Living a life purpose

In John 9:1–3, Jesus reminds us that suffering is not always punishment for sin. Sometimes our struggles become the very place where God reveals His power, grace, and glory. God’s protection does not mean a life without hardship, but the assurance that He is with us through every trial. When the disciples saw the man born blind, they immediately asked Jesus who had sinned—the man or his parents. Like them, we often assume that hardship must mean we have done something wrong. But Jesus answered differently: “Neither this man nor his parents sinned, but this happened so that the works of God might be displayed in him.” — John 9:3 Jesus shifted the focus from blame to purpose. Not every struggle is punishment. Sometimes suffering becomes the place where God’s glory is revealed. Through weakness, pain, and difficult seasons, God can show His power, deepen our faith, and use our lives as testimonies of His grace. God never promised a trouble-free life, but He promises His presence in ...

“He is not here; He has risen, just as He said.” (Matthew 28:6) These words are more than a moment in history, they are the foundation of our faith and the heartbeat of hope for a broken world. The resurrection of Jesus is not just a miracle; it is the ultimate proof that God keeps His promises. What seemed like defeat on the cross became victory in the empty tomb. For the women who came to the grave, despair turned into awe. For us today, that same truth still speaks: death is not the end, hope is alive, and new beginnings are always possible. Because He lives, everything changes—our pain has purpose, our future has hope, and our faith has a firm foundation. The resurrection reminds us that even in our darkest moments, God is still at work. The empty tomb is not just a symbol, it is a declaration: Jesus is alive, and because He lives, we can live with renewed faith, courage, and joy. It is both a powerful symbol and a constant reminder that God always keeps His promises.

The Christmas season is here—a time filled with buying gifts, wrapping presents, and sending cards to loved ones. It’s a joyful season, but it’s easy to get caught up in the busyness and forget the deeper meaning of Christmas. At church, we’ve been reflecting on the series Emmanuel: The Promise of God’s Presence. It’s a beautiful reminder of why Christmas truly matters: God’s immense love for us. He sent His Son, Jesus, to live among us, to experience everything we go through—loss, temptation, hopelessness, and even betrayal. Jesus doesn’t just sympathise with us; He empathises, because He has walked the same path. God sent His Son into a dark and broken world, not because it was perfect, but because it was lost. And we are broken too. Yet His love did not turn away. Jesus came to bring light into our darkness, hope into our pain, and salvation to our souls. Through Him, we are forgiven, restored, and reminded that God’s grace is greater than our brokenness. The Bible reminds us ...

Have You Ever Felt God Is Far Away? Have you ever prayed and felt like God didn’t answer—or even like He wasn’t there at all? We all go through seasons where God feels silent. His voice seems quiet, our prayers seem unanswered, and it’s easy to feel forgotten. Recognise your feelings Sometimes life feels overwhelming, and we wonder if God has left us to face it alone. David knew this feeling well. In Psalm 13:1–2, he cries: “How long, Lord? Will you forget me forever? How long must I wrestle with my thoughts and day after day have sorrow in my heart?” David doesn’t hide his frustration or doubt. He brings his raw, honest emotions to God. And here’s the beautiful truth: God welcomes our honesty. He’s not offended by our questions or doubts—He desires a real, genuine relationship with us. Shift from Despair to Trust David doesn’t stay in despair. Later in Psalm 13:5–6, he chooses trust over doubt: “But I trust in your unfailing love; my heart rejoices in your salvation. I will sing th...

Waiting isn’t wasted—it’s a sacred space where God is quietly at work. In life’s waiting seasons, whether for answers, breakthroughs, or clarity, God is shaping us, strengthening us, and preparing us for what lies ahead. God is at work while we wait As Isaiah 64:4 reminds us: "Since ancient times no one has heard, no ear has perceived, no eye has seen any God besides you, who acts on behalf of those who wait for him." Waiting is rarely easy. It can feel frustrating, heavy, or even discouraging. But the truth is this: waiting is not a punishment, nor is it pointless. Instead, it is a purposeful season where God draws us closer, moulds our character, and deepens our trust in Him. Learning patience in a fast-paced world In a world that demands instant results, God’s timing teaches us patience. He invites us to see the waiting room not as a place of delay, but as a classroom for the soul. Here, He does some of His most transformative work—quietly, steadily, and with perfect l...

“No one will be able to stand against you as long as you live. For I will be with you as I was with Moses. I will not fail you or abandon you.” Joshua 1:5 NLT  All your life, no one will be able to hold out against you. In the same way I was with Moses, I’ll be with you, Temi. I won’t give up on you; I won’t leave you. Joshua 1:5 MSG  My father, Papa, I thank you for your words. I speak it, trust it and believe it. I will keep it in my heart. I know that as long as I live and have your breath in me, no one or nothing can stand against me. Regardless of what is going on in my life or the journey I am currently on, no one and nothing can stand against me because your word says it and I believe it. You are always with me. You will not fail me You will not give up on me You will not abandon me You will not leave me. I will be strong and courageous My daughter all you have to do is trust me. All you have to do is to stay in the chariot with me (the journey). I will not quit on you ...

My second surgery was on Thursday, 21st March 2019. I thank God and I am so grateful that everything went well. I am so grateful that I am here today.  Ambreen came down from Stockport on Wednesday. She is such a dear. Surgery morning, Ambreen and I were out of the house by 6:50pm and we got to the treatment center on time. I was an expert at this since I have been through this before. Ambreen stayed with me until I was checked in at 7:20am. Once in the treatment center the surgeon and anaesthetist came round. Today I was the first person in theatre. Putting me to sleep this time was painful because the anaesthetist couldn’t find my vein but finally he did. I came into the recovery room around 11:00am and I was back home by 2:00pm. I want to thank you for your word to me, which was that before this day came you knew about it, you knew what was going to happen, and that you are in control. This gave me the assurance I needed so I was not afraid. Father your daughter was brave and co...

“GOD ’s loyal love couldn’t have run out, his merciful love couldn’t have dried up. They’re created new every morning. How great your faithfulness! I’m sticking with GOD (I say it over and over). He’s all I’ve got left.” Lamentations 3:22-24 MSG  This powerful promise in His word offers peace to my heart in my current journey in life. He gives me great hope in the battles I face today. It is like a ray of light through the darkest night. For just as I am sure the sun comes up every morning, I can be confident that His mercies never end. His mercies are never based on how good I am, but only on his steadfast character. His compassion towards me is fresh every morning, and each day is a gift straight from his hands. I can trust his heart is for me. It will be easy to complain about everything than to offer God praise. But I choose to set my heart on the steadfast love of God, offering him praise for who He is and how He is at work in my life. I will remember God’s promise and choose ...

Everything that has been going on in my life as made me question how I react to circumstances.  I have a choice to make - fear or my trust and faith in God. I choose my trust and faith in God because that is the only thing that will give me peace.  So Temi, when you face the unknown  You must never allow my circumstances to get bigger than my God.  You must trust God, the God that is always on time.  You must not panic but instead you will buckle down and trust what you know to be true of God

 Wednesday, 6 March 2019 is the D-Day. Today is the day to get the pathology report following my surgery on 15 February 2019. I was not worried about it because I believe God has everything in control and everything will go well and will be fine. I was told I will need another surgery. Apparently, the border or margin of the normal breast tissue removed around the cancer cells during the first surgery came back positive with pre-invasive cancer cells so that meant I would need to have another surgery to remove these. There are two areas where there were cancer cells one is 29 mm and the other was 19mm from the point where the cancer was removed. This blew me away, I was shocked because this wasn’t what I was expecting and my thoughts were all over the place. Another surgery was a setback - to my recovery and plans.  I was also told that 15 Lymph nodes were removed during the first surgery and six came back positive with cancer so as a result I would need to undergo chemotherap...

I went in for my appointment at the breast clinic on Thursday 31 January to get the results of the second MRI scan and biopsy. Well, the doctor confirmed it was breast cancer because the primary source is the Breast. I will need to undergo surgery to remove the tumour in the breast and also some of my lymph nodes since it was infected.  I wasn’t expecting this even though I have been going through all these test it was still not real. I was hoping and believing the doctors will say it was all a mistake. This was not the report I was expecting because I was believing and trusting everything will be fine. I was hoping and believing nothing will be found. This is the report of the doctors and I will not fear it because I will only believe the report of the Lord which says I am healed, so I know I am healed. I will not fear nor be afraid of bad report because my faith is strong, my heart is confident and I am trusting in the Lord. Psalm 112: 7 In all is there still is cause to praise a...

I am feeling down and worried today, But I decided to snap out of it and focus on God's will for me and His promises.  My will! My will for you my daughter is a healthy body. A healthy body is a reflection of My goodness and My abundant love for you. I grieve over your brokenness, and I want you to be completely whole. Sickness and death were never part of My original plan. I created and called My creation good. When sin and sickness entered the world, My beautiful creation fell into decay. But I came to restore everything the enemy stole from you! I came to destroy the works of the devil and heal your diseases by the stripes on My back.

My will! My will for you my daughter is a healthy body. A healthy body is a reflection of My goodness and My abundant love for you. I grieve over your brokenness, and I want you to be completely whole. Sickness and death were never part of My original plan. I created and called My creation good. When sin and sickness entered the world, My beautiful creation fell into decay. But I came to restore everything the enemy stole from you! I came to destroy the works of the devil and heal your diseases by the stripes on My back.

Where are you Lord when everything looks so bleak and dark. Where are you Lord when everything feels so hopeless. Where are you Lord when I feel I am walking blindly in the valley. When will I come out from the depth of this darkness and hopelessness I read your word for encouragement I read your word for hope I read your word to drown out the voice of the enemy I read your word so that I can hear your voice I read your word to strengthen me I read your word to live through each day Lord I pray you fill me with hope when I have no hope Lord I pray you fill me with joy when it seems there is nothing to celebrate Lord I pray you speak to me when I need direction. Lord I pray you see me through

What we think about or focus on determines what we believe in What we think about determines how our day will turn out What we think about determines how joyful or grateful we will be We have to be careful about what we think about or anticipate. Negative expectations become self-fulfilling prophesises Meditating on the negative means we am agreeing to let Satan defeat us We must mediate on God’s word. Meditating on God’s words will fill our mind with all of God’s promises We must allow the transforming power of God’s word to renew our heart and mind We must get into agreement with God’s word. We must focus on His promises and believe what He says. What God says about our lives is more important than what anyone  believes or what we believe. Ps 119:99 My eyes stay open through the watches of the night, that I may meditate on your promises

When it seems that God is not coming through, When the situation looks hopeless When it seems like nothing is going right Don't give up, continue to hope, continue to hold on and pray expectantly. God is never late, He will come through at the right time.