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Wanted: Prayer-Warriors!
Jan Philip Svetlik November 8, 2026
“Satan demanded… but I have prayed for you.” (Luke 22:31–32)  The Son of God knew everything that would happen to Him (see John 18:4). But…
The sleeping sword: Christ is struck
Gerrid Setzer November 7, 2026
The sword of God’s judgment has been asleep. Now it wakes up and becomes a slaughtering sword (cf. Ezek 21:20). However, it is not directed…
God is on the throne!
November 6, 2026
No purpose of God can be thwarted. Man may be godless, but God goes His way. Man may have a lot to say, but God…
God Cares for Widows
Gerrid Setzer November 5, 2026
In Luke’s Gospel, the Gospel of grace, many widows are mentioned. That is very striking. We see that these women were and are able to…
Overcoming Doubts
Jan Philip Svetlik November 3, 2026
“But I have prayed for you, that your faith should not fail; and when you have returned to Me, strengthen your brethren.” (Luke 22:32)   …
An Almost Perfect Church with a Flaw
unknown November 1, 2026
“But I have this against you, that you have left your first love. Therefore remember from where you have fallen, and repent and do the…
Take the initiative!
October 31, 2026
“Someone really ought to do that.” We all know this sentence, whether at home, at school, among friends, or in the assembly. We see that…
When the Righteous One Prays
Jan Philip Svetlik October 30, 2026
Although the Son of God had expressly warned Peter, he contradicted Him. Only a little while later he denied his Master three times. How did…
Grumbling and complaining
Gerrid Setzer October 28, 2026
Did you get a cold shower? Do not take seriously all words which are spoken, so that you will not hear your slave cursing you.…
Why do you pray? | Lamentations 2:19
Jan Philip Svetlik October 27, 2026
The question, “Why do you pray?” sounds a bit banal, but it is worth taking the time to think about it calmly. We can quickly…
The local pastoral service| Acts 20:28
Hartmut Mohncke October 26, 2026
“Therefore take heed to yourselves and to all the flock, among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the church of God…
Trust in Self, or Trust in God?
Jan Philip Svetlik October 25, 2026
“Simon, Simon, behold, Satan demanded to have you, that he might sift you like wheat, but I have prayed for you that your faith may…
The perfect example: The footsteps of Christ
Gerrid Setzer October 24, 2026
“For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that you should follow His steps: “Who committed no sin,…
When a crisis arises
Hartmut Mohncke October 23, 2026
Who would have thought that the whole world would plunge into a crisis because of a virus? However we assess the virus’s danger and the…
Lines and lessons (8)
various October 22, 2026
The crown of life is not for the one who has never trembled, but for the one who, despite trembling, has not let go. (W.…
Thankful to the End
Jan Philip Svetlik October 21, 2026
When Jesus was 12, He went with His parents to Jerusalem for the Passover. About 21 years later, we see Him with His disciples as…
Nebuchadnezzar’s pride and the consequences
Dirk Mütze October 19, 2026
Nebuchadnezzar’s pride brought God’s judgment over him. The judgment was that Nebuchadnezzar’s kingship would have to give way. And then God says: “You will be…
Revival – but how?
C.A. October 18, 2026
Revival. When you hear the word “revival,” you may first think of people like Charles Spurgeon, Martin Luther, George Whitfield, Georg Müller, or other well-known…
He who prophesies | 1 Corinthians 14:3
unknown October 17, 2026
Today’s Bible verse is about proclaiming the Word of God in the assembly. First, the question arises: What is prophecy? The biblical answer is in…
Prayer: Learning from the Master
Jan Philip Svetlik October 16, 2026
“Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.…
The Grain Offering: Christ’s Perfect Life
Gerrid Setzer October 15, 2026
“You tested my heart, you searched me by night; you purified me – you found nothing.” Psalm 17:3 An Israelite could voluntarily bring a grain…