Sabbath Prayer: The Glory of God

(Dear Readers, we bring our Sabbath prayers and requests to you for inclusion of people who need you to pray for them. We have seen the power of prayer working in the lives of a number of these people for whom you have prayed in the past and we earnestly request you all to continue). 

As we go about our daily lives, let us keep our eyes open for moments when the Glory of the Lord shines around us. It may be in a sunset, a kind word from a friend, a healing we may have experienced, fears calmed, or a sudden unexpected sense of peace. And when we feel that radiance, let us remember the good news that the shepherds heard. That God's love and grace are for all people, and through Jesus we can experience the fullness of God's glory.

In Psalm 19:1 (KJV) we read - "The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork." How much so should we. 

This Psalm reminds us that we can experience God's glory every day simply by looking at the world around us, and consciously experiencing His hand in our lives everyday.

Today, because of His glory in our lives we can confidently pray thus: 

Dear Lord, thank you for mending my broken places and broken body and healing, with your grace. Now help me to be an instrument of your healing by sharing the good news of what you have done, and, are doing, in my life. Help me to never waste my sorrows but invest the riches of my story with those in need.

We thank you for the healing you have provided Samira, Joan and Lisa's daughter who is stable. We thank you for the healing of mind you have provided Jen and we pray for her clinical trials. We also pray for Alison's daughter, for relief from her disease and peace for Lisa and Alison.

We pray for Wendy's job, for Paladin who is struggling to keep up financially and dependent on others. We join Montana as she prays for the souls of the 100-plus Iranian elementary school children who were bombed.

We pray for Randy to be freed from his affliction. for peace for Trishey, for people all over the world suffering the outcome of war.

We look toward India and lift up Your servants. Be with Pastor Ben and his family, covering them with Your protection. We especially pray for the family facing a father’s serious illness. Guard his heart against despair; let him feel the tangible weight of Your grace. Empower his daughter as she cares for him—give her supernatural stamina and a peace that surpasses the gravity of the situation.

Lord, we very specially pray today for peace. The world is in the grip of hatred and war; killing of innocent people. we pray that you empower the leaders with sanity and the intelligence to carve our a peaceful solution as well as look to you for their guidance.

We shoin Jana who is in a serious crisis of faith and  lost hope of anything ever getting better exhausted now. Let us support Jana in our prayers as well.

As we go through this day, may this Sabbath be defined by: Rest that mends the weary.

Peace that silences the storm. Gratitude that births new joy.

Light that makes the next step clear.

Amen.

Please join us every week in our Sabbath Prayer for the week. We request your support in adopting prayer points for people mentioned, in your own prayers this week and become vessels of His healing. 

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Lent2026: Prayer for Resoration

                                            

"Then your light will break forth like the dawn, and your healing will quickly appear; then your righteousness will go before you, and the glory of the Lord will be your rear guard."

A Sabbath Prayer of Restoration

Heavenly Father,
We enter this sacred rhythm of Sabbath, asking You to recalibrate our hearts. Strip away the impulse to hurry and the heavy armor of striving. We lay down the accumulated exhaustion of this week at Your feet, trading our burdens for the simple, profound joy of being found in Your presence. Remind us today that Your rest is not a luxury, but a form of worship—a holy restoration for all that life has depleted.
Lord, we lift up Jen to You. She is Your daughter, held securely in Your palm. You are intimately acquainted with every cell in her body and every quiet thought in her mind. Where pain is loud, let Your healing be louder. Where fear tries to take root, let Your peace overshadow it. Let Your love be the very air she breathes today, carrying her when her own strength feels thin.
We extend this mantle of prayer to all those navigating the valley of illness: We pray for Samira’s ongoing recovery. For her continued healing & strength. We also pray for the strength of Lindsey’s mother and Alison’s daughter, as well as Lisa's daughter. We also pray for their peace and their healing. We pray for Alison, Lisa, and Lindsey as well as they take care of their loved one. We lift up Laurik and Haleen, and every soul currently fighting the battle against cancer.
For those sitting in waiting rooms, those braced for results, and those worn smooth by treatment—be their Shepherd and their Sanctuary. In the midst of the battle, we pause to give You thanks.
Our hearts overflow with praise for Joan’s negative test results—thank You for the gift of clear news. We thank You for sustaining our seniors through a harsh, clouded winter; thank You for being their warmth and their breath.
We look toward India and lift up Your servants. Be with Pastor Ben and his family, covering them with Your protection. We especially cry out for the family facing a father’s serious illness. Guard his heart against despair; let him feel the tangible weight of Your grace. Empower his daughter as she cares for him—give her supernatural stamina and a peace that surpasses the gravity of the situation.
Lord, we very specially pray today for peace. The world is in the grip of hatred and war; killing of innocent people. we pray that you empower the leaders with sanity and the intelligence to carve our a peaceful solution as well as look to you for their guidance.
Jana prays - I am in a serious crisis of faith. I have lost hope of anything ever getting better and I just want everything to be over, but it's probably going to take many years and I am exhausted now. I have just been diagnosed with autism at 36. Let us support Jana in our prayers as well.
May this Sabbath be defined by: Rest that mends the weary.
Peace that silences the storm. Gratitude that births new joy.
Light that makes the next step clear.


Amen.

Please join us every week in our Sabbath Prayer for the week. We request your support in adopting prayer points for people mentioned, in your own prayers this week and become vessels of His healing. 

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Lent2026: Do You Want to Get Well? By Jen Tan

Today we are back with Jen Tans message - on her cancer journey and its challenges. It is easy to read through the Gospels and see the miracles as quick "flicks of a wrist," but referring to John 5:5–6, Jen slows the camera down to show us something much more personal.

Firstly that number of 38 years is staggering. That is not just a duration; it’s a lifetime of disappointment.

When we carry a burden for a long time—be it a physical ailment, a broken relationship, or a secret struggle—we often stop expecting anything good. Yet, Jen sees through the haze. When Jesus asked the man if he wants to get well He wasn't stating the obvious. He was also pointing to the fact if he was "ready" to get well - meaning was he ready for a whole life after 38 years and what he would do with that new life.

Here is Jens reflection on this question -

"I have reflected that if God were to perform an instant physical miracle of healing, I might simply return to my old self—enjoying life on earth, living comfortably, ignoring God once again, and seeing death as nothing more than a final rest. But my journey of healing now involves something much deeper: sharing my testimony and living out my faith. Most importantly, it is about seeking God".

"Reading the book of John has revealed my purpose in life and shown me how I can use my own journey to encourage others. It has truly been eye-opening. I now see that God has had a plan for me since the day I was born. His faithfulness is something I feel unworthy of, yet I receive it with a grateful and open heart. His grace is sufficient in my life".

Today, Jesus asks us that question for our various infirmities and weaknesses: Do you want to get well? Do you want to change? What will you do after that? This Lent, think about what you want healing from and what will you do thereafter. Go back to your previous life or live a whole new life with Jesus. 

Lent2026: Wiser than God

The Story of Jonah or Our Story?

Wiser than God? It’s a bold claim, isn’t it? To think we could actually be wiser than the Creator. Most of us would never say those words out loud, yet our actions—much like Jonah’s—often say it loud and clear. 

The story of Jonah is frequently relegated to a "whale tale" for children, but it’s actually a sophisticated, slightly biting satire about a man who thought his moral compass was more accurate than God’s.

In Jonah 1, God gives a clear command: "Go to Nineveh." Jonah’s response isn't a lack of understanding; it's a disagreement.

Jonah knew Nineveh was the capital of the Assyrian Empire—a nation known for its staggering cruelty. To Jonah, God was being "too nice." He wasn't running because he was scared; he was running because he was offended by God’s mercy.

The Logic of Our Own "Better" Plans

We often play the "Wiser than God" game when:

- We withhold forgiveness: We decide someone is beyond grace, effectively telling God His "mercy for all" policy is flawed.

- We ignore promptings: We tell ourselves that certain steps (like giving, serving, or apologizing) aren't "practical" right now.

- We prioritize our comfort: Jonah chose a ship to Tarshish because it was easier than facing his enemies.

The irony of Jonah is that while he was busy being "wise" and "principled" in his hatred, the pagan sailors on the boat and the "wicked" people of Nineveh showed more spiritual sensitivity than he did.

"But it displeased Jonah exceedingly, and he was angry. He prayed to the Lord and said, 'O Lord, is not this what I said when I was yet in my country? ... for I knew that you are a gracious God and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love...'" — Jonah 4:1-2

Imagine that: Jonah uses God’s own beautiful attributes as an accusation. He is essentially saying, "I knew You’d be too kind, and I don't approve."

Reflection: The "Gourd" in Our Lives in this Lent

At the end of the story, Jonah sits under a plant (a gourd) for shade. When it dies, he’s furious. God gently points out that Jonah cared more about a plant that provided him temporary comfort than he did about 120,000 human souls.

Think about this: 

• Is there a "Nineveh" in your life—a person or group you've decided doesn't deserve God’s kindness?
• Where are you currently "sailing for Tarshish" because you think your plan for your life is more logical than the one God suggested?
• Are you more upset about your personal "gourds" (comforts/conveniences) being taken away than you are about the spiritual state of those around you?

Lent2026: Open Hands - Pastor Rajiv

 

Our prayer today should be that god will show us ways to look beyond ourselves and look to each other within the church, look to others in our communities,  so that we can be ‘living sacrifices’ for whomever we can reach out to - Pastor Rajiv

Lent2026: A Reasonable Service - Pastor Rajiv

A devotional on Romans 12:1

Paul’s call to the believers in Rome is one of the most beautiful invitations in the New Testament—not to die for God, but to live for Him in a way that reflects His mercy. When he writes, “present your bodies a living sacrifice… which is your reasonable service,” he is not asking for martyrdom. He is asking for daily surrender.

What Paul Really Meant?

Paul anchors his appeal in one phrase: “by the mercies of God.”

He is saying: Because God has been so merciful to you, the only response that makes sense—the only reasonable service—is a life offered back to Him.

This is not about dramatic acts of heroism. It is about the quiet, consistent offering of:

A. Time — choosing God’s priorities over our convenience

B. Resources — using what we have to bless others

C. Possessions — holding everything with an open hand

A living sacrifice is not consumed in a moment. It is offered again and again, day after day.

What Makes It “Reasonable”?

The word reasonable (Greek: logikos) means logical, thoughtful, spiritual.

Paul is saying:

“In light of all God has done for you, this kind of sacrificial living is the only response that truly fits.”

It is not forced.

It is not extreme.

It is not beyond reach.

It is simply the natural overflow of a heart touched by mercy.

Barnabas embodies this truth beautifully. When he sold his land and laid the proceeds at the apostles’ feet, he wasn’t performing a grand gesture for applause. He was practicing reasonable service.

He saw a need.

He had the ability to meet it.

He responded with generosity.

Barnabas didn’t give his life—he gave what his life produced. And God used it to strengthen the church in Jerusalem.

What This Means for Us Today

Reasonable service is not measured by the size of the sacrifice but by the sincerity of the surrender. God is not asking you to lay down your life in death—He is asking you to lay it down in devotion.

A living sacrifice looks like:

- Serving when it’s inconvenient

- Giving when it stretches you

- Encouraging when others are discouraged

- Sharing what God has placed in your hands

- Choosing holiness in a world that normalizes compromise

This is worship—not just in song, but in lifestyle.

Monday Reset: Light Does Not Fight

                                               

"The Light Does Not Fight the darkness. It simply shines" - Pastor Vikram

The light never argues with the darkness. It never strains, never panics, never fights. It simply shines — and the darkness has no choice but to move.

When God speaks of light in Scripture, He isn’t describing something fragile. Light is decisive. The moment it appears, darkness loses its power. Darkness is not an equal opponent — it is only the absence of what God has already given you.

Jesus said, “You are the light of the world.” That means your role is not to wrestle with every shadow around you. Your calling is to shine with what He has placed within you:

His peace in the middle of pressure

His clarity when things feel confusing

His hope when circumstances look heavy

His character when others choose chaos

Light doesn’t fight. Light reveals. Light transforms. Light leads.

As you step into this Monday, you don’t need to match the noise, the stress, or the darkness around you. You carry something stronger. Let your presence be light. Let your words be light. Let your decisions be light.

Just shine — and watch what God does.

Sabbath Prayer: Lent Renewal

“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” — Isaiah 40:31

Heavenly Father,

Thank You for the promise that strength is not something we must manufacture on our own. You remind us that renewal comes when we place our hope, trust, and confidence in You. As we step into this new week, lift our eyes above the noise, the pressure, and the weight we often carry.

We lift Jen before You today—and thank you for her life and testimony; for her wisdom to understand your word. Surround her with Your healing presence. We pray for Samira for her continued healing. For Alison's daughter, Lindsey's mother, Laurik and Haleen.

Teach us all to wait on You—not with frustration, but with expectation; for all that we need, healing, finances, jobs, etc.

Help us to remember: Lent is not just about giving up—it’s about returning to what gives life.
It’s a season of quiet courage, where we lay down distractions and pick up devotion.
A time to let go of what drains us and receive what restores us.

Renew our strength where we feel tired. Renew our courage where we feel uncertain. Renew our joy where we feel stretched. Renew our faith where we feel tested.

Help us rise above discouragement like eagles rising above the storm. Help us run with endurance in the assignments You’ve given us. Help us walk faithfully in the everyday moments where no one sees but You.

Let this be a week marked by Your presence, Your peace, and Your power at work within us.

May we not rely on our own strength, but on the strength that never runs dry.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Not "why" but "who": Jen Tan

Act: 23:23-24 Application study bible

Life rarely unfolds according to our neatly written plans. Situations arise that defy logic, outcomes occur we never predicted, and doors close we thought were surely meant for us. In such moments, the temptation is strong to demand explanations or to rely on our limited reasoning. Yet God calls us into a deeper, fuller trust—one that does not depend on understanding the “why” but rests in knowing the “Who.”

Jen Tan learns that through her Bible reading, when God reassured her to be patient and to trust in God’s timing and His ways. She says -

"In the quoted chapter, the Roman commander ordered that Paul be sent to Caesarea. Jerusalem was the seat of Jewish government, but Caesarea was the Roman headquarters for the area.

God works in amazing and sometimes amusing ways. He wanted Paul to go to Caesaria and He could use any number of ways to get Paul to there, but he chose to use the Roman army to deliver Paul from his enemies. God’s ways are not our ways! Ours are limited; his is not. Don’t limit God by asking him to respond your way. When God intervenes, anything can happen - even more and even better than you could ever anticipate.

This message comes at just the right time. Although I trust in God’s provision, as a human being, there are times I feel disappointed and wonder why, despite my doctor repeatedly arranging for me to join clinical trials, all doors seem to close one by one. Yet, in my heart, I tell God that I will put my faith in Him and be patient.

As it says in Proverbs 3:5–6, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.”

Ephesians 3:20, “I will give you more than you asked for, be patient and trust me”.

Even when the path seems blocked, I am reminded to trust His timing and His plan, believing that He is working behind the scenes for my good.

God is good. Just after all the CNY celebrations came to an end, I started feeling unsettled about what’s next in my cancer treatment. But today, reading this has reminded me to put my trust back in Him".

Lent2026: Becoming What We Believe

“Work out your own salvation with fear and trembling… for it is God who works in you.” — Philippians 2:12–13

“Salvation is of the Lord.” — Jonah 2:9

Most Christians today live with a quiet contradiction:

We say Jesus saved us, but our daily lives don’t look much different from the world around us.

Paul’s words cut through that fog. He isn’t telling us to earn salvation — Jonah already settled that: “Salvation is of the Lord.”

But Paul is telling us to take our spiritual growth seriously.

Dead seriously.

Not casually. Not “when I have time.” Not “when life slows down.” Not “when I feel spiritual again.”

Right now. Today. In the middle of your real life.

What comes in the way is our struggle with so many issues because we live in a world of: constant distraction., emotional exhaustion, spiritual autopilot, endless noise, shallow faith

quick opinions but slow obedience, And into that world, Paul says:

“Work out your salvation.”

Meaning: Let what God did inside you show up outside you.

Not in theory. Not in church only. Not in your Instagram bio.

But in your reactions, your habits, your choices, your relationships.

A Real‑Life Example is "The Scroll vs. The Spirit"

You’re lying in bed at night. You know you should pray.

You know you should open Scripture. But your thumb automatically goes to Instagram or YouTube.

Twenty minutes later, you’re drained, not refreshed. You didn’t sin — but you didn’t grow either.

That moment is where salvation is either “worked out”… or ignored.

Verse 12: You choose discipline over distraction.

Verse 13: God gives you the desire and strength to choose Him.

You’re not fighting alone. But you are fighting. 

Fear and Trembling is the Part we avoid. But Paul isn’t talking about being scared of God. He’s talking about being awake. “Fear and trembling” means taking our spiritual life as seriously as God does.

We must remember that holiness doesn’t happen accidentally

God shapes us for eternity, not convenience.

How to Actually “Work It Out” in Today’s World

1. Choose Scripture over scrolling (even for 5 minutes).

This is where most modern Christians lose the battle. Our phone is discipling us more than our Bible is.

2. Obey the nudge immediately.

When the Spirit prompts you to apologize, forgive, give, or shut your mouth — do it now, not later. Delayed obedience is disobedience dressed politely.

3. Kill the small sins before they become big ones.

The enemy rarely starts with adultery or addiction. He starts with compromise, excuses, and “it’s not a big deal.”

4. Review your day honestly.

Where did you follow God?

Where did you ignore Him?

Growth begins with honesty.

A Prayer for the Modern Christian is to shake us out of our "spiritual autopilot". 

Preparing the Heart: A Lenten Reflection by Pastor Rajiv

                                     

Based on reflections from Leviticus

“Be holy, because I, the Lord your God, am holy.” 

Leviticus 19:2

The book of Leviticus is often dismissed as a collection of ancient rituals, sacrifices, and ceremonial instructions. But none of these practices were meaningless. God designed every ritual to teach His people something essential — about His holiness, their identity, and the seriousness of walking with Him.

The rituals were meant to shape the heart, not just the hands.

But over time, Israel became indifferent. What was once sacred became routine. What was meant to draw them close to God became something they performed without thought or reverence. And when the rituals lost meaning, their connection with God weakened. Just as it is today. We may have lost the connection - getting carried away by the ritualism. 

Today, Lent invites us to examine our own hearts in the same way.

We may not offer sacrifices or burn incense, but we do have rhythms of worship — prayer, communion, Scripture reading, gathering with the church. These are not empty motions. They are gifts meant to form us, awaken us, and draw us deeper into the presence of God.

Yet if we are honest, there are moments when worship feels dry. Familiar. Mechanical. We stand, sit, sing, and pray — but our hearts are somewhere else.

When that happens, Scripture calls us not to abandon the rituals, but to rediscover their meaning.

During this season, God invites us to slow down and ask:

Why do I worship?

What is the meaning behind the practices I’ve grown accustomed to?

How can I prepare my heart before I step into God’s presence?

Because the true experience of worship is not accidental.

It is the fruit of preparation — a heart that pauses, reflects, repents, and remembers.

When we rediscover the purpose behind our worship, our rituals come alive again. And when our rituals come alive, our relationship with God is revitalized.

During this Lenten season, we need to ask God to awaken our hearts again. We need to ask Him- 

Where worship has become routine, breathe new life.

Where rituals have become empty, restore their meaning.

Teach us to prepare our heart before we come before Him,

so that our worship may be sincere, joyful, and holy.

Here is a suggested Lenten Practice for the Week:

Before each act of worship — whether prayer, Scripture reading, or attending church — pause for one minute and pray:

“Lord, prepare my heart to meet You.”

You’ll be surprised how this simple preparation transforms the entire experience.

Monday Reset: God's Mercies

"It is of the Lord's mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness." Lamentations 3:22-23 (KJV)

Every sunrise is a reminder that yesterday’s failures don’t define today’s possibilities. God’s mercies are not leftovers—they are new, fresh, and tailored for the challenges ahead.

Friends, you don’t have to drag the weight of last week into this week. His mercy is a divine reset, giving you strength to face what comes and grace to begin again. Take time to breathe in this truth: 

if God’s mercy brought you to this day, His faithfulness will carry you through it.

(Based on a KJV devotional)

Bearing Fruit for Jesus: Jen Tan

Lent invites us into a quieter place — a season where Jesus gently calls us to examine the soil of our hearts. It’s a time of pruning, surrender, and returning. And in that sacred process, He reminds us of His words:

John 15:4-5 - "Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself: it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me. I am the vine, you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing".

It begins with abiding.

During Lent, Jesus often puts His finger on the places in us that have grown wild, distracted, or overgrown. Not to condemn us — but to prune us. And pruning is always a sign of love. A gardener only prunes what he intends to see flourish.

Jen Tan relates her own experience in this when she says -  

"Abide first, fruit will be the result. Fruit can’t grow out of our own willpower and human efforts. Its from the union with God. We need to stay connected to Jesus and the only way is to remain in God as we are the branches and we need to be connected to the vine.

No wonder I have tried so many times to love difficult people and still failed. In Matthew 22:39, we are told to ‘love your neighbour as yourself.’ This is a character trait I deeply long to grow in—to love those I naturally find hard to love. Now I understand why I struggled for so long, I was relying on my own strength and willpower. That kind of effort cannot sustain itself. Even when I seem to succeed for a while, the moment something they do triggers my anger, I find myself right back where I started.

Through these verses, I learnt to actively remain in God, to spend time to be in relationship with God. Being still, being quiet, and let his presence fill me. Because it is in his presence that His life flows in you. And it is his life that produces the fruit. To prioritise time with God, to spend time with God in daily basis. Not rushing through prayer, or reading a verse or go to church once a week".

Lent whispers this truth: You are meant to bear fruit — real, lasting, Christ-shaped fruit.

Lent: Servant Leadership

 

Servant Leadership is the perfect "bridge" between the humility of Ash Wednesday and the active Christian life. It moves the focus from pious feelings to practical feet.

In a Lenten context, Servant Leadership is about choosing to "descend" into greatness, just as Christ did. 

“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.” — Mark 10:45

Lent invites us into a slower rhythm—a season of reflection, repentance, and realignment. It is a journey toward the cross, but also a journey into the heart of Jesus. And at the center of His heart is a posture that turns every worldly idea of power upside down: servant leadership.
The Way of Jesus Is the Way Down
In a world that celebrates visibility, influence, and recognition, Jesus kneels.
He washes feet.
He touches the untouchable.
He listens to the overlooked.
He chooses the towel over the throne.
Lent reminds us that the path to resurrection always passes through humility. The kingdom is not advanced by those who demand position, but by those who quietly pour themselves out in love.
Servant Leadership Is Not Weakness
It is courage wrapped in compassion.
It is strength expressed through sacrifice.
It is authority anchored in obedience.
When Jesus washed His disciples’ feet, He wasn’t abandoning His identity—He was revealing it. True leadership is not diminished by service; it is defined by it.
Where Might God Be Calling You to Kneel This Lent?
To forgive someone who has wounded you
To serve without being seen
To listen more than you speak
To give without expecting return
To lead with gentleness instead of pressure
To choose obedience over convenience
Servant leadership is not a strategy—it is a surrender. It is saying, “Lord, make me more like You,” and meaning it.

The Lenten Challenge

This week, identify your "Basin." What is the one task in your home, church, or workplace that "no one wants to do"?

Do it. Not for the credit, but to train your heart to recognize the dignity in the mundane.

The Power of Prayer: Pastor Rajiv

Lent is often associated with giving things up, but, as we wrote yesterday, the true heart of this season is about taking things in. Specifically, it is about the power of prayer.

Prayer is not a religious chore or a last resort for the desperate; it is the "oxygen of the soul." It is the bridge between our earthly struggles and Heavenly strength. During these forty days, prayer becomes our primary tool for transformation. It is how we align our wandering hearts with the steady heartbeat of God.

Today, Pastor Rajiv explores how a simple "Amen" can unlock a power that changes not just your circumstances, but your very character.

Lent: Fresh Oil for a New Season

“But my horn shalt thou exalt like the horn of an unicorn: I shall be anointed with fresh oil.” Psalm 92:10 (KJV)

As we step into Lent, many of us carry the quiet weight of expectations — spiritual goals, personal commitments, responsibilities that don’t pause just because the season has begun. Lent often invites reflection, but it can also reveal how tired we truly are.

Yet Psalm 92:10 gives us a promise that meets us right where we are:

God never asks you to walk into a new season with yesterday’s strength. He offers fresh oil — a fresh anointing, fresh wisdom, fresh empowerment for today.

In Scripture, oil represents the presence and power of the Holy Spirit. It’s not something we strive for or earn. It’s something God pours out.

And that changes everything.

Because Lent is not a season of spiritual performance.

It’s a season of spiritual renewal.

It’s not about proving your devotion.

It’s about receiving His grace.

It's not about sacrificing something in our life. 

It's about adding Jesus to our life. 

Whatever is your objective this lent - remember this: 

God has fresh oil for you.

So as this season begins, pause and ask Him:

“Lord, anoint me with fresh oil.

Not just to get through the day,

but to walk in my calling with joy and excellence.”

His anointing renews what feels worn, restores what feels broken, and equips you for what He has prepared.

This Lent, may you experience not the pressure to do more —

but the invitation to receive more.

More grace.

More strength.

More presence.

More of Him.

Sabbath Prayers

                                        

Good and Gracious God. You gave the people of Jerusalem the privilege of knowing Jesus and hearing His message, but they did not listen. You have given us the Gospels, so that we too can hear His message. Please give us the ears to listen. 

Heavenly Father,

We come before You with reverence and trust, lifting up every person who is sick, weary, or broken in spirit. You are the God who heals, the God who restores, and the God who binds up the wounds of Your children. Under the shadow of Your wings, there is refuge, strength, and peace.
Lord, we intercede for those battling illness — especially cancer. Stretch out Your healing hand. Bring comfort where there is fear, strength where there is weakness, and hope where there is despair. Let Your presence fill hospital rooms, treatment centers, and quiet homes where Your children cry out to You. Please strengthen Jen who has decided to witness your love for her as she battles her sickness. We pray she start her specific treatment she is hoping for as early as you deem fit.  Also for Samira, and Joan, to strengthen them with your strength and  grace as they too undergo their treatment. 

We pray very specially for Lisa, a cancer survivor herself, and whose daughter now has been detected with Cancer at a young age. We pray for her strength and healing. 

We pray for the people in India. specially Senior citizens suffering in the extreme cold and air pollution. 

We pray for the brokenhearted — those carrying grief, loss, or exhaustion. Wrap them in Your unfailing love. Whisper Your promises into their spirits. 
And Father, we lift up the nations of the world that are hurting today.
We pray for countries facing war, disaster, hunger, or deep uncertainty.
We pray for Regions affected by conflict, where families long for safety and peace
Nations struck by natural disasters, rebuilding homes and hope. Countries facing economic hardship, where daily life is a struggle. Places where sickness and lack of healthcare bring suffering. Communities torn by division, fear, or instability
We also pray for caregivers, families, and friends who stand beside the suffering. Give them endurance, compassion, and rest. Let them feel Your nearness as they pour out their strength for others.
Father, we trust in Your Word. You are the One who said, “Fear thou not; for I am with thee.” Uphold Your children — in every nation, in every hospital, in every home — with Your righteous right hand.
We believe You are able to do exceedingly abundantly above all we ask or think. So we place every life, every need, and every nation into Your hands.

In Jesus’ mighty name, 

Amen.

Please join us every week in our Sabbath Prayer for the week. We request your support in adopting prayer points for people mentioned, in your own prayers this week and become vessels of your healing. 

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Under The Shadow

In Matthew 9:8, the crowds watched in awe as Jesus healed the paralyzed man. They “marvelled, and glorified God, which had given such power unto men.” Their wonder was not just at the miracle, but at the God who moves with compassion, authority, and limitless power.
That same God is present with every person who faces sickness today. His power has not diminished. His heart has not changed. He is still the One who heals the sick, comforts the brokenhearted, and carries His children when their strength fails.
When illness enters our lives, it is easy to feel overwhelmed by our human limits. Treatments are hard. Waiting is long. Fear whispers loudly. But Scripture reminds us again and again that our limitations are not God’s limitations. With God all things are possible. His power reaches beyond what we can see, imagine, or understand.

🌸 A Testimony of His Faithfulness (By a reader)

I have witnessed this truth in my own life. When my daughter was diagnosed with breast cancer, our hearts broke. The road ahead felt impossible. Yet we prayed — and not just us, but friends, well‑wishers, and churches who stood with us in faith. Our simple prayer was this: “Lord, heal our child, and let the side effects be minimal so she can endure the treatment.”
God heard.
God sustained.
God carried.
By His grace, the waiting periods disappeared, doctors became available and finally she entered remission within six months of treatment. She continues her follow‑up therapy, and through it all, His strength has helped her bear the side effects. Truly, His grace was sufficient. Those six months deepened our faith and reminded us that God is still a God of wonders.''
''Every morning and night, our family returns to the shelter of Psalm 91, finding peace under the shadow of the Almighty''.
We should never underestimate the power of God, nor take His presence for granted. In every season — fear, uncertainty, pain, or waiting — we can call upon His name. He invites us to lean on Him, to trust Him, and to believe that He is working for our good even when the path is hard.
He is a God of miracles.
He is near to the brokenhearted.
He holds every tear, every fear, every moment.
And to every patient, caregiver, and loved one, He speaks this promise:
“Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God:
I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.” — Isaiah 41:10 (KJV)
May this truth settle deeply into your heart today.
You are not alone.
You are not forgotten.
You are held by the One who still works wonders.
We can choose to live under the shadow of fear, doubt and hopelessness or under the shadow of the Almighty one who will protect us and heal us. Now and forever. 

Our Worst Enemy

Today, Let's us start with a question: It’s a question most of us try to avoid because it feels "unspiritual" to say yes: The question is - Do you have enemies?

There is a profound truth we often overlook. Even if we lived in a world of perfect external peace, we would still face a formidable foe. The fact is, we are often our own worst enemy.

We are the ones who whisper "you aren't good enough" when a door of opportunity opens. We are the ones who succumb to the same habits and sins we promised to break. We are the ones who allow pride to keep us from apologizing, or fear to keep us from growing. And when we do get it under control, along comes a new temptation or a new situation to light that fire once again.

The Apostle Paul captured this internal civil war perfectly in Romans 7:15: "I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do."

Let us Reflect: What is one way you have been your own enemy this week? How can we overcome it?

Overcoming the enemy within is rarely a one-time event; it is a daily rhythm of realignment. When we realize that our own "flesh"—our habits, pride, and fears—can be our greatest obstacle, we can stop fighting ourselves and start partnering with the Spirit. The fact is we don't have to "defeat" ourself; we have to surrender ourself. The more we hand the reins over to God, the less power the "inner enemy" has to steer the car.

The Bible gives us a very clear "biological" map of how the enemy within moves from a thought to a tragedy. It isn’t usually a sudden leap; it’s a birth process.

1. The Lure (Temptation)

James 1:14 says, "But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire." Notice the source: the lure isn't always thrown by the devil. Often, the "bait" is our own internal desire. Temptation itself is not sin—even Jesus was tempted—but it is the "hook" that the enemy within tries to grab.

2. The Conception (The "Yes")

The battle is won or lost in the moment of conception. James 1:15 continues: "Then desire when it has conceived gives birth to sin." Sin happens when our will shakes hands with the temptation. The "enemy within" is the part of us that wants to say "yes" to the shortcut, the lie, or the selfish impulse because it promises immediate relief or pleasure.

3. The Result - death

When we allow that inner enemy to win, the result is sin, and the end-stage of sin is always some form of "death"—the death of a relationship, the death of peace, or the death of a reputation.

How can we Short-Circuit the Cycle?

If the enemy within uses temptation as a trap, we need a "disruption" strategy:

* Starve the Desire: We often "feed" our inner enemy by what we look at, listen to, or dwell on. If you know a certain environment makes your "inner enemy" stronger, you have the power to walk away before the lure is even dropped. Avoid the triggers. 

* The "Exit" Sign: 1 Corinthians 10:13 promises that God always provides a "way of escape." The problem is that when we are in the heat of temptation, we often stop looking for the exit. Overcoming means training your eyes to look for the "Way Out" the moment you feel the "Lure."

* Confession / Acceptance as Surgery: Sin grows in the dark. The "enemy within" loves secrets. When we succumb to sin, the best way to defeat the inner enemy is to bring it into the light immediately through confession. This "kills" the infection before it can grow into something larger.

A Hard Truth: We often blame the "Devil" for things that are actually just our own un-surrendered desires. 

Realizing this is painful, but it is also liberating—because while we cannot control the Devil, we can, through the Spirit, learn to discipline our own hearts.

The Peace of Christ: Pastor Rajiv

Over the years what do you think has been the one thing that humanity has craved the most? 

It is "Peace". Right from the various movements till date. It is Peace. 

Peace remains humanity’s deepest need but the peace that humanity pursues is not the peace that is everlasting. As far as peace is concerned what each of us needs is Christ’s peace.

Today, Pastor Rajiv talks about Christ's Peace, what it means and what it looks like for each of us. 

So what exactly is Christ’s peace? how is it different to the peace that our world is pursuing?