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Matthew 25:1–13: With everything happening in the world today, there is a question we often shy away from a question that challenges us to look beyond the here and now: Are you ready for the return of Jesus Christ? We hear about wars, uncertainty, suffering, and changes happening around us. While we cannot know what to

Our youth explored two important lessons from the life and teachings of Jesus. First, we learned how Jesus welcomed and blessed the little children, reminding us that we should come to Him with childlike faith, humility, and trust. Next, we looked at the rich man who struggled to surrender his possessions to follow Jesus. This challenged us to consider what may be keeping us from putting God first in our lives. Through discussion and reflection, the youth were encouraged to e

Week: Haman's Very Bad Day The Insomnia of King Ahasuerus (v. 1): On the very night before Haman plans to ask for Mordecai's execution, King Ahasuerus cannot sleep. Instead of calling for entertainment, he orders the official royal chronicles to be read to him. The Forgotten Good Deed (v. 2–3): The reader is reminded that Mordecai previously saved the king's life by exposing an assassination plot by two eunuchs (Bigthana and Teresh). The king discovers that Mordecai was never

Scripture: Luke 9:23–24; Galatians 2:20 Jesus said, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.” — Luke 9:23 (NIV) Have you ever wondered what it truly means to pick up your cross and follow Jesus? Is it simply attending church, reading the Bible, and praying, or is Jesus calling us to something deeper? Following Jesus means surrendering our own desires, trusting His plans above our own, and choosing obedience even when

This week, I was reminded of a song that holds a very special place in my heart: “Let Your Living Waters Flow.” Whenever I hear this song, I am taken back to a defining moment in my life , the day I walked down the aisle to declare my love for Christ and receive Him as my Saviour. Coming from a Hindu background, this decision was not a small one. Choosing to follow Jesus meant stepping into unfamiliar territory, and for my parents, it was a difficult journey to accept my deci

1. Jesus Feeds the Four Thousand (Mark 8:1-10) Event: Jesus miraculously feeds a large crowd of 4,000 people with seven loaves of bread and a few small fish. After everyone is satisfied, seven baskets of leftovers remain. Lesson: This miracle demonstrates Jesus' compassion and divine provision, even in situations that seem impossible. It also echoes a similar miracle in Mark 6, highlighting the disciples' recurring doubts and the importance of trusting Jesus. 2. The Pharisees

Esther's Bold Approach: After three days of fasting and prayer, Queen Esther risks her life by entering the inner court of King Xerxes (Ahasuerus) unsummoned. The Golden Scepter: The king shows favor to Esther by extending his golden scepter to her, offering her anything up to half of his kingdom. The First Banquet: Instead of making her main request immediately, Esther invites the king and Haman to a private banquet she has prepared. The Second Invitation: At the first feast

This week, our youth explored the powerful story of Jesus feeding the 5,000 from Mark 6:30-52 Through the story, they reflected on how Jesus saw the needs of the crowd and responded with compassion, and how He used the small offering of a boy , five loaves and two fish to do something far greater than anyone could imagine. Our youth discussed: 🍞 How Jesus responded to people in need ❤️ What this teaches us about compassion and serving others 🙏 How we can trust God when what

I. Introduction to Week 4 The Theme of the Week: Moving from passive survival to active, courageous alignment with God's hidden providence. II. The Public Grief of Mordecai and the Jews (Esther 4:1–3) A Radical Response to Crisis: Mordecai tears his clothes, puts on sackcloth and ashes, and cries out bitterly in public. A Nation in Mourning: The decree triggers widespread fasting, weeping, and wailing among the Jewish communities across the 127 provinces. Theological Focus: F

Pastor Nathan and his wife Amy, are members of BCBC, Nathan and his wife, Amy, have been living in Thailand for the past four years, serving as missionaries with Saphan Siam Foundation. Their ministry focuses on strengthening and equipping the Thai church, particularly through training pastors and translating valuable Christian resources from English into Thai. Nathan and Amy have been married for almost four years. Although they do not have children of their own, they are c

Zacchaeus was a man who had many challenges. He was a tax collector, a profession that was often associated with dishonesty and corruption. He was wealthy, but his wealth could not give him the acceptance or significance he was looking for. He was also physically short, yet he refused to let his limitations keep him from seeking Jesus. When Zacchaeus heard that Jesus was passing by, he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore tree just to see Him. What a picture of determination! He

This week was an interesting one for me. I lost a ring that has great sentimental value to me. I searched frantically for it from Monday through Thursday, looking everywhere I could think of. I had almost given up, but then I thought, “Let me check one more time.” And there it was—I found my ring! Finding it reminded me of the parable of the lost sheep in Luke 15:4–7, where Jesus tells us about the shepherd who leaves the ninety-nine to go after the one that is lost. It made

Week 3: This week, we continued our journey through Esther 3:1–15 and met Haman, a man who quickly rose to power in King Ahasuerus’ administration. The king gave Haman great authority, and everyone was expected to bow before him. But Mordecai refused. What may have seemed like a simple act of defiance soon became much more serious. Haman’s pride and hatred led him to make a devastating plan against God’s people. We also looked back at Haman’s connection to King Agag and the A

In Mark 1:1–20, we see the beginning of Jesus’ ministry and the announcement of something life-changing: the Kingdom of God has come near. John the Baptist came first, preparing the way for Jesus and calling people to repent and turn back to God. Then Jesus was baptized, and the Holy Spirit descended upon Him as God declared His love and pleasure in His Son. After His time in the wilderness, Jesus began proclaiming the good news: “The time has come,” he said. “The kingdom of

The lesson focused on helping the students understand that we don’t know everything and we can’t control everything—but God sees the whole picture. Because He is in control, we can trust Him and make wise choices with what we can control. Key Activities: Opening Hook – “Can I Control It?” Students sorted different situations into what they can control and what they can’t control. Game – “Puzzle You Can’t See” Students worked on puzzles with missing pieces and limited visibili

What We’ve Been Discussing This Sunday: We read through Hebrews 4 together, and somehow our discussion led us into an interesting conversation about what it means to “pray in the Spirit.” From there, we explored the topic of spiritual gifts and shared different perspectives and questions about how the Holy Spirit works in the life of a believer. It was a thoughtful and engaging discussion that reminded us of the value of studying God’s Word together and learning from one anot

Esther 2:1–23 This week we continue the story of Esther and are reminded of an important truth: God is at work even when we cannot see Him. Although God’s name is never mentioned in Esther 2, His providence is evident throughout the story. He is quietly directing circumstances, people, decisions, and even the ordinary details of life to accomplish His purposes. Esther enters a difficult and unfamiliar world, the Persian king’s harem, where the women were placed in fierce comp

Ephesians 2:8 reminds us: “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God.” God’s grace is a gift we could never earn or deserve. It is His unmerited favor, His forgiveness, His love, and His faithfulness toward us. Sometimes we recognize God’s grace in the big moments of life, but His grace is also present in the ordinary moments in the strength to keep going, the forgiveness we receive, the doors He opens, and ev

As believers, we believe in prayer. We believe that God hears us, that He is able to do the impossible, and that nothing is beyond His power. Yet, sometimes, without even realizing it, we can begin to think there is a formula for prayer—a certain way we must pray, fast, or believe that will guarantee the answer we are hoping for. This week, I received devastating news: my German Shepherd, Zeke, has cancer. While waiting for the results of his biopsy, I fasted and prayed. I pr

Growing up, I was convinced tea had a special potion in it. Not just any potion the kind that could solve almost every problem! Bad day? Drink tea. Difficult conversation coming? Have some tea. Feeling sick? Drink tea. Not sure what to do? Well… make another cup of tea! As I grew older, I realised it wasn't actually the tea that had the magic potion. It was what happened when I stopped, sat down, became quiet, and took a moment to breathe. Somehow, things looked a little cl