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The present wicked world has little good to say about Christians anymore. Even western society which was largely founded on Biblical principles only tolerates us, because they require these same “freedoms and rights” to protect their sin. We can only imagine the reaction of the world when we are caught up to be with Christ—perhaps ranging from “good riddance” to “woe is me.” May our light shine brightly in these dark times as we beseech others—in Christ’s stead, to be reconciled to God. —Rick Morse

Materialism dominates the modern world, but Christ showed that man requires more than the physical to exist. The Israelites seemed always to forsake the spiritual in favour of the physical. Our Lord did the opposite: He refused to put the material ahead of His Father’s word. Even in the face of extreme personal need, Christ would not use His power independent of His Father’s will. The Christian life is designed for living in dependence on God’s instructions. Like our Lord, we must daily immerse ourselves in His Word for guidance, strength, and spiritual sustenance. —K. R. Keyser

Excitedly the two Emmaus disciples joined the eleven in Jerusalem’s upper room. What news they had to share! But unlike their friends, Jesus had joined them in their home for an evening meal, and they had enjoyed the risen Christ as He broke their bread. This was not worship on the Lord’s Day, but it was friends enjoying a meal together. It was no ordinary day but it was in an ordinary home, over an ordinary meal. What an experience! May we not limit our fellowship with our Lord to the Lord’s Supper, but enjoy Him in every experience of life. —Arnot P. McIntee

Jeremiah lived in a time of great departure from God. It was a difficult time to be Jehovah's servant but he recognized that the Lord was sovereign over his life. He alone had the right to direct his steps. Often we are satisfied with our limited view of life, but remember, God has a complete overview. It is better to submit to His will and let Him “direct our steps”. We may not understand His purposes, or the path of His choosing, but if we “delight in His way” we will soon find out His way is best! —James Comte

No!? A curious answer to a question that seems clear. The problem was that Joshua had asked the wrong question. The Lord answered the one he should have asked. Joshua wanted to know if the Lord was on His side. The Lord wanted to know if Joshua was on His side. As we face the challenges of life we may wonder if God is on our side. He always is! But what about our allegiance to Him? Often He chooses to use trials and adversity to restore us to Himself. May we be loyal and true. —S. McEachern

Eli is often seen sitting. It reflected his relaxed attitude towards God's work. Our Lord was always active in ministry for His Father. But, when He had finished that work and purged our sins, He sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high. Eli sat and died! Our Lord died, and He sat down! He is now seated on the throne of Grace so that we may obtain mercy, and find grace in time of need. We have a great High Priest! —K. C. Ung

I run a programme at a local college. Before each class I write the names of those who attend in a book. At the end of term I cook a meal for all my students. Some times though, someone will come to the door and state that they were in my class. I simply open the book and check if their name is on the page. If it is not, there is no entrance. A far greater entrance looms for all of us. God's book lists those who will enter heaven. Is your name written in the Book of Life?—J. Fleming

The Nazarite was manifestly different in the sight of men. Should not a Christian be different in the eyes of the ungodly? We are ambassadors of Christ, children of God, joint-heirs with Christ, possessors of unsearchable riches. Our kingdom is not of this world and our inheritance is in heaven. We should not just be different, we should be vastly different. Worldliness and immodesty are absent. Flamboyance is not seen. Such behaviour brings ridicule from the ungodly. Let it not be said of us. —R. Surgenor

To be led by the Spirit of God demands a willing obedience and surrender to Him. It is not a forced march! The Holy Spirit expresses Christ’s call within us and it is as real today as the day when it was uttered, "If any man will come after me ,let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me," (Luke 9:23). Being led and following are the voluntary acts of an obedient disciple. He leads us from ourselves to Himself and from our will to His will. Will you follow?—Drew Craig

Reflect upon the three word phrases in this text: “Lord Jesus Christ.” His names and titles testify to His supremacy. “He was rich.” All the wealth of Deity is His eternally. “He became poor.” Bethlehem, Nazareth and Calvary are land-marks in His journey of voluntary humiliation. “For your sakes.” What an amazing climax to a tremendous story!—George Hall