Through Jesus, We Can Fulfill Our Destiny
For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain. Philippians 1:21 NKJV Paul felt the destiny of his life was to share the Gospel, even if it meant facing constant persecution and even death. And now I am bound by the Spirit to go to Jerusalem. I don’t know what awaits me, … Continue reading –>
Monday: To Die Is Gain
Daily Lesson for Monday 12th of January 2026 In case you have not noticed, we are all, as believers especially, involved in the great controversy, which rages all around us and, indeed, in us as well. We all, in one way or another, experience the reality of this cosmic struggle, and we will until the … Continue reading –>
Sunday: “Christ Will Be Magnified”
Daily Lesson for Sunday 11th of January 2026 Read Philippians 1:19-20. What seems to be Paul’s expectation as to the outcome of his trial? What does he consider even more important than being acquitted? Although Paul was no criminal, this was not the first time that he had been imprisoned, and he was no stranger … Continue reading –>
Sabbath: Life and Death
Daily Lesson for Sabbath 10th of January 2026 Read for This Week’s Study: Philippians 1:19-30, 1 Corinthians 4:14-16, 2 Corinthians 10:3-6, John 17:17-19, Micah 6:8, Acts 14:22. Memory Text: “For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain” (Philippians 1:21, NKJV). Death, we’re often told, is just part of life. That’s a … Continue reading –>
Inside Story: Messenger of God
Inside Story for Friday 9th of January 2026 Oscar has worked as a Global Mission pioneer for 10 years, leading 120 people to baptism and planting two churches. He hopes to open a third church soon. Learn more about Global Mission pioneers at bit.ly/GMPioneers. Oscar stood still, praying, as three barking, snarling dogs surrounded him … Continue reading –>
Friday: Further Thought – Reasons for Thanksgiving and Prayer
Daily Lesson for Friday 9th of January 2026 Further Thought “Many are unable to make definite plans for the future. Their life is unsettled. They cannot discern the outcome of affairs, and this often fills them with anxiety and unrest. Let us remember that the life of God’s children in this world is a pilgrim … Continue reading –>
Thursday: Prayer Power
Daily Lesson for Thursday 8th of January 2026 Read Colossians 1:9-12. What specific requests do you find in Paul’s prayer? Paul prays “that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will.” Paul describes knowing God’s will as “wisdom and spiritual understanding” (Colossians 1:9, NKJV). Wisdom comes, first of all, by trusting God fully, … Continue reading –>
Wednesday: Gospel Fruit
Daily Lesson for Wednesday 7th of January 2026 Paul’s relationship with the Colossians was different from his relationship with those in Philippi. He included them among those who “have not seen my face in the flesh” (Colossians 2:1). Nevertheless, Paul assures them, as he did the Philippians, that he thanks God for them and is … Continue reading –>
Tuesday: Spiritual Discernment Applied
Daily Lesson for Tuesday 6th of January 2026 The Philippians were understandably distressed when they heard of Paul’s imprisonment. Now his work was severely limited. He could not travel. He could not preach. He could not visit the synagogues and teach people about Jesus as the Messiah. He could no longer raise up churches. The … Continue reading –>
Monday: Paul’s Prayer Requests
Daily Lesson for Monday 5th of January 2026 Some years ago, there was a pastor who talked about prayers that revolve around me, me, me, and my needs or desires. He aptly characterized them as “selfish little prayers,” because God has bigger things in mind. Read Paul’s prayer in Philippians 1:9-11. What is its focus, … Continue reading –>