On Rounds with Jesus

Tag: Christian living

  • Comeback

    Comeback

    Scripture reading: Luke 15:11-32

    We all love a good comeback story. My favourite is the unforgettable 2017 Barcelona–PSG clash, known as the famous Remontada. After losing the first leg 4–0, Barcelona needed nothing short of a miracle. And a miracle they delivered — scoring three goals in the final seven minutes to win 6–1 and progress to the quarter-finals. It was the perfect reminder that it’s not over until it’s over.

    In medicine, I’ve also seen patients defy the odds, fighting back from dire prognoses and rising stronger. Those moments inspire awe.

    But no comeback story surpasses the parable of the Prodigal Son, because it is our story. A young man, broken and empty after squandering everything, “came to himself” and returned home. Instead of rejection, he was met by his father’s open arms. This is the clearest portrait of God in all of Scripture: a Father who waits for us, ready to welcome repentant hearts. How touching!

    The greatest comeback you will ever make is the one where you return to God. Recognise your mess. Take the first step home. And what a glorious homecoming it will be when you make that comeback. The entire host of Heaven will rejoice!

    Reflections

    • No defeat is final until you stop trying.
    • God’s grace gives us more than a second chance — it gives us a new beginning.
    • Our worst mess can become the stage for God’s greatest mercy.
    • Heaven celebrates every comeback story of repentance.
    • Your comeback is not just for you — it inspires others to return as well.

    Prayer

    Father of mercy, thank You for being the God of comebacks. Thank You that no matter how far I wander, Your arms remain open to receive me. Forgive me for the times I have squandered Your blessings and chosen my own way. Like the prodigal, I come back to You — broken, but hopeful in Your grace. Restore me, Lord, and let my life be a testimony of Your unfailing love. May I never forget that Heaven rejoices over every sinner who repents. Help me to extend the same mercy to others, that they too may find their way home. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

  • Are you ready?

    Are you ready?

    Scripture reading: Matthew 24:36-44

    On the morning of Wednesday, August 6, a Ghanaian Z-9 Air Force helicopter took off from Accra toward Obuasi. Among the eight on board were Defence Minister Edward Omane Boamah, Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, Samuel Sarpong (vice-chair of the ruling party), Muniru Mohammed (top national security adviser), and others. None of them could have anticipated that their journey would end in a deadly crash.

    Life can change in a heartbeat. Scripture reminds us that this is also how the return of Christ will be. In today’s passage, Jesus speaks of His second coming, likening it to the days of Noah when people were going about their daily lives until the flood came unexpectedly.

    “Watch therefore, for you do not know what hour your Lord is coming… Therefore you also be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.”

    Just as no one knows when disaster might strike, no one knows the day or hour of Christ’s return. The call is clear: live ready.

    Reflection

    1. What does “being ready” for Christ’s return look like in your daily life?
    2. Are there habits or attitudes you would change if you knew Jesus was coming tomorrow?
    3. How can you cultivate a lifestyle of watchfulness and prayer?
    4. Are you clinging to temporary things or eternal ones?
    5. Who around you still needs to hear the message of salvation before it’s too late?

    Let us pray


    Lord, teach me to number my days and live in readiness for Your return. Help me not to be distracted by the fleeting pleasures of this world, but to be found faithful and watchful when You come. Amen.