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How faith turns a lion into a kitten (26 August, 2026)
These evil spirits, which sow fear and discord, are currently very active. But those who believe can defend themselves. Here are three counter-forces drawn from a divine service by the Chief Apostle.
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Spotlight 10/2026: Pressing on because God knows the way (20 August, 2026)
“Don’t be afraid. Just believe!” Our annual motto for 2026 calls on us to trust in God. District Apostle Elie Mukinda from the Democratic Republic Congo-West shows how simple that can be.
From the depths into the arms of God (19 August, 2026)
There is no way out of the abyss by our own strength. But God reaches out His hand to us. “For with the Lord there is mercy, and with Him is abundant redemption.” (Psalm 130: 7 excerpt).
A two-way street creates balance (17 August, 2026)
Honour your father and your mother. How often has this demand been misused—at the expense of the most vulnerable? A closer look at the Bible reveals that the commandment is not a one-way street.
Divine Service on third Sunday ( 16 August, 2026)
based on John 17: 20–21 (excerpt)
conducted by Priest Takeo Takashima
called up Priest Lazario Buckley
Epi-what? When the church invokes the Spirit (13 August, 2026)
The term may seem unfamiliar. But the concept is well-known: the Holy Spirit is at work in the church. How, when, and where—this is the focus of a recent pastoral letter.
Divine Service on second Sunday (9 August, 2026)
based by 2 Corinthians 5: 20
conducted by Priest Freddy Kankolongo Cisuaka
called up: Priest Takeo Takashima
Room at the table (8 August, 2026)
A small detail in an old picture unravels a profound mystery and reveals an invitation extended to every human being. Insights from a divine service with the Chief Apostle.
Old truths expose new tricks (6 August, 2026)
How do you deal with tempting offers and insinuations? Jesus’ temptations in the desert show how we can deal with them. The episode demonstrates the power of the word of God.
A peek into God’s wardrobe (5 August, 2026)
What kind of clothes do Christians wear? Where can they be found? And how much do they cost? The Chief Apostle’s answer is surprising, “We already have them. Put them on.”
A success story with a snag (4 August, 2026)
The kingdom of God starts small and insignificant, but ends up to be magnificent and extensive. The twin parables of the mustard seed and the leaven are a source of encouragement, but they also harbour provocations—at least for Jesus’ contemporaries.
Using ordinary words to describe the extraordinary (3 August. 2026)
He really did have a preaching style all His own: Jesus Christ. He was able to impart the deepest truths using the simplest, shortest everyday stories. However, most people were missing one key ingredient for understanding the mystery and message behind the parables.
