9th November, 2025
A Fountain Publication
The Lodestar
Online Magazine for the Thinking Christian
Devotionals
Acknowledging our Nakedness
“Then Job arose and tore his robe and shaved his head and fell on the ground and worshiped. And he said, “Naked I came from my mother's womb, and...
Rays of Hope while Darkness Thickens
“The Sovereign LORD is my strength! He makes me as surefooted as a deer, able to tread upon the heights” (Hab 3:19).
The Secret of Victory
“He asked life of you; you gave it to him, length of days forever and ever” (Psa 21:4).
Trusting God’s Victory
“Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the LORD our God. They collapse and fall, but we rise and stand upright” (Psa...
From the Stars to God’s Story
“Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O LORD, my rock and my redeemer” (Psa 19:14).
The Apple of God’s Eye
“Keep me as the apple of your eye; hide me in the shadow of your wings, from the wicked who do me violence, my deadly enemies who surround me” (Psa...
Facets of Trust
“Preserve me, O God, for in you I take refuge. I say to the LORD, “You are my Lord; I have no good apart from you” (Psa 16:1—2). Read Psalm 16:1—11.
The Entry Pass
“O LORD, who shall sojourn in your tent? Who shall dwell on your holy hill?” (Psa 15:1). Read Psalm 15:1—5.
The Story of the Quarry
“Listen to me, you who pursue righteousness, you who seek the LORD: look to the rock from which you were hewn, and to the quarry from which you were...
Grateful, worshipful, and proclaiming
“Oh give thanks to the LORD; call upon his name; make known his deeds among the peoples!” (Psa 105:1).
Embracing the Body’s Sacred Purpose
“All things are lawful for me,” but not all things are helpful. “All things are lawful for me,” but I will not be dominated by anything” (1 Cor 6:12).
Striving for Peace and Holiness
“Strive for peace with everyone, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord” (Heb 12:14).
The Lord Who Satisfies in Every Storm
“Let them thank the LORD for his steadfast love, for his wondrous works to the children of man! For he satisfies the longing soul, and the hungry...
Thriving in Faith Communities
“… that there may be no division in the body, but that the members may have the same care for one another. If one member suffers, all suffer...
Resisting the Drag of the Past
“Who is a God like you, pardoning iniquity and passing over transgression for the remnant of his inheritance? He does not retain his anger forever,...
Sharing the Heart of God
“And the LORD said, ‘You pity the plant, for which you did not labour, nor did you make it grow, which came into being in a night and perished in a...
Turning Loneliness to Solitude
“I am like a desert owl of the wilderness, like an owl of the waste places; I lie awake; I am like a lonely sparrow on the housetop” (Psa 102:6—7)....
Demas: The Tragedy of a Divided Heart
“For Demas, in love with this present world, has deserted me and gone to Thessalonica. Crescens has gone to Galatia, Titus to Dalmatia” (2 Tim 4:10).
Being Father to the Fatherless
“Give justice to the weak and the fatherless; maintain the right of the afflicted and the destitute” (Psa 82:3).
Obedient Listening
“And the LORD came and stood, calling as at other times, ‘Samuel! Samuel!’ And Samuel said, ‘Speak, for your servant hears’” (1 Sam 3:10).
The Unshakable Foundation
“Of old you laid the foundation of the earth, and the heavens are the work of your hands. They will perish, but you will remain; they will all wear...
Faith Unseen: Living Evidence of the Invisible God
“Why should the nations say, ‘Where is their God?’ Our God is in the heavens; he does all that he pleases” (Psa 115:2—3).
The Eye of the Needle: Wealth’s Spiritual Test
“It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God” (Mark 10:25). Read Mark 10:17—31.
Heat is not That Bad
“Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you” (1 Peter...
The God of Heaven: Our Refuge and Strength
“As soon as I heard these words I sat down and wept and mourned for days, and I continued fasting and praying before the God of heaven” (Nehemiah...
Having Neighbours and Being Neighbours
“Which of these three, do you think, proved to be a neighbour to the man who fell among the robbers?” He said, “The one who showed him mercy.” And...
Blessing of Pain
“And have you forgotten the exhortation that addresses you as sons? ‘My son, do not regard lightly the discipline of the Lord, nor be weary when...
The Wonder that I am
“For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are...
Living the Promise
“If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you” (John 15:7).
Standing Firm When Unpopular
“I know, O LORD, that the way of man is not in himself, that it is not in man who walks to direct his steps. Correct me, O LORD, but in justice; not...
Impacting the World for God
“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them” (Eph 2:10).
Peace That Shapes Us
"Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honourable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if...
Peace and Security in the Lord
“The eternal God is your dwelling place, and underneath are the everlasting arms. And he thrust out the enemy before you and said, ‘Destroy’” (Deut...
When Pain Points to Glory
“For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, …. For the things that are seen are...
Wisdom in Persecution
“Have no fear of them, nor be troubled, but in your hearts honour Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defence to anyone who asks...
Making Life Fragrant
"Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children. And walk in love, as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us, a fragrant offering and...
Serve with Power, Love, and Self-discipline
“This is why I remind you to fan into flames the spiritual gift God gave you when I laid my hands on you. God has not given us a spirit of fear and...
Re-wiring Minds for Eternity
“If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things...
Testify to Thank God
“I will tell of your name to my brothers; in the midst of the congregation I will praise you … For he has not despised or abhorred the affliction of...
Wait, Do not Wilt
“I believe that I shall look upon the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living! Wait for the LORD; be strong, and let your heart take courage;...
Praying for Protection from Flattery
“Everyone utters lies to his neighbour; with flattering lips and a double heart, they speak. May the LORD cut off all flattering lips, the tongue...
God of Surprises
“And there appeared to him an angel of the Lord standing on the right side of the altar of incense. And Zechariah was troubled when he saw him, and...
The Elder Brother Syndrome: When Grace Feels Unfair
“And he said to him, ‘Son, you are always with me, and all that is mine is yours. It was fitting to celebrate and be glad, for this your brother was...
The One Who Bears Up Daily
“Blessed be the Lord, who daily bears us up; God is our salvation” (Psa 68:19).
Modelling Calm in the Storms
“But he was in the stern, asleep on the cushion. And they woke him and said to him, ‘Teacher, do you not care that we are perishing?’” (Mark 4:38).
Faith is Patient Waiting
“By faith he went to live in the land of promise, as in a foreign land, living in tents with Isaac and Jacob, heirs with him of the same promise. For...
Compassion Embraces Enemies
“But Jerusalem will become a refuge for those who escape; it will be a holy place. And the people of Israel will come back to reclaim their...
Pride Goes before Fall
“But even if you soar as high as eagles and build your nest among the stars, I will bring you crashing down,” says the LORD” (Obad 1:4).
Contentment
“But godliness with contentment is great gain, for we brought nothing into the world, and we cannot take anything out of the world. But if we have...
Faith is to Trust God’s Wisdom
“By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to a place that he was to receive as an inheritance. And he went out, not knowing where he was...
Being His and Solely His
“If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven...
The Table Is Set—But Have You Asked?
“And I tell you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you” (Luke 11:9).
When Manna Stops
“And the manna ceased the day after they ate of the produce of the land. And there was no longer manna for the people of Israel, but they ate of the...
Faith is to Let Go
“By faith Abraham, when he was tested, offered up Isaac, and he who had received the promises was in the act of offering up his only son…” (Heb...
Grace over Technology
“… and that all this assembly may know that the LORD saves not with sword and spear. For the battle is the LORD’S, and he will give you into our...
When the Tents Wear out
“For we know that if the tent that is our earthly home is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the...
Four Ways of Impacting Others
“What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you” (Phil 4:9).
Incense Before the Throne
“And when he had taken the scroll, the four living creatures and the twenty-four elders fell down before the Lamb, each holding a harp, and golden...
Restoring Peace in Relationships
“And he will turn the hearts of fathers to their children and the hearts of children to their fathers, lest I come and strike the land with a decree...
Shame to Honour
“O men, how long shall my honour be turned into shame? How long will you love vain words and seek after lies? But know that the LORD has set apart...
Surviving in the World of Lies
“I will thank you forever, because you have done it. I will wait for your name, for it is good, in the presence of the godly” (Psa 52:9). Read Psalm...
Distress to Praise
“I have seen his ways, but I will heal him; I will lead him and restore comfort to him and his mourners, creating the fruit of the lips. Peace,...
Roaring Lion and Safe Stronghold
“The LORD roars from Zion, and utters his voice from Jerusalem, and the heavens and the earth quake. But the LORD is a refuge to his people, a...
The Lord Turns Scorns to Surprise
“You shall eat in plenty and be satisfied, ... And my people shall never again be put to shame. .., and that I am the LORD your God and there is none...
Material Restoration to Spiritual Flourishing
“And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my Spirit on all flesh; your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall...
Be Ready for His Return
“You also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect” (Luke 12:40).
Repentance and Restoration
“Fear not, O land; be glad and rejoice, for the LORD has done great things!” (Joel 2:21). Read Joel 2:18—27.
A Wake-Up Call from God
“‘Yet even now,’ declares the LORD, ‘return to me with all your heart, with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning’” (Joel 2:12). Read Joel...
Being Rich toward God
“So is the one who lays up treasure for himself and is not rich toward God” (Luke 12:21). Read, Luke 12:13—21.
Streams of God’s Renewing Grace
“Restore our fortunes, O LORD, like streams in the Negeb!” (Psa 126:4).
Living in Hope
“Behold, the former things have come to pass, and new things I now declare; before they spring forth I tell you of them” (Isa 42:9).
Courage in Life’s Struggles
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go”...
Revive Us Again
“Will you not revive us again, that your people may rejoice in you? Show us your steadfast love, O LORD, and grant us your salvation” (Psa 85:6—7).
Refueled by Grace
“He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength” (Isa 40:29).
Search Window Remains Open
“Seek the LORD while he may be found; call upon him while he is near” (Isa 55:6).
When the Lost Are Carried Home
“Just so, I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance”...
Keep Hoping
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope” (Rom 15:13).
Steps Made Firm by the Shield-Bearer
"The LORD is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him" (Psa 28:7).
God’s Offer of Love and Peace
“‘For the mountains may depart and the hills be removed, but my steadfast love shall not depart from you, and my covenant of peace shall not be...
Let Us Light up the World
"In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven" (Matt...
The Lord, the Ultimate Victor
"But you, O LORD, are a shield about me, my glory, and the lifter of my head" (Psa 3:3).
Words that Heal or Harm
“Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who...
Let Us Begin, God will Finish
"'The silver is mine and the gold is mine," declares the LORD Almighty. "The glory of this present house will be greater than the glory of the former...
Perfect Love
"There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love" (1...
Seeking after God’s Word
"Blessed are those who keep his testimonies, who seek him with their whole heart" (Psa 119:2).
The Quest for Restoration
“Restore our fortunes, O LORD, like streams in the Negeb!” (Psa 126:4).
Gifts from the Father of Lights
“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to...
Giving Cheerfully
“Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Cor 9:7).
Perils of Judging Others
“Judge not, that you be not judged. For with the judgment you pronounce, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to...
Singing in the Lions' Den
"My heart is steadfast, O God, my heart is steadfast; I will sing and make music. Awake, my soul! Awake, harp and lyre! I will awaken the dawn"...
Anxiety-free Life
“Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because...
Giving Thanks in All Circumstances
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you” (1 Thess 5:18).
Spiritual Abundance
"Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with...
The Right Hand of the Lord
“I will appeal to this, to the years of the right hand of the Most High” (Psa 77:10).
Adamant Hope
"The LORD is my portion," says my soul, "therefore I will hope in him" (Lam 3:24).
Sanctity of the Body
“Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with...
What's Your Price Tag?
"Why, even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not; you are of more value than many sparrows" (Luke 12:7).
From Care-laden to Carefree
"Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD forever" (Psa 23:6).
Dawn Follows Night
"For his anger is but for a moment, and his favour is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning" (Psa 30:5).
The Hound of Heaven
"And he (Jacob) dreamed, and behold, there was a ladder set up on the earth, and the top of it reached to heaven. And behold, the angels of God were...
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