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Make Me a Blessing

"Scripture foresaw that God would justify the Gentiles by faith, and announced the gospel in advance to Abraham: ‘All nations will be blessed through you.’" (Gal 3:8 NIV)

The hymn “Make Me a Blessing” is more than a prayer to do good deeds; it is a response to God’s redemptive plan for the world. God promised Abraham that all nations would be blessed through him, a promise ultimately fulfilled through Jesus Christ. Through Christ’s life, death, and resurrection, God’s saving grace has reached all who believe.

Having received this priceless gift, we are called not only to rejoice in God’s grace but also to share it with others. Our response should be gratitude. Every good gift comes from God’s gracious hand, and a thankful heart naturally overflows in praise and service. As we give thanks, God shapes us into channels through which His blessings can flow to others.

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In the Garden

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“She turned around and saw Jesus.” (Jn 20:14)

When we come to believe in Jesus and confess Him as the guardian of our souls, we find ourselves drawn to His door—a door that opens into a beautiful garden. Faith leads us there, and by His grace, we’ve been given the key to enter in.

The hymn “In the Garden” speaks to this intimate encounter with Jesus, reflecting the deep joy and companionship found in His presence. The chorus beautifully captures the sweetness of this relationship:

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When the Wind Blows

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I recall sitting in the wee hours of the morning listening to a sermon centred on Song of Solomon 4:16: “Awake, O north wind, and come, O south wind! Blow upon my garden, let its spices flow ….” I remember listening to the speaker and feeling wow… this verse is truly beautiful. I want to live this verse. I want the wind to blow upon me so that it will bring out my fragrance to the Lord. At the same time, I was fearful of what the wind might bring.

When I was feeling inexpressible peace and joy after my grandfather’s passing in September 2022, I wondered to myself, “Is God preparing me for something more challenging?” There was a feeling that God was training me in prayer to trust in Him and that in the future, the wind would blow upon me.

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Delayed Gratification

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We are living in a fast-paced world where things move very fast and instant. Information can be obtained with just a click of our fingertips. Technological advancement has made it possible to purchase food and products without the need to step out from our house. Slowly but surely, this will shape future generations who demand instant rewards and cannot stand delayed gratification.

What is delayed gratification? It is resistance to the temptation of an immediate pleasure in the hope of obtaining a valuable and long-lasting reward in the long term. It is akin to the saying that “good things come to those who wait.” However, teaching our kids to practice delayed gratification is pretty tough in today’s world of instant gratification.

Let us look at what the Bible says about the spiritual aspect of delayed gratification and later, we will discuss some ideas on how to help our kids develop this virtue.

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You Are the Light of the World

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“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden.” (Mt 5:14)

As the light of the world, Jesus brings light to mankind. We are children of light. We ought to let Jesus’ light shine through us. As a lamp gives light to everyone around it, we are to manifest God’s truth and goodness to the people around us. Being sanctified by God’s words, living a clean life, bearing the fruit of the Spirit, and having good deeds that show love for people are ways to reflect God’s goodness.

The ultimate purpose of religious belief is to allow people to experience the presence of God and to walk with Him in the light. We should let our light shine because one day, our light may lead someone out of the darkness. Thus, let us not only shine the blessed gospel light but also brighten the corner wherever we are.

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