Narrow and Beautiful

Have you ever thought about what you would do if you were in Abraham’s position? God asked him to sacrifice his only son, Isaac — the son he had waited for all his life. Imagine the thoughts that must have run through his mind as he walked toward that mountain, carrying wood and fire but no explanation. Yet, Abraham obeyed. He trusted that even in this impossible command, God had a purpose. His faith reminds us that true obedience sometimes means surrendering what we value most. Sometimes, God asks us to let go of something dear — a dream, a relationship, or even a habit — and our first instinct is to resist. We grumble, argue, or try to reason it out because obedience can feel costly. But obedience, even when hard, is proof of our trust in God. Jesus Himself obeyed the Father even unto death (Philippians 2:8), and that obedience brought salvation to the whole world. The Bible makes it clear that disobedience leads to pain and loss. Saul lost his throne because he disobeyed God’s instr...

When was the last time you stopped to count your blessings? Not just the big things, but the daily mercies—breath in your lungs, strength for the day, the gift of salvation, and God’s unending love. This scripture teaches us that gratitude is not optional; it’s a way of life for every believer. It is a timeless reminder of who God is and what He has done. It is David’s heartfelt call to his own soul, urging himself never to forget the goodness of the Lord. Sometimes life’s challenges make us forget the blessings that surround us, but verses 1–2 remind us: “Let all that I am praise the Lord; with my whole heart, I will praise his holy name. Let all that I am praise the Lord; may I never forget the good things he does for me.” God’s Unfailing Benefits David lists the benefits of serving a loving God: He forgives our sins, heals our diseases, redeems our lives from destruction, crowns us with love and tender mercies, and fills our days with good things (vv. 3–5). These verses remind us t...

Hello Friend! As we step into December, the final month of the year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on God’s unwavering faithfulness. Despite the challenges and victories we’ve experienced, one thing remains constant—His love and grace. Gratitude and thanksgiving allow us to pause and acknowledge His goodness in every season. The year may have brought unexpected turns, but God’s hand has guided us through, providing strength, comfort, and blessings. Let us dedicate this time to express our heartfelt thanks to the One who has carried us, reminding ourselves that His faithfulness endures forever. 1. Psalm 100:4 “Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name.” 2. Psalm 107:1 “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” 3. Psalm 95:2-3 “Let us come before him with thanksgiving and extol him with music and song. For the Lord is the great God, the great King above all gods.” 4. Psalm 118:24 “This...

Read: 1 Corinthians 2:5 "So that your faith might not rest in the wisdom of men but in the power of God." Hello Friend! Have you ever been disappointed by someone before? It could have been a friend, colleague, spouse or family member you trusted to help you with something, and at the end of the day, you got heartbroken because they could not meet up.   Oge’s uncle promised her that if she graduated with a second-class upper, he would ensure she got a job at the oil and gas company he worked for. It was a big company with a mouth-watering remuneration, even for entry-level graduates. Well, Oge graduated with a First Class and was so confident that would secure the role. It was a very competitive role and the company accepted only one fresh graduate yearly. Her uncle being one of the board of directors and with her excellent result, she was so sure she would get the job.    Oge even went ahead to tell her friends that she already got a job in an Oil and Gas company. She go...

Hello friend!  How well do you know your Bible stories? Today's post is a beautiful refresher of remarkable Bible events and there are many things you will learn from these. A: Adam and Eve • Scripture: Genesis 1-3 • Lesson: The creation of the first humans, their life in the Garden of Eden, and the fall into sin. B: Baptism • Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17 • Lesson: The baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist and the significance of baptism in the Christian faith. C: Creation • Scripture: Genesis 1-2 • Lesson: God’s creation of the world in six days and resting on the seventh day. D: David and Goliath • Scripture: 1 Samuel 17 • Lesson: The story of young David defeating the giant Goliath with faith and courage. E: Elijah and the Prophets of Baal • Scripture: 1 Kings 18:16-46 • Lesson: Elijah’s challenge to the prophets of Baal and God’s demonstration of His power. F: Feeding the 5,000 • Scripture: John 6:1-14 • Lesson: Jesus’ miracle of fee...