Daily Focus | Defining Religion

There are days when hope feels thin. You believe, but barely. You pray, but with hesitation. This fragility is not failure. It is part of the human experience. God does not require strong hope. He responds to honest hope. Even a flicker can be enough.

There is a lot of misunderstanding about why evil exists in a world where millions claim to believe in the existence of (a good) God. Can this obvious paradox be reconciled?

The festive season brings colour, connection, and celebration, but it also carries quiet consequences. In many communities, December is a time of generosity and gathering, often stretching beyond what households can afford. Yet January always arrives, with school fees, transport costs, and the weight of everyday survival. This reflection is…

God bestows upon all members of His church in every age spiritual gifts that each member is to employ in loving ministry for the common good of the church and of humanity. Given by the agency of the Holy Spirit, who apportions to each member as He wills, the gifts…

Hope is often mistaken for wishful thinking or emotional optimism. In Scripture, hope is active. It is rooted in trust, shaped by memory, and sustained by promise. Waiting becomes transformative when hope is cultivated intentionally, not just endured.