Wednesday Encouragement — Keep Your Eyes Upon Christ

Blessings, dear brothers and sisters in Christ.

We have reached the midpoint of another week. On Monday, we reminded ourselves that after gathering to worship on the Lord’s Day, we were sent back into the world to live what we profess and faithfully serve our Lord Jesus Christ.

Now, halfway through the week, perhaps the pressures of life have already begun to distract us.

Responsibilities accumulate. Problems arise unexpectedly. News from around the world troubles our hearts. Financial concerns, family responsibilities, health concerns, and the countless demands of everyday life can slowly pull our attention away from the One upon whom our eyes must remain fixed.

That is why today we need to remind ourselves again:

Keep your eyes upon Christ.

Peter walked upon the water while his attention remained upon Jesus. But when he looked at the wind and the waves surrounding him, fear replaced faith and he began to sink.

How often do we do the same?

We look at the storms instead of the Savior. We concentrate upon our problems rather than His promises. We become overwhelmed by circumstances while forgetting that the sovereign Lord who controls the wind and the waves is walking with us through the storm.

“But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me.” — Matthew 14:30

And immediately, Jesus reached out His hand.

What a beautiful reminder for us today. When our strength begins to fail, we do not need complicated words. Sometimes the most powerful prayer is simply:

“Lord, save me. Lord, strengthen me. Lord, guide me.”

Whatever you are facing today, bring it before Him. Our sovereign God has not lost control of one single detail of our lives.

And while we carry our own burdens, let us remain sensitive to those around us. Someone you encounter today may also be struggling silently. God may use your prayer, your encouragement, your compassion, or your testimony of Christ to strengthen them.

So let us continue through the remainder of this week faithfully doing what God has called us to do.

Do not watch the storm.
Watch the Savior.
Do not surrender to fear.
Walk by faith.

“Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith.” — Hebrews 12:2

May our Lord strengthen us, guide us, and keep our hearts firmly fixed upon Him as we continue serving together.

Serving Christ Together for His Glory Alone.

Soli Deo Gloria.

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I’m excited to share something very close to my heart.

I recently created a 34-page Christian premarital guide titled Before We Say “I Do” — Honest Questions About Sex, Intimacy & Marriage for Christian Couples.

It is not a full-length book in the traditional sense. It is more of a simple, practical guide created to help Christian couples have honest, faith-centered conversations before marriage.

The guide was born from a simple realization: many Christian couples are preparing for marriage but are still afraid or embarrassed to talk openly about sex and intimacy. Some speak about it in coded language, while others simply do not know what questions to ask.

It covers intimacy, expectations, affection, emotional safety, the wedding night, sexual health, family planning, boundaries, communication, and building healthy anticipation without compromising Christian convictions.

My desire is simple: that Christian couples learn to prepare without practising, communicate without shame, and invite God into every part of their marriage.

Marriage is too important for silence.

Before We Say “I Do”
By Marvelous Oluwamayokun Chidiebere

The guide will be available on Amazon soon. If you would like a copy immediately, you can contact me on 0701 540 395 25.

**Jesus Calls Everyone to Repentance and New Life**

Peter From Sinner to Transformed Man

Peter was an ordinary fisherman, living a simple life, when Jesus called him to become a "fisher of men" (Matthew 4:19). Even while walking alongside Jesus, Peter still carried his human weaknesses — impulsive, full of passions, and he even denied his own Master in a moment of persecution (Luke 22:54-62).

But Jesus already knew this and interceded for him: *"Simon, Simon, behold, Satan has asked to sift you as wheat; but I have prayed for you, that your faith may not fail"* (Luke 22:31-32).

After the resurrection, Peter received the visitation of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost (Acts 2:1-4), and from then on he became a different man. So much so that, faced with the lie of Ananias and Sapphira, who deceived the Holy Spirit, Peter confronted them with authority — and both fell dead before God (Acts 5:1-11). A sign that God does not delight in falsehood among those who follow Him.

Peter, now transformed, teaches us that our body is a temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19) and that those born of God live in holiness — without lying, envy, immorality, theft, or fraud (Galatians 5:19-21).

**On sin and repentance:**

- *"For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God"* (Romans 3:23)
- *"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins"* (1 John 1:9)
- *"Repent therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out"* (Acts 3:19)
- *"I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but that the wicked turn from his way and live"* (Ezekiel 33:11)

God does not desire the sinner's condemnation, but awaits their repentance and conversion with an open heart. He hears the prayer of those who sincerely seek Him.

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God has never left my side.
No matter what comes my way, I choose to trust His presence, His love, and His perfect plan.

Verse of the Day
Matthew 22:37 ESV
And he said to him, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.

It’s probably one of the hardest things to do.

Sometimes clarity comes after the conversation is over — when we replay it and realize we wish we had listened a little longer, spoken a little less, or simply been kinder.

I suspect I’m not the only one who has had that thought afterward.

“Be quick to hear, slow to speak…”
— James 1:19 NASB

Listen to Him.

So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless.

1 Corinthians 15:58 NLT

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God’s Word reminds us of the joy and freedom of belonging to Jesus.

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It is the best riches not to desire riches.

Thomas Brooks

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Loving Father, please give me Your strength and mercy each morning.

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For God saved us and called us to live a holy life. He did this, not because we deserved it, but because that was His plan from before the beginning of time—to show us His grace through Christ Jesus.

2 Timothy 1:9 NLT