DIOCESE OF EVO
(Anglican Communion)

Jesus came in humility to save us and bring peace.

WEEKLY REFLECTION ON 2026 DIOCESAN THEME: "IMMANUEL: GOD IS WITH US" (Matthew 1:23; Deuteronomy 31:8; Psalm 23:4) SUB-THEME: THE GOD WHO COMES NEAR TOPIC: He Is Not Distant TEXT: Psalm 145:18; Acts 17:27 Introduction: Our Diocesan theme for the year is “Immanuel: God is with us.” This is a message of hope, assurance, encouragement, and comfort. He was with us yesterday, today, and forever. Those who have learnt to trust in Him have the testimony of His abiding presence. The B

WEEKLY REFLECTION ON 2026 DIOCESAN THEME: "IMMANUEL: GOD IS WITH US" (Matthew 1:23; Deuteronomy 31:8; Psalm 23:4) SUB-THEME: THE GOD WHO COMES NEAR TOPIC: From Promise to Presence TEXTS: Isaiah 7:14; Isaiah 9:6 A father teaching his child to swim does not shout instructions from the shore; he steps into the water. The presence of that father calms fear more than their words ever can. The child’s confidence grows, not merely because of a promise of safety, but his father is th

WEEKLY REFLECTION ON 2026 DIOCESAN THEME: "IMMANUEL: GOD IS WITH US" (Matthew 1:23; Deuteronomy 31:8; Psalm 23:4) SUB-THEME: THE GOD WHO COMES NEAR TOPIC: God Moved In TEXTS: Matthew 1:23; John 1:14 Imagine a powerful king who hears that a family in his kingdom has lost everything in a storm. He could send money. He could send servants. He could send a message of sympathy. Instead, he leaves his palace, travels to their village, and moves into their small home to rebuild thei

WEEKLY REFLECTION ON 2026 DIOCESAN THEME: "IMMANUEL: GOD IS WITH US" (Matthew 1:23; Deuteronomy 31:8; Psalm 23:4) INTRODUCTORY REFLECTION (4) TOPIC: Step Forward in the Assurance of God’s Presence TEXTS: Matthew 1:23; Deuteronomy 31:8; Psalm 23:4 As we journey into 2026, the Word of God places before us one clear and sustaining truth: God is with us.This assurance is not limited to a single moment or circumstance; it runs through God’s promises, God’s presence, and God’s pro

WEEKLY REFLECTION ON 2026 DIOCESAN THEME: "IMMANUEL: GOD IS WITH US" (Matthew 1:23; Deuteronomy 31:8; Psalm 23:4) INTRODUCTORY REFLECTION (3) TOPIC: God with Us in Every Situation TEXT: Psalm 23:4 Introduction: Psalm 23 is a personal testimony of King David's walk with God. Everything he talked about was borne out of experience. We know David as a man of war and a man who went through a lot in the hands of Saul, Goliath, the Philistines, the lion and the bear - even his own s

DIOCESE OF EVO WEEKLY REFLECTION ON 2026 DIOCESAN THEME: "IMMANUEL: GOD IS WITH US" (Matthew 1:23; Deuteronomy 31:8; Psalm 23:4) INTRODUCTORY REFLECTION (2) ‎ TOPIC: The Promise of God’s Presence ‎ ‎TEXT: ‎“The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” — Deuteronomy 31:8 ‎ ‎Introduction: ‎Life often brings moments when the road ahead feels uncertain — moments when decisions loom, when

DIOCESE OF EVO WEEKLY REFLECTION ON 2026 DIOCESAN THEME: “IMMANUEL: GOD IS WITH US”(Matthew 1:23; Deuteronomy 31:8; Psalm 23:4) ‎ INTRODUCTORY REFLECTION (1) ‎TOPIC: Immanuel — God is With Us ‎ ‎TEXT: Matthew 1:23 - “Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.” ‎ ‎ Immanuel and Emmanuel mean the same thing: “God is with us.” ‎The difference is mainly spelling and usage, not

SUB-THEME: CHANGING THE NARRATIVE TOPIC: Say No to Internet Fraud (Yahoo) TEXT: Ephesians 4:28 "Let him that stole steal no more: but...

SUB-THEME: CHANGING THE NARRATIVE TOPIC: Say No To Sexual Perversion TEXT: 1 Corinthians 6:18 “Shun immorality and sexual looseness;...

SUBTHEME: CHANGING THE NARRATIVE TOPIC: Say No to Bribery TEXT: “Do not accept a bribe, for a bribe blinds those who see and twists the...

SUBTHEME: WHERE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE TOPIC: Making a Difference in My Marriage/Family Life TEXTS: Ephesians 5:21; Hebrews 13:4...

SUBTHEME: WHERE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE TOPIC: MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN MINISTRY TEXT: 1 TIMOTHY 4:12; 2 TIMOTHY 4:5 Many Christians wonder...

SUBTHEME: WHERE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE TOPIC: MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN GIVING TEXTS: 1 KINGS 3:1-14; 2 CORIN 9:6 Giving to God’s work and...

SUBTHEME: WHERE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE TOPIC: Making a Difference in My Prayer Life TEXTS: Romans 12:12; 1 Thessalonians 5:17 One of the...

SUBTHEME: WHERE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE TOPIC: Making a Difference in My Little Corner TEXTS: Matthew 5:13; 1 Peter 3:16; Zechariah 4:10...

SUBTHEME: WHERE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE TOPIC: Making a Difference in My Appearance as a Christian TEXT: 1 Timothy 2:9 – “I also want the...

SUBTHEME: WHERE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE Topic: Making a Difference in My Profession/Business TEXTS: Ecclesiastes 9:10; Matthew 5:14–16;...

SUBTHEME: WHERE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE TOPIC: Making a Difference with My Possessions TEXTS: Proverbs 3:9–10; 1 Chronicles 29:10–14...

SUBTHEME: WHERE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE TOPIC: Making A Difference With My Talent TEXTS: Romans 12:6; 1 Peter 4:10 Each of us has a...