He Makes My Feet Like Hind’s Feet (Sunday, January 11, 2026)

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by Pastor Sam Peter

It is a blessing to gather in the presence of God today, for whenever His word is spoken, He is speaking directly to each of us. My prayer is that we receive from God—not from humans—so that His truth penetrates our hearts and finds application in our daily lives.

Rising to the High Places

We are not a people designated to stay in the valley; we must stand high. God equips us with spiritual strength and stability, much like a deer climbing steep heights.

• The Strength of the Hind: In 2nd Samuel 22:34, the Word says He makes my feet like "hinds' feet". A hind is specifically a female deer, uniquely equipped for these heights.

• The Lord as Our Strength: As written in Habakkuk 3:18-19, the Lord God is our strength, making our feet like hind's feet so we can walk on our high places.

• Spiritual Ambition: We should never be satisfied with where we are currently; we must have an ambition to climb to a higher spiritual level.

• Defining the Heights: These "high places" represent spiritual maturity, holiness, and a deeper intimacy with God.

• Glorifying the Body: While we focus on the spirit, we also honor God by keeping our bodies healthy through exercise and good food, as we are called to glorify Him with our bodies.

The Conditions for the Ascent

God’s promise to make our feet like hinds' feet is not something to be taken for granted; there is always a condition to reaching the level where He wants us to be.

• Purity of Heart and Hand: According to Psalms 24:3-4, those who ascend the hill of the Lord must have clean hands and a pure heart, not lifting their souls to falsehood.

• Preparation of the Mind: We must prepare our hearts and our thinking to be holy so we can get to the higher place God has for us.

• Reliance on Grace: Even when we feel weak—physically, mentally, or financially—2nd Corinthians 12:9 reminds us that His grace is sufficient for us.

• Overcoming Limitations: We all have limitations that hinder us, but God gives us His grace to overcome them and move to the highest places.

• Total Trust: To keep our path straight, Proverbs 3:5-6 instructs us to trust in the Lord with all our heart and not lean on our own understanding.

Prepared for the World

God does not only want us to stay on the high places; He prepares our feet to carry the gospel of peace back down into the valley and out into the world.

• The Beauty of the Messenger: Isaiah 52:7 highlights how lovely the feet are of those who bring good news, announce peace, and bring hope and happiness.

• Protective Preparation: Ephesians 6:15 tells us to have our feet "shod" with the preparation of the gospel of peace.

• Spiritual Armor: To be "shod" implies wearing special protective shoes—like steel-toed boots—that keep our feet safe from obstacles while we proclaim the Word.

• The Boat in the Water: We are designed to live in this world, just as a boat is designed for water. However, we must ensure the world does not get inside us, or we will sink.

• Floating Above: Even if we aren't "handy" people by nature, we must understand that God has placed us here to float and stay on top of the world's influences.

The Power of Fellowship

We do not climb these mountains alone; this is why we have fellowship and the support of one another.

• Active Encouragement: We must use every method—calls or texts—to check on one another, offering a word of encouragement to those who may be struggling.

• Shared Growth: We should not be satisfied with where we are as individuals, families, or a church; we must climb to experience God's presence more deeply.

• God is Sufficient: Even when we feel alone or downcast, we must remember that God is sufficient to supply all our needs and strengthen our feet to overcome any obstacle.

Conclusion

In conclusion, let us walk firm in faith, knowing that our work is holy and directed by God. When we face the obstacles of daily life, we do so with the strength of the hind, refusing to be disappointed because our God is sufficient for every need. As we trust in Him, pray, and maintain our fellowship, we will surely get to that high place He has prepared for us. Amen.

The Most Valuable Treasure (Sunday, January 4, 2026)

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by Manoj MK

Greetings, church. This morning, my prayer is that we catch a fresh revelation of who the Lord is and how His presence can truly change us. We began with the parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price in Matthew 13:44–45, reminding us that the Kingdom of Heaven is worth giving up everything we own. This is the heart behind our meditation today: finding that one thing that is more valuable than any earthly pursuit.

The Journey of the Presence

For many years, the Ark of the Covenant—which symbolized the very presence of God—was missing from Israel. It eventually sat in the house of Abinadab, while the official tabernacle stood empty and devoid of glory. When King David finally attempted to bring the Ark to Jerusalem, he did not inquire of God's proper order and tried to move it on a cart. After the tragic death of Uzzah, a fearful David left the Ark at the house of a man named Obed-Edom the Gittite.

Key Points

• The Symbolism of the Ark (1 Chronicles 13:6): The Ark pointed to Jesus Christ; its acacia wood and gold spoke of His humanity and divinity, while the manna, Aaron's rod, and the commandments inside showed Him as the fulfillment of all things.

• God’s Presence Brings Total Blessing (1 Chronicles 13:14): When Obed-Edom opened his house to the Ark, the Lord blessed his household and everything he owned in just three months.

• A Hunger for the Presence Over Possessions (1 Chronicles 15:17–18): After tasting God’s glory, Obed-Edom was no longer satisfied with his old life; he left his house, farms, and local influence to follow the Ark to Jerusalem.

• The Humility of a Gatekeeper (1 Chronicles 15:18): He was willing to start at the bottom, choosing to be a gatekeeper just to stay near the source of blessing.

• The Danger of a Casual Attitude (1 Chronicles 15:13): We learn from David’s failure that we cannot be casual about God; we must consult Him about the "proper order" of handling His presence.

• Deepening the Desire to Minister (1 Chronicles 15:21): Obed-Edom was not satisfied staying at the gate; he learned to play musical instruments to get closer to the Ark and celebrate the Lord.

• A Personal Pursuit Beyond Lineage (1 Chronicles 15:18): Though he was a "Gittite"—likely of Philistine origin—his heart was perfect before the Lord, proving God’s presence is for anyone who desires it.

• A Permanent Legacy of Devotion (1 Chronicles 16:38): His commitment was so contagious that he brought 68 of his relatives into the ministry to serve alongside him.

• The Presence vs. The Past (1 Chronicles 16:39–40): We must not be content "sacrificing in Gibeon" where the Ark is absent; we need a new, manifest revelation of God in our lives today.

• A Permanent Inheritance (1 Chronicles 26:4–5, 15): Because he valued the presence of God, Obed-Edom received a permanent place in the history of Israel and a lasting inheritance for his sons.

• The Stamp of Devotion (2 Chronicles 25:24): Even 220 years later, the house of God was still associated with his name, showing that a life lived for God's glory leaves a permanent mark.

Closing Thoughts

I urge you this year: do not be satisfied with religious traditions where the presence of God is missing. Like Obed-Edom, let us seek the Lord's closeness above all earthly comforts, entertainment, or leisure. One thing have we desired of the Lord, and that will we seek after: to behold His beauty and inquire in His temple. If you truly seek Him, you will find a treasure more valuable and permanent than anything this world can offer.

The Hope of THE Christian (Sunday, Dec 28, 2025)

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By Manoj MK

Please turn with me to 1 Corinthians 13:13:

“And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love.”

This is a very familiar verse to all of us. Today, I am not going to speak about love. But before we go any further, let us bow our hearts and ask the Lord to bless His Word.

Faith, Hope, and Love

Scripture tells us that three things remain: faith, hope, and love.

If I were to ask which of these we hear preached about the most, many of us would say faith. Others would say love. But very few would say hope.

And that is why I want to speak today about hope.

Hope Mentioned Alongside Faith and Love

Let us turn to 1 Thessalonians 1:3:

“Constantly bearing in mind your work of faith, labor of love, and steadfastness of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ in the presence of God our Father.”

Once again, we see faith, love, and hope together.

Now turn with me to Colossians 1:3–5:

“We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, because we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and the love you have for all the saints—the faith and love that spring from the hope stored up for you in heaven.”

This verse deeply struck me.

It tells us that faith and love spring from hope.

That means:

• Our faith in Christ Jesus

• Our love for all the saints

originate from the hope laid up for us in heaven.

Hope is not secondary. It is foundational.

Who Are the Saints?

Paul speaks of love “for all the saints.”

If you are washed by the blood of Jesus Christ, you are a saint.

You are set apart.
You are holy brethren.
This is not reserved for a select few.

This is something we ought to rejoice in every day.

What Is Biblical Hope?

In everyday language, the word hope is used casually:

• “I hope it rains.”

• “I hope things get better.”

• “I hope so.”

That kind of hope is often nothing more than a wish.

But biblical hope is not wishful thinking.

Biblical hope is:

• A confident expectation

• A settled assurance

• A firm conviction rooted in God’s promises

What Biblical Hope Is Not

Biblical hope is not:

• A promise of an easier life

• A guarantee of material success

• A way to get more things from God

Christian hope is not centered on better circumstances in this world.

What Biblical Hope Truly Is

Biblical hope is centered on:

• The finished work of Christ

• The resurrection of Jesus

• The return of the Lord

• The eternal future of the believer

It is the deep conviction that:

This world, with all its pleasures and all its problems, is passing away—and a greater reality awaits us.

An Illustration of Eternity

Think of a child in the womb.

The child knows only that environment and assumes that is all there is. But the real world comes after birth.

In the same way:

• This life is temporary

• Eternity is our true home

That is the perspective of Christian hope.

Our Citizenship Is in Heaven

Scripture tells us that our citizenship is in heaven.

We belong first to the Kingdom of God.

Salvation means:

• We stop living for ourselves

• We begin living under God’s rule

• His desires become our desires

A Living Hope Through the Resurrection

Turn to 1 Peter 1:3–4:

“According to His great mercy, He has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, reserved in heaven for you.”

Our hope is living because Christ is alive.

The Glory That Is to Be Revealed

Romans 8:18 says:

“I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory that is to be revealed in us.”

This glory includes the redemption of our bodies.

Scripture repeatedly teaches that:

• The corruptible will put on the incorruptible

• Mortality will be swallowed up by life

Romans 8:23–25 reminds us that we eagerly wait for:

• Adoption as sons and daughters

• The redemption of our bodies

We are waiting for the redemption of our bodies. This is part of our hope.

And when he appears, we shall be like Him.

1 John 3:2 declares:

“When He appears, we shall be like Him, for we shall see Him as He is.”

This is the blessed hope of the church.

The Holy Spirit as Our Guarantee

2 Corinthians 5:1–5 tells us:

• Our earthly body is a tent

• God has prepared a heavenly dwelling

• The Holy Spirit is the pledge—the guarantee

We are the temple of the Holy Spirit.

We belong to God.

Think of climbing a mountain.

• Faith is believing you can make the climb

• Hope is knowing the view at the top is worth the effort

The mountaintop is the return of Christ.

How Hope Is Formed

Romans 5:3–4 teaches us:

Tribulation produces perseverance, perseverance produces character, and character produces hope.

Hope is formed through endurance and obedience.

Two Practical Applications

1. Speak to Your Soul

Psalm 42:5:

“Why are you downcast, O my soul? Hope in God.”

Remind yourself of who God is.

2. Stay Anchored in the Word

Romans 15:4:

“Through endurance and the encouragement of the Scriptures, we might have hope.”

The Word of God sustains hope.

Conclusion

Our hope:

• Is secured by the resurrection of Jesus

• Will be fulfilled at His return

• Shapes how we live today

Let us enjoy what God gives us in this life, but let our ultimate hope remain fixed on Christ and eternity.

Closing Prayer

Father in heaven, we thank You for reminding us that the Christian hope is secured in the resurrection of Jesus Christ and will be fulfilled at His return. Help us to live with steadfast hope, so that our faith toward You and our love toward all the saints may flow from the hope laid up for us in heaven. Fix our eyes upon Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.