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  Episode #15

  Day 15: Protection from Heresy

  Oct 5, 20262 minS1

  Key Scripture “Behold, I am coming quickly! Hold fast what you have, that no one may take your crown.” — Revelation 3:11 (NKJV) Devotional Christ is the bread of life, the spiritual manna we need to have eternal life (John 6:32-33, Exodus 16:4, 31). Whereas the Gospel of Christ is not hidden, the power of His resurrection and life-giving Spirit are only experienced by those that overcome their human nature and offer themselves wholly for God’s service. Being filled with the Holy Spirit and devoting ourselves to studying God’s word daily will enable us to grow in a victorious relationship with the Lord Jesus, strengthen our knowledge of Him and protect us from heresy. The knowledge of scriptures and being filled with the Holy Spirit are essential for ensuring a firm foundation. Lack of this will lead to inability to stand against the spirit of deception, disobedience and false teaching (Rev. 2:20). The environment we live in may contribute a lot to a believer’s corruption. An individual, as well as tradition or culture, can promote practices that contribute to one’s spiritual defilement. Whereas this may not be within a believer’s ultimate control, adopting such practices is evil and leads to the wrath of God. At the time of judgement those who have refused to listen but kept on sinning and indulging in earthly pleasures will be at a great risk of being caught up by God’s wrath. Christ’s message to the church in Sardis warned that the earthly reputation we have may not be the truth. He said, “I know your works, that you have a name that you are alive, but you are dead.” (Rev. 3:1). Seeking the praise of men is an illusion, “for man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” (1 Samuel 16:7). Christ recognised the church in Philadelphia for its perseverance but he did not stop there. He warned them, “Hold fast what you have that no one may take your crown!” (Rev. 3:11). He warned them because He knew very well that they could fall. The warning to the church of Philadelphia is for every God-fearing Christian. We must hold fast what we have – the grace, love, life eternal that we have attained through Christ. Questions for Reflection The power of Christ is experienced by those who “overcome their human nature.” What does this mean to you in a practical, daily sense? In what specific ways do studying Scripture and being filled with the Holy Spirit protect us from false teaching? Can you think of a time when this was true in your own life? What are some “traditions or cultures” in our modern environment that might contribute to spiritual defilement, even if they seem harmless on the surface? How can we avoid the trap of the church in Sardis—having a reputation for being “alive” but spiritually being “dead”? How do we check the true state of our heart? What does it look like to “hold fast” to what we have in Christ? What things try to “take your crown”? Action Step This week, identify one area where you might be influenced more by cultural opinion or outward appearances than by God’s truth. Spend dedicated time in prayer and Scripture study focused on that specific area, asking the Holy Spirit to strengthen your foundation and reveal His truth to you. Prayer Prompt Father, thank You for the spiritual manna, Jesus Christ, who is the true bread of life. Fill me anew with Your Holy Spirit and give me a deep hunger for Your Word, so I may build my life on a firm foundation. Protect me from all heresy and deception. Grant me the wisdom to see past the illusions of this world and the praise of men, and to care only about what You see in my heart. Give me the strength to persevere and “hold fast” to the grace and eternal life You have given me, so that no one may take my crown. Amen.

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  Episode #14

  Day 14: God's Judgement and Redemption

  Oct 4, 20262 minS1

  Key Scripture “And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me, that you also may be where I am.” (John 14:3, NIV) Devotional Before Jesus went to Heaven, He made a promise. He promised he would return to earth. Jesus said He is preparing a place for us. He said, “I will come back and take you to be with me.” Jesus Christ will come again. This time, he will not be born as a baby. He will come in a cloud, just as He left (Acts 1:11). Jesus rules over all kings on earth (Rev. 1:4-5). Everyone will see Him when He returns, even His enemies (Rev. 1:7). God has a perfect plan for everyone who overcomes. He promised, “To him who overcomes, I will give the right to eat from the tree of life, which is in the paradise of God.” (Rev. 2:7). This is the same tree from the Garden of Eden. Adam and Eve ate from the tree of knowledge. But God protected the tree of life (Gen. 3:22). Jesus is the source of this new life. He said, “I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry, and he who believes in me will never be thirsty.” (John 6:35). He also gives us “living water” (John 4:14). The tree of life is a symbol. It shows our change from death to life. When we turn to God and repent, we are changed. We move from a sinful life to a righteous life. This new life is filled with the Holy Spirit. We must endure to the end to receive our crown of glory. We must fear God and give Him glory (Rev. 14:7). We must worship only the Creator. Do not put any person or thing before God. No one knows the day or hour of Jesus’ return. God warns us to watch and be ready. We must be like the wise virgins in the parable. We must fill our lanterns with oil and wait patiently for Jesus. Your heart is the lantern. The oil is the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is our power, wisdom, and life. Being full of the Spirit is a sign of our redemption and everlasting life. Questions for Reflection Jesus promised to return. How does this promise make you feel? What does it mean to keep your lantern full of oil? Why is it so important to be watchful and ready for Jesus’ return? What are some things in your life that you might be tempted to prioritize above God? Action Step This week, read the parable of the wise and foolish virgins in Matthew 25:1-13. Think of one practical way you can “fill your lantern” with the Holy Spirit each day. Prayer Prompt “Lord Jesus, thank You for Your promise to return for me. Help me to live a life that is ready for You. Please fill my heart, my ‘lantern’, with the fresh oil of the Holy Spirit. Give me wisdom and power to live for You every day. Help me to watch and pray always. Amen.”

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  Episode #13

  Day 13: Overcoming Rejection and Persecution

  Oct 2, 20262 minS1

  Key Scripture “If the world hates you, keep in mind that it hated me first. If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. That is why the world hates you. Remember what I told you: ‘A servant is not greater than his master.’ If they persecuted me, they will persecute you also.” John 15:18-20 (NIV) Devotional Those who did not believe in Jesus were confused about Him. Some of them sought to harm him. But God did not deliver Him to His enemies until the appointed time. The chief priests and the Pharisees were among those who sought to kill Jesus (John 7:45). The Jews agreed that if any one confessed that Jesus was the Christ, he would be put out of the town (John 9:22). The world hated Christ because He was not one of them, and He obeyed God. If they loved God, they would have loved His son Jesus Christ as well. But they hated Him so much that they wanted to destroy His seed as well – the Gospel that His disciples had received. They hated those who believed in Him, too. This is because they hated their Lord first (John 15:18-25). Some who did this thought they were offering God service. This is because they did not open their hearts fully to God, who would have opened their eyes to see His presence among them and His Divine will. Those who sought to kill Christ were dismayed to see that the one they thought they were destroying had resurrected on the third day. They persecuted the disciples and tried to stop them from preaching in the name of Jesus (Acts 4:18). But the disciples were not deterred, for they could not put man or their own lives before God. They obeyed God’s command and continued to witness, despite serious warnings they had received from the priests and the Sadducees. The disciples prayed for boldness, that they may speak God’s word with boldness, with God’s hand to heal and that signs and wonders may be done through the name of Jesus (Acts 4:29). In response, God shook the place where they were and filled them with the Holy Spirit, and they spoke the word of God with boldness. Persecution of the disciples continued and intensified. Stephen was murdered by the Jews. Saul set out in pursuit of the disciples (Acts 8:1-3). Amazingly, as Saul journeyed to Damascus to persecute the disciples who had gone there, he was arrested by God Himself. On the road to Damascus, Jesus appeared to Saul and opened his eyes to see the truth (Acts 9:1-6). In an attempt to persecute the church, Saul ended up being converted by Christ Himself! In very many places across the world, as the disciples preached the Gospel, their lives were threatened by the enemies of the Gospel and of Christ. Usually, God protected them and no one was harmed. Yet in several accounts, God permitted suffering, persecution, and death. It was God’s purpose that their witness become stronger through their suffering and death. For the Gospel of Christ is life and victory over death. Then how could death stop it? To date, the church of Christ continues to suffer rejection and persecution. Indeed if the righteous are alive in Christ and not spiritually dead, then their witness remains. The Christian life will continue with persecution and trials till the second coming of Christ. Do not expect rejection and persecution from extremist groups only. Even your own people, when they slow down in obedience and eventually cease, they will be cruel to those who obey God continually. We often think suffering is a result of curses. This is not true for all circumstances. Suffering may come as a result of our own mistakes or sin. But it can also come as a test of faith, as it was in the case of Job (Job 1:6-12). God can use suffering to draw us to Himself and strengthen us. The righteous fear God and walk in His light while the wicked hate Him and walk in all ungodliness. Therefore we have two sides; the light and the dark. These two are naturally enemies. It’s not surprising, therefore, when those who live in darkness hate the righteous. It’s because they are blind. Being of darkness, they need light in order to see God’s grace and turn back to Him. So what should the righteous do? Should they turn off their light in order to fit in among them? No! The righteous should keep their light burning and not hide it. If you hide it so that your ungodly neighbors don’t see it, you’re already in darkness, and darkness is a symbol of doom. Questions for Reflection How can sincere religious or moral beliefs, when not aligned with God’s truth, lead to opposing God’s actual will? In Acts 4:29, the disciples didn’t pray for the persecution to stop . They prayed for boldness to continue speaking. When you face opposition, what is your first prayer request? How can you shift your prayers from “removal” to “boldness”? The text highlights Saul’s conversion as an example of God’s sovereignty over persecution. How does knowing that God can use the worst intentions for His ultimate good (like converting a persecutor) change your perspective on the rejection you might face? The lesson concludes with the “light and dark” comparison. What are some practical, everyday ways we are tempted to “hide your light” to avoid rejection or persecution? What does “keeping your light burning” look like in your specific context (work, family, social media)? Action Step Identify one specific situation where you typically “dim your light” or stay silent about your faith to avoid friction or rejection. It could be not speaking up against gossip, hiding your Bible at work, or avoiding a spiritual conversation with a family member. Your action is to pray for boldness (like the disciples) and then take one small, courageous step to let your light shine in that specific situation. This doesn’t mean being confrontational, but being authentic. Afterwards, journal or reflect on the experience: What did you feel? What was the result? What did you learn about God’s faithfulness? Prayer Prompt “Lord Jesus, thank You for the reminder that the world hated You first and that I should not be surprised when it hates me. Forgive me for the times I have hidden my light out of fear of rejection. Fill me with Your Holy Spirit, just as You filled the apostles, and replace my fear with boldness. Help me to obey You rather than man. I pray for those who misunderstand or persecute Your church. I ask You to reveal Yourself to them. Use any rejection I face to strengthen my witnessing and draw me closer to You. May my life be a bright light in the darkness, pointing others to Your grace. Amen.”

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  Episode #12

  Day 12: A Lifelong Antidote for Racism

  Oct 1, 20263 minS1

  Key Scripture Acts 2:4, 41 (NIV) “All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them. … Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day.” Devotional History is filled with stories of mistrust and division. When Abraham went to Egypt, he was not treated well (Genesis 12). This experience made his descendants cautious because there was little justice or rule of law. Later, Joseph helped Egypt stand strong throughout the famine, giving them a taste of good governance and helping them know there was still one, all-powerful true God. But future generations forgot him and began to mistreat the Israelites. This story shows how dangerous racism can be. The King of Egypt tried to control and destroy the people of Israel. It took God Himself to come down and rescue them. If you feel caught up in any kind of oppression or hate, know this: your deliverance is in the Lord. The answer is to pray, not to riot or hate. Stay faithful to Christ, be steadfast in love, and pray that all people will know His saving power. For a long time, the people of Israel saw no value in associating with people who did not know God, known as Gentiles. Because Israel had a powerful God who made them unique, the pagan nations around them often hated them. But then, God rewrote history. Jesus told the disciples to wait in Jerusalem for the Holy Spirit. When the Spirit came, at Pentecost, everything changed. People from many different tribes and races came together. They were shocked to hear the disciples speaking about God in their own languages. God had done something new, and 3,000 people believed that day. This is the antidote to racism: the unified Body of Christ. We see this love in action when the churches in Macedonia and Corinth sent help to the church in Jerusalem. The entire Bible, from Genesis to Revelation, is a book of love. How can we say we obey God but still hate our neighbor? If our actions deny our words, we must repent. This love must start inside our own hearts and communities. A community that is divided internally cannot love other communities. God commands us to love one another, and this love is the fuel for the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20). We are to go to all people. We cannot be like Jonah, who was stubborn and did not love the people God sent him to help. You cannot effectively help transform people you do not love. As a leader, you must show love and care to the people you lead. This is how you will have a positive effect on them. Questions for Reflection In what areas of your life are you tempted to react with anger or hatred instead of bringing the situation to God in prayer? How have I personally seen the Holy Spirit break down barriers between people from different backgrounds? Are there any hidden prejudices or biases in my heart that I need to confess and repent of? Action Step This week, identify one person or group of people (from a different tribe, race, or background) that you have struggled to love or understand. Make a specific plan to do two things: Pray for them by name every day, for the next 3 days. Find one practical way to show them the love of Christ (a kind word, an act of service, or a note of encouragement) with no expectation of getting anything in return. Prayer Prompt Lord, thank You for rescuing me. Please deliver me from any hidden prejudice, racism, or hatred in my heart. Fill me fresh with Your Holy Spirit, the true antidote, who breaks down every wall and makes us one. Help me to truly love my neighbor as You have loved me. Make me a leader who serves with compassion and care, not harshness, so I can be a faithful part of Your Great Commission. Amen.

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  Episode #11

  Day 11: Understanding Yom Kippur; Insights from Israel

  Sep 29, 202628 minS1

  A deep dive into the significance of Yom Kippur with Dror Benami. Yom Kippur holds profound significance in Jewish tradition, serving as a day dedicated to reflection and reconnection with God. Dror Benami, our special guest from Israel, shares compelling insights about this sacred occasion. Dror begins by explaining that Yom Kippur is a day where individuals adjust their relationships with God. Dror delves into the biblical figure of Abraham, suggesting that God chose him not solely for his faith but for his role as a teacher of divine laws. This perspective shifts the focus from belief to the importance of teaching and passing on knowledge. Dror highlights a critical scene in Genesis where God asks Abraham to sacrifice Isaac, interpreting the location, Mount Moriah, as symbolic of teaching. He explains that sin, in Hebrew, means to miss the mark, reinforcing the idea that accurate teaching aligns with divine will. During Yom Kippur, Dror points out, many people mistakenly view it as simply a day for repentance. He argues that it should instead be seen as a time to abandon false beliefs and improve our communication with God. He states, “Yom Kippur is not a day for saying I’m sorry; it is a day for meditation and trying to improve your communication with God.” Dror elaborates on the unique nature of Yom Kippur in Israel, where the entire nation pauses—factories close, public transport halts, and the streets become very quiet. This stillness provides a rare opportunity for deep reflection. Dror concludes by encouraging listeners to use this time wisely. Rather than seeking new knowledge, he advocates for a focus on existing beliefs and how they hinder our relationship with God.

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