Dead to Self, Alive in Christ

“I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” — Galatians 2:20 (NIV)

There are moments in life when we look in the mirror and quietly wonder whether we are enough. Strong enough. Pure enough. Worthy enough. Yet the glorious truth of the Gospel is this: our hope was never meant to rest upon ourselves. The Christian life is not about trying harder to become acceptable to God. It is about surrendering to the One who already gave everything for us.

When the Apostle Paul the Apostle wrote, “I have been crucified with Christ,” he was describing a profound spiritual transformation. The old life — chained to pride, fear, guilt, selfish ambition, and sin — was nailed to the cross with Jesus. In its place, a new life emerged. A life animated not by human striving, but by the living presence of Christ Himself.

Imagine that: the risen Jesus dwelling within you.

Not distant. Not indifferent. Not merely watching from heaven. Christ lives in you.

This means you do not walk through sorrow alone. When burdens press heavily upon your shoulders, Christ strengthens you. When temptation whispers, Christ empowers you. When your heart grows weary, Christ renews you. The same Savior who calmed storms, healed the broken, and conquered the grave now walks beside you every single day.

And why? Because He loved you.

Not a polished version of you. Not a future perfected version of you. He loved you at your weakest, your most flawed, your most undeserving. At the cross, Jesus stretched out His hands for the world — and for you personally. Every nail declared His mercy. Every drop of blood proclaimed redemption. The empty tomb now announces eternal victory.

Therefore, faith is no longer merely believing facts about Jesus. Faith is entrusting your whole life to Him. It is waking each morning and saying, “Lord Jesus, live through me today. Let my words reflect Your kindness. Let my actions reveal Your compassion. Let my life point others toward Your salvation.”

The world today is aching for hope. Many carry hidden wounds behind smiling faces. Many are searching for meaning in success, wealth, pleasure, or recognition, only to discover emptiness. But Christians carry the greatest news ever given to humanity: Jesus Christ is alive.

The grave could not hold Him. Death could not defeat Him. Darkness could not extinguish His light.

And because He lives, hearts can be restored. Addictions can be broken. Tears can turn into joy. The lost can come home. No life is beyond His saving grace.

So walk closely with Jesus today. Spend time in prayer. Open His Word. Listen for His voice in the quiet moments. Let His love soften your heart and transform your spirit. Then go into the world boldly — into your workplace, your family, your community — carrying the light of Christ wherever you go.

You may never stand on a great stage or preach before thousands, but your life can still become a living testimony that Jesus lives.

And sometimes, one soul seeing Christ in you can change eternity forever.

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Jesus in the Way, the Truth, and the Life

"Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me." -- John 14:6 (NIV)

There are moments in life when the road ahead feels uncertain. We search for direction in success, relationships, possessions, or human wisdom, yet still feel an ache deep within the soul. Into that restless longing, Jesus speaks words that have echoed across centuries with divine clarity: “I am the way and the truth and the life.”

Notice that Jesus did not merely point to a way. He declared that He Himself is the Way. In a world overflowing with opinions and distractions, Christ remains the unchanging path that leads to peace, forgiveness, and eternal life. We do not need to wander endlessly trying to earn God’s love or solve the emptiness of the heart through our own strength. Jesus has already opened the door through His sacrifice on the cross and His glorious resurrection.

When Jesus says, “I am the truth,” He reminds us that His promises never fail. Human words may disappoint, circumstances may shift, and emotions may rise and fall, but the truth of Christ stands firm forever. His love is not temporary. His grace is not fragile. His mercy does not run dry. Even when we stumble, He calls us back with open arms.

And when He says, “I am the life,” He offers more than existence — He offers abundant, eternal life. A life filled with purpose. A life transformed by hope. A life awakened by the presence of the Holy Spirit. Jesus did not remain in the tomb. He lives today. The risen Christ still heals broken hearts, restores weary souls, and shines light into the darkest places.

Perhaps you have been walking at a distance from God lately. Maybe prayer has become faint, worship has become routine, or the burdens of life have crowded out quiet moments with Him. Yet Jesus is still calling: “Come closer.” He longs for daily fellowship with you. Not religion without relationship, but a living walk together — one step at a time, one prayer at a time, one surrendered moment at a time.

Spend time in His Word. Speak honestly with Him in prayer. Worship Him not only in church but also in the hidden corners of ordinary life. The closer we walk with Jesus, the more His peace steadies us and His love overflows through us.

And do not keep this hope to yourself.

Our world is hungry for truth, desperate for hope, and weary from fear. There are people around you carrying silent pain, searching for meaning, wondering if anyone sees them. Tell them about Jesus. Tell them that He still saves. Tell them that the grave is empty. Tell them that mercy is still available today.

You do not need a stage or a perfect voice to share the Gospel. A kind word, a faithful life, a testimony of God’s goodness, or a simple invitation can become a light in someone’s darkness. The same Savior who changed hearts in Galilee is still changing lives today.

Jesus lives. And because He lives, hope lives too.

May your heart draw nearer to Him today — and may your life become a joyful witness to a world that desperately needs to know His name. 

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God Is Love

"Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. I say to myself, “The Lord is my portion; therefore I will wait for him.” (Lamentations 3:22-24;  NIV)

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One of the most profound truth that we need to know, understand and experience is that God is love (and His love never fails). The following sermon by Prof Frank D. Macchia will help you gain refreshing insights on the love of God which never ceases as per the following summary by City Harvest Church:-

"Preaching from Lamentations 3, Prof Frank Macchia reminds us that even amid the devastation of Jerusalem’s fall, God’s mercies never ceased towards His people. When all hope seemed lost, His compassion remained new every morning. 

Because God is love, He cannot cease loving. So Jesus forever altered His existence and took on flesh in order to reconcile humanity to God. He entered into the depths of our despair to redeem and restore us into the circle of love in communion with God!"

Click here and fast forward to 59:00 for Frank Macchia: God’s Compassions Never Fail. 

Click here for an Interview by City News with Prof Frank Macchia.

Click here for find out more about Prof Frank D. Macchia.

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The GOD-Shaped Future with Rev Dr Chua Chung Kai

In these tumultuous times that we live in, it is hard to make sense of what is going on and easy to become disheartened.

But, we can take heart that God is in control and He has through His Word already set out what is going to unfold before the second coming of Jesus Christ.

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Click here and fast forward to 58:00 for The GOD-Shaped Future with Rev Dr Chua Chung Kai (1045am, 26 April 2026).

I Just Wanna Speak The Name of JESUS

"Therefore God exalted him to the highest place  and gave him the name that is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father." (Philippians 2:9-11; NIV)

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Turn your eyes upon Jesus, look up to Him and speak the name of Jesus over all your situations and circumstances.

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Click here for I Speak Jesus | Sari Simorangkir at GSJS Church. 

Click here for CityWorship: I Speak Jesus/Worthy Of It All // Sari Simorangkir @City Harvest Church.

 

Fresh Revelation of Jesus' Love

It is easy to say that you love Jesus when your faith and loyalty have not been tested.

Similarly, it is easy to say that Jesus loves you when you have not undergone any trials and difficulties.

If you have found yourself failing Jesus in a trying situation, would you be able to face Him again, and find redemption and restoration by His grace? Yes, only by the grace of God (but it is better to play it safe and not presume on the grace of God).

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In his first charcoal fire moment, Peter denied Jesus three times just as He had foretold.

After Jesus had resurrected, He re-created the charcoal fire setup not to condemn Peter, but to help him realised that he does not know himself that well after all and restored him to his calling and purpose. God is omniscient and He knows everything about us. We are in good hands as we follow Him with trust and obedience to do the good works that He has prepared for us beforehand.

Click here and fast forward to 58:11 for Pastor Jeffrey Rachmat's sermon, Charcoal Fire, which he preached at City Harvest Church on 18 April 2026.

 

When You Don't Know What To Do

"Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path." Psalm 119:105 (NIV) 

"All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work." 2 Timothy 3:16, 17 (NIV)

The Word of God endures forever and when you don't know what to do or what else to do, turn to His Word. Run to the Word of God and let the Holy Spirit unveils fresh revelation to stir up your inner man with faith and shed light on the path through your situation.

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Click here for God, I Don’t Know What To Do | Steven Furtick.

Click here for I Don't Know What Else To Do | Steven Furtick.

Get Ready For Your New Era Of Favour and Favourable Opportunities

When God opens up a new era of favour and favourable opportunities for you, would you be ready and what would you do?

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Hear out Terri Savellle Foy as she shares her encouraging story of God's favour with not just faith but actions through which her faith could be seen by the LORD as summarised below:

1. See Where Your Want To Go

2. Say Where You Want To Go

3. Step Where You Want To Go

4. Sow Where You Want To Go

Click here for You’re Blocking the Favor of God And Don’t Even Know It [FULL MESSAGE].

What if you create an atmosphere of praise and worship? (Ft. AllWorship.com)

"But You are holy, O You who are enthroned in [the holy place where] the praises of Israel [are offered]." (Psalm 22:3; AMP) 

When you create an atmosphere of praise and worship, you are making room for God to be enthroned and saturate your life. 

In a constant atmosphere of praise and worship, you would consciously and subconsciously be attuned in your heart to give God the adoration and worship that is due and proper. God is seeking for true worshippers who worship Him in Spirit and truth. (John 4:24)

Click here for What is the Atmosphere of your home?

Click here for AllWorship.com to select your preferred music streams.

All You’ve Got to Do Is Ask

Do you live a life of self-sufficiency? When was the last time you ask for God's divine provision, intervention or help by faith, believing that He will answer your request which are not out of alignment with His Word?

May you have a deeper understanding and revelation of God's nature and His desire for you. And, do not hesitate to approach His throne of grace and make your request known to Him.

"For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need." Hebrews 4:15-16 (NIV) 

Click here for All You’ve Got To Do Is Ask, Part 1 | Jesse Duplantis.

Click here for All You’ve Got to Do Is Ask, Part 2 | Jesse Duplantis.

King Jehoshaphat's Prayer

For your edification to turn to God in prayer, the following summary has been gleaned using Gemini:-

"King Jehoshaphat’s prayer (2 Chronicles 20:5-12) is a model of desperate, faith-filled prayer uttered when facing a massive, overwhelming army. He acknowledges God's absolute sovereignty and power, recalls past faithfulness, and admits total helplessness, concluding with: "We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you". 

Key Elements of Jehoshaphat’s Prayer:

Acknowledge God's Sovereignty: He starts by recognizing God as the ruler over all kingdoms, emphasizing that no one can stand against Him.

Remember God's Faithfulness: He reminds God of the covenant, the inheritance of the land, and past deliverance.

Admit Helplessness: He confesses, "We have no power against this great multitude... nor do we know what to do".

Focus on God: He shifts focus from the threat to God's power, saying, "our eyes are upon You". 

The Context and Outcome:

The Threat: A vast army of Moabites, Ammonites, and Meunites gathered to fight against Judah.

The Action: Jehoshaphat was afraid, so he set himself to seek the Lord and proclaimed a fast throughout Judah.

The Response: God answered through Jahaziel, telling them, "Do not be afraid... for the battle is not yours, but God's".

The Victory: The next day, the enemy armies destroyed each other, leaving Jehoshaphat and his people to take the plunder. 

Jehoshaphat's prayer is often cited as a model for dealing with insurmountable circumstances by trusting in God's power rather than human strength."

In his sermon with reference to King Jehoshaphat's prayer, Pastor Benny Ho posited 3 Defining Questions for us to chew on and apply in our own prayer life. 

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Click here for 3 Defining Questions.

Led by the Spirit and Pray in the Spirit

If you have been a Christian for some time now, you would already form your set of ideas on what is prayer and how to pray based on the Word of God such as the following:

"If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you." (John 15:7 NIV)

"And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people." (Ephesians 6:18 NIV)

"In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans. And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for God’s people in accordance with the will of God." (Romans 8:26 NIV)

"For if I pray in a tongue, my spirit prays, but my mind is unfruitful. So what shall I do? I will pray with my spirit, but I will also pray with my understanding; I will sing with my spirit, but I will also sing with my understanding." (1 Corinthians 14:14-15 NIV)

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Click here for a masterclass on Prayer by Brother Hagin, including being led by the Spirit and praying in the Spirit (which you would have missed out on if your church only emphasises praying with your mind but not in the Spirit).

Your Prayers Are Not In Vain (Learn to Pray and Keep Praying)

Prayer is an ongoing spiritual discipline of a godly life where we are in awe of God and seek Him first with our first love. 

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"For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come." (1 Timothy 4:8 NIV)

We are not done with praying yet. In fact, we are urged to pray without ceasing. "Rejoice always and delight in your faith; be unceasing and persistent in prayer; in every situation [no matter what the circumstances] be thankful and continually give thanks to God; for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus." (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 AMP)

To encourage you in your life of prayer, here are three videos on Prayer as preached by Reverend Dr Kong Hee for your edification.

Click here and fast forward to 37:22 for Prayer Changes Everything.

Click here and fast forward to 30:33 for 3 Movements of Prayer.

Click here and fast forward to 58:38 for Mental, Spiritual, and Contemplative Prayers. 

A Time To Pray

Do you need some help to get you started on praying? If you do, please feel free to try out the following links.

Pause. Slow down. Be still and know that He is God.

"Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need." (Hebrews 4:16, NIV)

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Click here for 5 Prayers to Start Your Day with the Holy Spirit which covers the following prayers:

1.    Prayer for Thanksgiving

2.    Prayer for Guidance

3.    Prayer for Protection From Harm

4.    Prayer for Divine Opportunities

5.    Prayer for Strength Against Temptation 

Click here for 7 Prayers You Need to Start Praying Over Your Family Right Now which cover the following areas:

1.     Right influences

2.     Protection from harm and sickness

3.     Strength under temptation

4.     Hunger for the Word of God

5.     Understand their identity - who they are in Christ.

6.     Divine wisdom

7.     To know God's presence

Click here for Right Before God Brings You Wealth, These Things Must Happen as follows:

1.    Generosity
2.    Stewardship
3.    Faithfulness

Pray and be Blessed in the LORD.