September 1
“WHEN I CANNOT SEE HIS HAND”
WHEN I CHOOSE TO REMEMBER
Lamentations 3:21–23 (LLV) —
“Yet this I call to mind, and therefore I have hope: Because of the LORD's faithful love we are not consumed, for His mercies never fail. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.”
There are times
when hope
seems to arrive
naturally.
Something changes.
A prayer
is answered.
A door
opens.
The clouds
begin
to clear.
And suddenly
hope
feels possible
again.
That is not
what happens
here.
Jeremiah
is surrounded
by devastation.
The city
he loves
has fallen.
His people
are suffering.
His heart
is filled
with grief.
Nothing
around him
has suddenly
become better.
Then Jeremiah says:
“This
I call
to mind.”
He makes
a choice.
He remembers
something.
And because
of what
he remembers,
hope begins
to return.
“Therefore
I have hope.”
Sometimes
hope begins
not when
our circumstances
change,
but when
we remember
what our circumstances
have caused us
to forget.
God
is still faithful.
His mercy
has not
run out.
His love
has not
disappeared.
His character
has not
changed.
Jeremiah
cannot yet
look around
and say,
“Everything
is well.”
But he can
look toward God
and say,
“Great is
Your faithfulness.”
That is
a very different
kind of hope.
It does not
deny
the ruins.
It does not
pretend
the pain
is small.
It simply refuses
to allow
the ruins
to tell
the entire story.
Then Jeremiah
gives us
one of Scripture's
most beautiful
images:
“His mercies
are new
every morning.”
Yesterday
may have been
difficult.
Yesterday
may contain
things
we cannot change.
Yesterday
may have exhausted
every bit
of strength
we thought
we had.
But morning
comes.
And when
it does,
God's mercy
has not been
used up
by yesterday.
There is mercy
for this morning.
Grace
for this day.
Strength
for this burden.
Faithfulness
for this step.
Perhaps
that is why
remembering
matters so much.
When we cannot
see God's hand
in what
is happening now,
we can remember
where we have
seen it before.
We remember
the prayers
He answered.
The strength
He supplied.
The doors
He opened.
The times
He carried us
through something
we once thought
we could never
endure.
And memory
becomes
a bridge
between yesterday's
faithfulness
and today's
hope.
Nothing
around Jeremiah
had changed.
But he remembered
something
greater
than what
surrounded him.
God had not changed.
A new beginning sometimes begins by remembering:
when I cannot see what God is doing today, I can remember who He has always been.
Reflection: What evidence of God's faithfulness from yesterday do I need to deliberately remember today?
Prayer: Heavenly Father, when difficulty fills my vision, I can easily forget the many ways You have already been faithful. Help me call them to mind. Remind me of Your mercy, Your provision, Your strength, and Your presence through every season behind me. Thank You that yesterday cannot exhaust the mercy You have prepared for today. Whatever surrounds me this morning, let me remember and say with Jeremiah: “Great is Your faithfulness.” In Jesus' name, Amen.

BREAKFAST WITH GOD

Tuesday, 1 September 2026

“A New Month, A New Beginning”

Lamentations 3:22–23

“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.”

Welcome to a new month! September is not just another month on the calendar—it is another opportunity to walk with God, grow in faith and pursue the purpose He has placed in your life.

You may have entered this month with unfinished plans, unanswered prayers or challenges from the past. But remember: God's faithfulness did not end yesterday. His mercy has followed you into this new month.

Do not allow the disappointments of the past to control your expectations for the future. God is still working. The door that did not open yesterday does not mean that God has forgotten you. His timing is perfect.

As you begin this month, choose faith over fear, prayer over worry and obedience over uncertainty.

Morning Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of a new month. Thank You for preserving my life and giving me another opportunity to fulfill Your purpose. I surrender this month of September into Your hands. Guide my decisions, bless the work of my hands, open the right doors and give me wisdom for every opportunity. Remove fear, doubt and discouragement from my heart. Let Your mercy, favour and faithfulness follow me throughout this month. May September be filled with purpose, peace, progress and testimonies. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Today’s Declaration

“I enter this new month with faith. God goes before me, His mercy is upon me and His purpose for my life will prevail.”

Have a blessed and fruitful September!

Day 31 - Evening
Theme: BUILDING A SAFE HOME: Creating a Marriage Where Love Respect and Peace Can Grow.

Reflection
Tonight is different.
It is not simply the end of another day.
It is the end of a month.
Before you rush into tomorrow, pause.
Think about where you were when August began.
What have you learned?
Where have you grown?
What still needs attention?
And perhaps most importantly:
Have you allowed Christ to become more central in your marriage?
The journey continues tomorrow.
A new month will bring a new beginning.

God's Word
"Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning." — Lamentations 3:22–23

Heart Check
What is one thing I will intentionally carry from August into the new month of my marriage journey?

Marriage Nugget
"A lasting marriage is built one faithful day at a time."

Prayer
Lord Jesus, thank You for every day of August.
Thank You for the moments of joy and the moments that challenged us.
Thank You for teaching us about unity, understanding, love, forgiveness, friendship, peace and service.
Where we have grown, help us continue growing.
Where we have failed, give us grace to begin again.
Where there are wounds, bring healing.
Where there is distance, restore connection.
And where our marriage is already strong, make it a blessing to others.
As we close this month, we place our marriage and our home afresh into Your hands.
May our love honour You.
May our home reflect You.
And may our marriage bless generations to come.
In the precious name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

Remember
In marriage, it is not about winning the argument; it is about winning each other's hearts.

WHEN I CALL UPON HIM, GOD DRAWNS NEAR

Lamentations 3:57-58

"On the day I called to you, you drew near; you said, 'Do not fear! Lord, you have pleaded my cause; you have redeemed my life.'"

In the midst of his distress, Jeremiah remembered God's faithfulness. In his trial, he cried out to the Lord and discovered that God was not far away: He drew near, He reassured him, and He defended his cause.

God's presence changes the reality of our struggles. He doesn't promise the absence of trials, but He promises not to abandon us in the midst of them.

When we cry out to God, we are not speaking into the void. He draws near. He can say to our hearts, "Do not fear!" and take in hand what we are no longer able to bear.

Do not let the Fear of abandonment. Call upon the Lord. Entrust your cause, your future, and your struggles to Him. You don't need to understand everything to continue hoping: the One who redeemed you watches over you.

Lord, in my struggles, help me turn to You rather than to fear. Draw near to me, defend the cause of my soul, and teach me to remain in trust in the name of Jesus.

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GOD’S MERCIES DIDN’T RUN OUT YESTERDAY!

Whatever happened yesterday—whatever you faced, whatever you struggled with, whatever you wish you could change—TODAY IS A NEW MORNING.

God didn’t wake you up with leftover mercy.
His mercies are NEW every single morning!

“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed… His compassions never fail. They are new every morning.” — Lamentations 3:22–23

Yesterday doesn’t get the final word.
GOD’S MERCY DOES.

If you’re thankful for NEW MERCY today, drop a AMEN!

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SATURDAY MORNING PRAYER!
“Starting This Morning in the Presence of God!”

“My voice shalt thou hear in the morning, O LORD; in the morning will I direct my prayer unto thee, and will look up.” — Psalm 5:3 (KJV)

Heavenly Father, in the mighty name of Jesus, thank You for waking us up to see another Saturday morning! Thank You for carrying us through another week. Through every challenge, disappointment, victory, and unexpected situation, You have remained faithful.

Your Word declares, “It is of the LORD'S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning.” — Lamentations 3:22–23 (KJV)

Lord, we receive new mercy, new grace, new strength, and renewed hope this morning.

Father, some are waking up thankful, while others are waking up tired. Some are celebrating, while others are carrying burdens nobody knows about. Some are worried about their families, finances, health, employment, relationships, or what tomorrow may bring.

But today we choose to place everything into Your hands.

“Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” — 1 Peter 5:7 (KJV)

Lord, lift every heavy heart. Calm every troubled mind. Strengthen everyone who feels weary. Bring peace where there has been confusion and hope where discouragement has tried to settle in.

Father, we pray for those who are sick and suffering physically, mentally, or emotionally. Stretch forth Your healing hand. Touch bodies, restore strength, regulate minds, and comfort those walking through difficult seasons.

Your Word says, “For I will restore health unto thee, and I will heal thee of thy wounds, saith the LORD.” — Jeremiah 30:17 (KJV)

Lord, remember our families today. Protect our children, grandchildren, spouses, parents, siblings, relatives, and friends. Keep them from dangers seen and unseen. Let our homes be filled with love, forgiveness, unity, peace, and the presence of God.

We pray for those facing financial struggles, employment concerns, and uncertain situations. Open doors that no man can shut. Provide resources, opportunities, favor, and increase according to Your will.

“But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” — Philippians 4:19 (KJV)

Father, order our steps throughout this Saturday. Before we make a decision, give us wisdom. Before we speak, guard our words. Before we become discouraged, remind us of Your promises. And wherever we go, let our lives bring glory to You.

Lord, after everything we have faced this week, help us to remember:

WE ARE STILL HERE!
WE ARE STILL STANDING!
WE ARE STILL BLESSED!
AND GOD IS STILL FAITHFUL!

So this Saturday morning, we will not allow yesterday's trouble to steal today's joy. We will rejoice because You gave us another day, another opportunity, and another reason to praise Your name!

May Your goodness and mercy follow us throughout this day. Cover our homes, our families, our travels, and everything concerning us.

“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life.” — Psalm 23:6 (KJV)

Father, we surrender this Saturday into Your hands. Have Your way in our lives today.

We declare that this will be a blessed Saturday, a peaceful Saturday, a protected Saturday, and a Saturday filled with the presence and favor of God!

In the mighty, matchless, and powerful name of Jesus Christ, we pray.

Amen, Amen, and AMEN!

SATURDAY MORNING DECLARATION...

Today I will walk in faith and not fear. I am covered by God's grace, surrounded by His favor, strengthened by His power, and guided by His Word. No matter what this day brings, I will rejoice because the Lord is with me!

“The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped.” — Psalm 28:7

DAY 3

MISSION WEEK

SERVANT OF GOD ARENA, KENYA

COME BACK HOME

The prodigal son had drifted far from his father. He had wasted his inheritance and found himself in a place he never imagined he would be. Yet, when he came to his senses and returned to his father, he discovered something beautiful: his father was still waiting for him with open arms.

His father did not reject him. He welcomed him, embraced him, restored him, and received him again as a son.

There is nothing our God cannot do. He is full of compassion, rich in mercy, and ready to forgive. Do not allow the enemy to convince you that you have gone too far to be forgiven.

Take that one step today—just as the prodigal son did.

Come to your senses. Confess your sins. Repent and return to the Father.

The prodigal son thought he could only return as a servant, but his father restored him to sonship. In the same way, God is not merely calling you back to serve Him; He is calling you back into relationship with Him.

The Word says:

“Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” — Hebrews 4:16 (NKJV)

His mercies are new every morning (Lamentations 3:22–23).

Come back home. The Father is waiting. His arms are open. There is mercy, forgiveness, restoration, and grace in Jesus Christ.

Your brother,
Alfred Wabuko Manyasi

DAILY YOUTH CHARGE

Topic: GOD'S GOODNESS NEVER CHANGES

Anchor Scripture

Psalm 100:5 (KJV)
"For the LORD is good; his mercy is everlasting; And his truth endureth to all generations."

One of the most important truths you can learn as a young person is this: God is good—not only when life is good, but at all times.

There will be seasons when your prayers are answered quickly and seasons when you have to wait. There will be moments of celebration and moments of disappointment. But God's character does not change with your circumstances.

Today's scripture gives us three reasons to trust Him: the Lord is good, His mercy is everlasting, and His truth endures to every generation.

GOD IS GOOD

God's goodness is not dependent on what He gives us. He is good because goodness is part of who He is.

Nahum 1:7 (KJV)
"The LORD is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him."

When you face difficult moments, don't allow your circumstances to convince you that God has abandoned you. He remains your refuge and strength.

Romans 8:28 (KJV)
"And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose."

HIS MERCY IS EVERLASTING

Every day we experience God's mercy. We don't receive everything we deserve; instead, God continually extends His compassion and forgiveness toward us.

Lamentations 3:22-23 (KJV)
"It is of the LORD'S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness."

That means yesterday's failure does not have to become today's identity. When you sincerely turn back to God, His mercy is available.

Psalm 103:8 (KJV)
"The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy."

HIS TRUTH ENDURES TO ALL GENERATIONS

Everything around us changes. Trends change. Technology changes. Opinions change. Society changes. But God's Word remains true.

Isaiah 40:8 (KJV)
"The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever."

As a young person, don't build your identity and values entirely on what is popular today. Build your life on God's eternal truth.

Matthew 24:35 (KJV)
"Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away."

God's goodness was not limited to the generation before you, and it will not end with your generation. His mercy and truth remain available to every generation that seeks Him.

Takeaway

When life changes, remember that God doesn't. When circumstances are uncertain, His goodness remains certain. When people fail, His mercy remains everlasting. When opinions change, His truth remains forever.

Trust Him. Praise Him. Build your life on His Word.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank You because You are always good. Thank You for Your everlasting mercy and unfailing truth. When circumstances change, help me to remember that Your character never changes. Teach me to trust Your Word, depend on Your mercy, and live every day with gratitude for Your goodness. May my generation know You and experience the reality of Your faithfulness. In Jesus' name, Amen.

25-08-2026

The Lord Is My Portion

Lamentations 3:24 (AMP)
“The Lord is my portion and my inheritance,” says my soul; “Therefore I have hope in Him and wait expectantly for Him.”


There are seasons when everything around us seems uncertain. Plans change, people may disappoint us, and circumstances can leave us wondering what tomorrow will bring. Yet in the middle of his sorrow, Jeremiah makes a powerful declaration: “The Lord is my portion.”

A portion is what belongs to you—your inheritance, your provision, your security. Jeremiah was reminding his soul that even when everything else felt unstable, God Himself remained enough.

Our hope is not ultimately found in what we possess, how successful we are, or how comfortable our circumstances may be. Our greatest treasure is the Lord. When He is our portion, we can face uncertain days with confidence because our future rests in His hands.

Notice that the verse says, “Therefore I have hope in Him.” Hope is a choice to trust God's character even when we cannot yet see the outcome. Waiting on God does not mean He has forgotten us. Sometimes the waiting is where He strengthens our faith, deepens our dependence, and teaches us to trust His timing.

Today, remind your soul: God is still my portion. God is still my inheritance. God is still my hope.
Whatever you may be facing, you don't have to have every answer today. You can place your confidence in the One who holds tomorrow.

Prayer
Father, thank You for being my portion and my inheritance. When life feels uncertain, help me remember that I have everything I truly need in You. Teach me to wait patiently and expectantly for Your perfect timing. Strengthen my faith when I cannot see what You are doing. Let my hope remain firmly anchored in You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Today’s Declaration
The Lord is my portion. He is my hope, my security, and my inheritance. I will trust Him, wait on Him, and believe that He is working even when I cannot see it.

Admit it. You like reading the Psalms, the Gospels, Paul's epistles and maybe Esther and Ruth.
But what about the least read Bible books -- I call them Orphan Books -- because they almost are never read. Here's a list I found.
Hope you take the challenge to read an "orphan" or two this week.
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# Book Why read it? Difficulty
1 Obadiah A miniature study of pride, injustice, and God's judgment Easy
2 Haggai A surprisingly relevant book about misplaced priorities Easy
3 Philemon Paul, slavery, forgiveness, and Christian brotherhood in 25 verses Easy
4 3 John A fascinating glimpse into early church politics and leadership Easy
5 2 John Truth, love, hospitality—and boundaries Easy
6 Nahum The dark counterpart to Jonah: what happens to Nineveh? Medium
7 Zephaniah Judgment followed by one of the OT's beautiful pictures of God's joy Medium
8 Jude Strange, intense, apocalyptic, and packed with unusual references Medium
9 Habakkuk One of the Bible's best books for wrestling honestly with God Easy
10 Lamentations Biblical poetry about grief, catastrophe, and hope Medium
11 Joel Locusts, the Day of the LORD, and the famous promise about God's Spirit Medium
12 Malachi A surprisingly sharp ending to the Old Testament Easy
The ones I'd especially recommend
If you only want to read five, I'd pick:
Habakkuk — perhaps the most rewarding “orphan.” The entire book is essentially a conversation between a confused believer and God. Habakkuk starts by asking, “Why aren't you doing something about this?” and ends somewhere radically different.
Haggai — extremely short but surprisingly practical. Its central question is basically: What happens when God's people become preoccupied with their own houses while neglecting God's house?
Philemon — don't let its size fool you. It's an extraordinarily compressed little letter about power, status, forgiveness, reconciliation, and what the gospel does to human relationships.
Nahum — read it immediately after Jonah if you can. Jonah tells you that Nineveh repented; Nahum, written later, tells you what eventually happened to Nineveh. Reading them together makes both books considerably more interesting.
Lamentations — probably the most emotionally neglected book on the list. It gives you something the Bible is unusually good at: language for grief when everything has gone terribly wrong.
And here's the really fun challenge
Don't read these as if they're merely the Bible's “B-list.”
Try reading one orphan book a week, with no commentary at first. Just read the entire thing in one sitting.
You'll discover something interesting: some of the books that feel least important at first are actually the ones that illuminate the famous books around them.
Jonah → Nahum
Isaiah/Jeremiah → Lamentations
Romans/Galatians → Habakkuk
1 John → 2 John → 3 John
Ezra/Nehemiah → Haggai