May you experience His presence in your life and the true peace and freedom that is in Jesus Christ. 

Have an awesome day, my friend.

Today's thought - 13 January 2026

 

I really love this Psalm. Yesterday I made a mistake out of anger. I have been battling the last two months with a huge challenge in my life and yesterday it took another turn. I got upset and instead of faith I turned to anger and spoke death instead of just trusting God. So, I have been struggling with myself over this and repented for my weakness. 

This morning God just gives me this Psalm again and yes joy truly comes in the morning. That whole sense of He has got this and He is in control and all that is happening has a purpose in the end result. I have to remain patient and trust Him. Everything will work out for good. My dear friend, we worship an amazing and loving God. Unto Him all the praise and glory. 

He loves you and He is your tower of strength and your fortress of safety. Nothing can seperate is from His love and no evil will succeed over us for His rod and His staff gives us comfort.  

Have an awesome day.

Today's thought - 12 January 2026

 

We spoke about this yesterday and I think the Holy Spirit just wishes to emphasise this statement and remind us that narrow is the gate and difficult is the path that leads to heaven. It is imperative that we strive to live a righteous life and do what is right in God’s sight. It is not easy because with every day we face new challenges and it can be easy to slip back into our old nature. I love this verse in the amplified Bible. 

It states the reverent and worshipful fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. After stating that you should give instruction (guidance, truth) to a wise man (who fears God) and they will benefit and grow from it. A worldly person will be offended and angry. The last part is quite important. Wisdom multiplies and increases. 

This is really important because by wisdom (Godly fear) we will be prosperous in our days and our lives will be increased. My dear friend, by living a righteous life and doing what God says in His Word and battling on the difficult path, your life will be blessed. Do not fear man, but fear God. If God is for you, who can be against you. 

Have an awesome day.

Today's thought - 11 January 2026

 

Every day we face the world and meet all kinds of people. Are we concerned about what people think of us or are we more concerned with what God think of us. Sometimes we steer clear of confrontation because we do not want people to be offended or dislike us. So who do we fear then? Do we fear man or do we fear God? 

David writes “Show me your ways, O Lord and teach me your paths”. Paul spoke up against Peter because he was inconsistent in his behaviour towards the gentiles when jews were around. In the same way we should not neglect to speak life and truth when a fellow believer stumbles. We should stand for what is right in God’s sight and what the Word of God teaches us. Never put mans needs above God’s needs. 

David continues to say that the Lord is the God of his salvation  (preservation or deliverance from harm, ruin, or loss) and on Him does he wait all day long. Seeking, desiring and drawing closer to God. My dear friend, let us not please the world but strive to please God in all we do and say and think. 

Have an awesome day.

Today's thought - 10 January 2026

 

As I was listening to people yesterday you can sense the new year excitement yet it seems as the exhaustion and anxiety of the last year remains. The new year has the promise of new things but there are also things we carried over into this year that needs completion. Jesus said you should focus on each day and to not fear about tomorrow. 

What is fear and anxiety otherwise as lies the enemy uses to pull you away from God’s will and purpose in your lives. Sometimes we need to let go of whatever we could not do in the previous year and allow God to move things in place according to His will and time. So no matter where you find yourself this morning and whatever is running around in your mind, give it to God and He will not let you fall but He will strengthen you as you enter into the new seasons of your life. I love this verse in Isaiah 40. 

To wait on the Lord is to trust Him completely with all we have knowing that He only wants what is best for us. It is in this complete surrender that we are filled by His love and joy and peace. This not only removes all fear (worries) but strengthens you. I love how you shall mount up like eagles living close to God and never grow weary or faint or grow tired. There is an abundance of strength in the joy of the Lord which is given when we replace fear and worry with trust and faith. You are wonderfully made, my friend and a mighty warrior. 

Come with me today as we surrender all to God and draw closer to Him. 

Have an awesome day.

Today's thought - 09 January 2026

 

John Bevere writes that people have three images of themselves. Perceived (how we see ourselves), projected (how we want the world to see us) and actual (who God sees). Sometimes people project a good person type of image yet their actual person is wicked and their motives dark. God says here that you should not worry or consider him who prospers because of wickedness. 

Yet God says that we should wait patiently for Him and that our righteousness will be like the light, clearly visible and our justice will be like shining sun at noon. Eventually all man will stand before God in judgement and their true self will be openly visible to the entire assembly of God. That is why it is imperative that we steer clear of worldly behaviour but instead seek to live our lives doing what is right in God’s sight. 

It is in our commitment to God’s Word and living a life of obedience and reverent fear that we will truly prosper for our prosperity is in God and not of this world. Therefore we should continue to seek the kingdom of God above all else and live lives listening to God and delighting in His ways. 

I truly look forward in spending eternity with you, my dear friend, worshiping our Lord. Have an awesome day.

Today's thought - 08 January 2026

 

I think that this is on my heart today. As Paul writes I pray that you will be strengthened with the power according to the might of our Lord’s glory so that you can have endurance, patience and perseverance with joy so that you can face all and everything that is placed before you today. 

That you will turn to God giving thanks knowing that you have been set free from all darkness and that you have been given victory over all and everything the enemy can muster up or throw at you. That you will continue your journey and not give up but instead treat everyone with love and kindness displaying the true gospel that is in your hearts and that you will overflow with living water being a blessing to those desperately seeking. 

May the light of our Lord shine from your hearts and may you stand victorious by the blood of our Lord Jesus so that you will be ready for His return with joy. I pray the joy of our Lord over you today so that you will experience it in every moment of this day. 

Have an awesome day, my friend.

Today's thought - 07 January 2026

 

I believe this is the ultimate goal. To live a life that is pleasing to God. In the end we will all face judgement and as we ask for forgiveness of our sins, they are forgiven by the blood of Jesus. Yet we still need to make sure we live lives that pleases God. Lives that obey His commandments and strive to fully step into our purpose. 

This means the more we step into our purpose the more fruit we bear (streams of living water) and steadily increasing our knowledge of God. If you are married for a number of years your intimate and close relationship with your spouse has grown to a level where you know each other so well that you could even know what they think by looking at their reactions or even their expressions. 

Now this is the relationship God wants to have with you whereby He not only refers to you as son or daughter but as friend with whom He shares His secrets. I believe that this type of intimate relationship with God is what every believer should aspire to. My dear friend, it is imperative that we seek God above all and desire to walk in a close relationship with Him. 

For if we fear God, we will fear nothing else. Have an awesome day.

Today's thought - 06 January 2026

There are two parts of this scripture that I wish to highlight. David writes you can be sure of this “God sets apart the godly for Himself and answers when we call on Him”. It is more than a promise because he says you can be sure of this. 

This "setting apart" signifies holiness, purpose, and a guarantee that God's ear is attentive to those who belong to Him, offering confidence to trust Him rather than the lies of enemies. Then secondly he says do not sin by letting anger control you. 

Paul writes “Be angry, and do not sin do not let the sun go down on your wrath”. What we need to remember is that in our flaws we open doors for the enemy to come in and gain ground in our lives. It is so important that we desire the fruits of the Spirit and steer clear of wickedness to keep the enemy away. Resist the devil (enemy) and he will flee from you. 

Do not give him opportunity to enter into your mind and thoughts. Think about it, talk to God about it and refrain from letting anger make you fall. 

Have an awesome day, my friend.

Today's thought - 05 January 2026

 

As we are getting into the new year I am again reminded of who God is. I believe as this year unfolds it is important that we give God the place and position He must have. I love this Psalm as David writes “the earth is the Lord’s and everything in it”. We often forget that in a godly mindset we are not owners but stewards of what is gracefully given to us. 

That is why Jesus said in Luke 16 “If you are faithful in little things, you will be faithful in large ones. But if you are dishonest in little things, you won’t be honest with greater responsibilities”. David asks this question “Who can stand in His place?” The answer is simply he who has clean hands and a pure heart. I believe that is what we should aspire to in the year ahead. We should seek to draw closer to God in complete righteousness with clean hands (sinless) and a pure heart (humble) so that we will experience the fullness of God in our lives. 

Not only will we increase in knowledge of God but also in responsibility. So, I pray that we enter in prayer each with fear and reverence with clean hands and a pure heart so that we will see more of God in our lives and the lives of every person we meet. May your light for Jesus become so bright that it will be impossible for others to not see or desire it.  

Have an awesome day, my friend.

Today's thought - 04 January 2026

 

How do you place value on something? For example how much is a cup valued to you? Now any cup maybe not so much, but a gold plated cup of which only five is in existence, now that cup has a significant increase in value to an ordinary one you can buy in any store. Do you know how much God values you? 

David writes here “How precious are your (God’s) thoughts about me. They outnumber the grains of sand”. Now when you stand on a beach it is virtually impossible to count every grain of sand, let alone all the grains of sand in the world. Jesus said “Are not five sparrows sold for two copper coins? And not one of them is forgotten before God. But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not fear therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows.” When God places value on you it is summarised in these words  “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.”  

My dear friend, you are far more valuable to God than what this world can place on you. You are loved beyond comprehension and God thinks about you every moment and He knows the hairs on your head. As you step into 2026 know that He who formed you and made you thinks only good thoughts of peace over you with hope and a future. May the Holy Spirit fully reveal this to you and that you will experience God’s love every day. 

Have an awesome day.

Today's thought - 03 January 2026

 

As the new year sets in it is always the time for new resolutions. People want to change things that did not go well in the past year, go on a diet, take up a new hobby, change a job, spend more time with friends and family, retire, save up for a dream vacation and so on. We all have dreams and sometimes those dreams seem impossible or to far to reach. 

Many start a new year with new ideas and motivation and it lasts but a mere month. Why do people fail in their dreams or stop with their ideals. Why do we give up and surrender to whatever is dealt to us. I believe it is because we miss the awe of God. We miss who He really is and what He can do. We know about Him but we do not know Him. Again David writes “those who fear Him” will be loved by God forever and His salvation extends to generation after generation of those who are faithful. 

My dear friend, God is the God of impossibles. Nothing is impossible for Him and no one is less important than another. God so loved this world that He gave His only son so that everyone (you and me) can be saved. God desires an intimate day to day relationship with us and as we draw closer to Him, He will draw closer to us. 

In this lies the answer to all our needs, desires and dreams. With God we can do anything and when He is for us no one can be against us. So when I think of the year ahead my dream is to get even more closer to God and seek and do His will. This year (2026) is going to be a year of invasion and love like never before. Come with me as we desire more of God and delight in Him and seek His will and His ways. 

Have an awesome day.

Today's thought - 02 January 2026

 

As we look back over the year (2025), it is with gratitude and awe towards God that I stand here this morning. God has been amazing in every day and in every challenge and success I had. He is the very essence of my survival and my strength in each day. 

My dear friend, let’s take a moment and just thank God for all He has done and keeps dong in our lives. I saw His love and grace unfold in my life and the lives of others. I saw His hand at work in my toughest days and I saw His healing when I was at my lowest. 

Thank you Father for your love, grace and everlasting kindness towards me and those who are so dear to me. Thank you Father for your Word and your promises as we see them come to life in our lives. Thank you Father for a new day filled with new possibilities. Thank you that we know your grace is new every day and that when we fall we will never be cast down, but that you have us in your hands and nothing can pull us from your hand. 

We give you all the glory and all the praise and may we meditate on your works every day. You are our God and we love you with all our hearts. 

Have an awesome day, my friend.

Today's thought - 01 January 2026

 

This morning I am writing to me again. As I look back over my life and the mistakes I have made that have costed me so dearly, I am overwhelmed with emotions as I can still remember it as if it was yesterday. Now the enemy comes to steal from me as I stand innocent trying to remind me that I am not worthy of God’s grace and that I am not good enough for His mercy. He comes to steal and destroy me for he knows that my children are my life. 

God is first in my life and will always be. He reminds me again that He has removed our sins as far from us as the east is from the west. That Jesus did not die in vain but He died to rescue us from sin and that God will pour out His unfailing love on those who love (fear) Him and give justice to honest hearts. My heart may be broken because of the evil that now tries to steal from me, but God says that they will be thrown down, never to rise again. 

My dear friend, no matter the storms you face and the lies the enemy tells you or use against you, God loves you and He will never leave you nor forsake you. No matter your past, your future is eternity with God. No matter your mistakes you are washed clean by His blood. No matter the size of the mountain, God is already moving it. No matter how hard this battles seems, God has already won. No matter the pain, joy comes in the morning. 

But the salvation of the righteous is from the Lord; He is their strength in the time of trouble. And the Lord shall help them and deliver them; He shall deliver them from the wicked, And save them, Because they trust in Him. 

Have an awesome day.