BethelLife Church Mickleham, 125 Brossard Road, Mickleham (2026)

08/09/2026

ON EAGLES WINGS DAILY DEVOTIONAL
WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 9TH, 2026

TOPIC: STRENGTH FOR THE JOURNEY

TEXT: Isaiah 41:10 – “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

KEY TRUTH
God does not promise us a journey without difficulties; He promises that we will never walk it alone. The foundation of our strength is not our ability, experience, resources, or confidence—it is God’s presence and power. Notice the progression of God’s promises: “I am with thee… I am thy God… I will strengthen thee… I will help thee… I will uphold thee.” When our strength is insufficient, His strength becomes sufficient.

REFLECTION
Sometimes the journey becomes difficult because we focus more on the road than on the One walking with us. We look at our weaknesses, unanswered prayers, financial pressures, family concerns, ministry responsibilities, or uncertain tomorrows and wonder, “How will I make it?”
God's answer is: You will not make it by your strength alone. I will strengthen you.

Isaiah 41 speaks to God’s people in a time of uncertainty and fear. Israel faced powerful nations and circumstances that could make them feel small and vulnerable. Yet God reminded them that He had chosen them, was with them, and had not abandoned them. Isaiah 41:10 is therefore more than a comforting slogan. It is a covenant assurance from the God who knows His people and remains faithful to them.

The command “Fear not” is immediately followed by the reason: “for I am with thee.” God does not merely tell us to stop being afraid; He gives us His presence as the answer to fear.

Psalm 46:1 declares that God is “our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Philippians 4:13 reminds us that we can face all circumstances through Christ who strengthens us. And Isaiah 40:31 promises that those who wait upon the Lord will renew their strength.

Paul discovered this truth when God told him, “My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness” (2 Corinthians 12:9). We do not have to pretend to be strong. We can bring our weakness to God and receive His strength.
The journey may be long, but God’s grace will meet us at every step.

Selah!
2 Corinthians 12:9 — "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness."

GROWTH AREA
Learn to depend on God rather than relying exclusively on yourself. In every difficult situation, practice asking first, “Lord, what strength do I need from You today?”

DECLARATION OF FAITH
I will not fear, because God is with me. He is my God, my strength, my helper, and my sustainer. I will not be overcome by the difficulties of my journey. God will strengthen me, guide me, and uphold me. His grace is sufficient for every step ahead.

PRAYER
Father, thank you that I never walk alone. When I am weak, strengthen me. When I am afraid, remind me of your presence. When I am discouraged, renew my hope. Give me grace for today and faith for tomorrow. Uphold me with your righteous hand and help me trust you completely in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

ACTION
Take one step of faith today. Identify one area where you have been overwhelmed, surrender it to God in prayer, and deliberately refuse to carry it alone. Then move forward, trusting this promise: “I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee.”

Day 253: READING THE BIBLE THROUGH IN A YEAR: Ezekiel 18, Ezekiel 19, Ezekiel 20 | 1 Corinthians 10
Contact us for prayer support or to share your testimonies at [email protected].
This is an online ministry of BethelLife Church Mickleham: www.blc.org.au

07/09/2026

ON EAGLES WINGS DAILY DEVOTIONAL
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 8TH, 2026

HOPE ANCHORS THE SOUL

Hebrews 6:18–19
18 God did this so that, by two unchangeable things in which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled to take hold of the hope set before us may be greatly encouraged.
19 We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain.

KEY TRUTH
Biblical hope is not wishful thinking; it is confident expectation anchored in the unchanging character and promises of God.

REFLECTION
An anchor does not stop the storm. It keeps the vessel from being carried away by the storm.

Life can bring uncertainty, disappointment, unanswered prayers, financial pressure, relational struggles, sickness, grief and seasons when God's promises seem distant. Yet our hope is not anchored in what we can see. It is anchored in Jesus Christ, who is “the same yesterday and today and forever” (Hebrews 13:8). What is currently trying to move your heart away from confidence in God? Fear? Delay? Disappointment? Uncertainty? Perhaps you have prayed repeatedly and have not yet seen the answer.

Hebrews does not tell us to deny these realities. Instead, it calls us to anchor ourselves in God's character. Romans 15:13 calls God “the God of hope” and prays that believers may overflow with hope through the power of the Holy Spirit. Hope is therefore not something we manufacture through positive thinking. It is something God produces in us.

Remember also Lamentations 3:22–23: God's mercies are new every morning because His faithfulness never ends.
When circumstances change, God's faithfulness does not.

Selah!

Hebrews 10:23 — “Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful.”

GROWTH AREA
Grow in steadfast trust. Learn to measure your security by God's promises rather than by your circumstances. Spend time each day declaring Scripture over situations that create fear or uncertainty.

DECLARATION OF FAITH
My hope is anchored in Jesus Christ. I will not be moved by circumstances, because God is faithful to His promises. Even when I cannot see the way forward, I trust the One who holds my future. My soul is secure because my hope is anchored in Christ.

PRAYER
Father, thank you that you are faithful and cannot lie. When storms arise and uncertainty surrounds me, help me to hold firmly to the hope you have given me. Anchor my heart in Jesus. Deliver me from fear, discouragement and doubt. Fill me with the hope of the Holy Spirit and give me strength to persevere. Teach me to trust your promises even when I cannot yet see the outcome in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

ACTION
Do not let the storm determine your confidence. Let God's faithfulness determine your hope.

Day 252: READING THE BIBLE THROUGH IN A YEAR: Ezekiel 15, Ezekiel 16, Ezekiel 17 | 1 Corinthians 9
Contact us for prayer support or to share your testimonies at [email protected].
This is an online ministry of BethelLife Church Mickleham: www.blc.org.au

06/09/2026

ON EAGLES WINGS DAILY DEVOTIONAL
MONDAY SEPTEMBER 7TH, 2026

TOPIC: PEACE IN STORMS

John 16:33 - “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”

KEY TRUTH
Jesus never promised His followers a life without storms; He promised His presence and peace in the midst of them. Peace, therefore, is not the absence of trouble but the confidence that Christ is greater than whatever we face. Our peace does not depend on circumstances remaining calm. It rests on the finished work, sovereign authority, and faithful presence of Jesus Christ. When the storm is around us, Christ can still be our anchor within us.

REFLECTION
Sometimes we think that having faith means we should never feel afraid. But biblical peace is deeper than emotional calm. It is choosing to trust God when our emotions are unsettled.
When Jesus calmed the storm in Mark 4:35–41, the disciples were terrified by the waves. Jesus demonstrated that the One who is with them is greater than the storm around them. Psalm 46:1–2 declares that God is our refuge and strength, “an ever-present help in trouble.”

Paul also reminds us in Philippians 4:6–7 to bring our anxieties to God through prayer and thanksgiving. God's peace can guard our hearts and minds even before the circumstances change. Therefore, when storms come, we can ask: Where is my confidence? If it is in circumstances, our peace will rise and fall with them. If it is in Christ, we can remain steady because Christ does not change.

Selah!
Isaiah 43:2 — When you pass through the waters,
I will be with you;
and when you pass through the rivers,
they will not sweep over you.
When you walk through the fire,
you will not be burned;
the flames will not set you ablaze.

GROWTH AREA
I will grow in trusting Christ before I understand my circumstances. Instead of allowing fear to control my thoughts, I will cultivate prayer, Scripture, worship, and gratitude. I will learn to distinguish between what I cannot control and what I can surrender to God.

DECLARATION OF FAITH
I declare that Jesus Christ is Lord over every storm in my life. I will not be ruled by fear, because Christ has overcome the world. God is my refuge, my strength, and my peace. My circumstances may change, but my God does not change. I choose to trust Him, stand firm in His Word, and walk forward in faith.

PRAYER
Lord Jesus, thank you that you are with me in every storm. When fear rises, remind me that you have overcome the world. Give me peace that is deeper than my circumstances and faith that is stronger than my fears. Help me surrender my worries to you and trust your wisdom, timing, and love. Be my anchor when life feels uncertain. Guard my heart and mind with Your peace, and teach me to encourage others who are walking through difficult seasons. In Jesus' name, Amen.

ACTION
Today, identify one storm that is troubling you. Write it down and consciously surrender it to God in prayer. Read John 16:33 aloud, then replace one fearful thought with one biblical promise. Finally, encourage someone who may be facing a storm by reminding them that they are not alone—Christ is with them, and He has overcome the world.

Day 251: READING THE BIBLE THROUGH IN A YEAR: Ezekiel 12, Ezekiel 13, Ezekiel 14 | 1 Corinthians 8
Contact us for prayer support or to share your testimonies at [email protected].
This is an online ministry of BethelLife Church Mickleham: www.blc.org.au

06/09/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all our fathers and father-figures at BethelLife Church Mickleham. Today, we examined the Blessing of a Father. The blessing of a father manifests in diverse ways:

In spiritual leadership and guidance
In discipline
In encouragement

With children’s presentation, men’s group discussion and song ministration, we celebrate all our father. May God our Heavenly Father continue to lead you and guide you as you provide direction for your family.
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Genesis 49:1-28; Proverbs 10:1; Ephesians 6:4.

06/09/2026

Welcome to our Sunday Gathering BethelLife Church Mickleham today 6th September 2026.
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06/09/2026

Welcome to our Sunday Gathering BethelLife Church Mickleham today 6th September 2026.
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05/09/2026

ON EAGLES WINGS DAILY DEVOTIONAL
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 6TH, 2026

GOD IS OUR REFUGE

Psalm 46:1–3 God is our refuge and strength,
an ever-present help in trouble.
2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way
and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea,
3 though its waters roar and foam
and the mountains quake with their surging.

KEY TRUTH
God is not merely a place we run to after everything else has failed; He is our refuge, strength, and ever-present help in trouble.
Our security is not found in circumstances being peaceful. Our security is found in knowing that God is with us.

REFLECTION
Psalm 46 is traditionally associated with the sons of Korah and is a song celebrating God's protection and presence. It describes extreme situations: the earth shaking, mountains falling, waters roaring, and nations raging. These images communicate complete chaos and instability.

Yet three descriptions of God stand out: refuge, strength, and help. A refuge is a shelter or place of safety. Strength speaks of God's ability to sustain us when our own strength is exhausted. “Ever-present help” emphasizes that God is neither distant nor indifferent. He is present and ready to help His people.

What happens when the things you normally depend upon begin to shake?

Your finances may change. Relationships may become difficult. Plans may fail. The future may seem uncertain. Sometimes even your own heart can feel like a storm.
Psalm 46 invites us to change the question from “How can I control this?” to “Where can I take refuge?”

God does not ask us to pretend that trouble is painless. Scripture acknowledges suffering, fear, and uncertainty. But it teaches us that none of these things can separate us from God's love (Romans 8:35–39).

When you cannot hold everything together, God can hold you.
Isaiah 41:10 says, “Fear not, for I am with you.” Psalm 23:4 reminds us that even in the valley of the shadow of death, God is present. Hebrews 13:5 assures us, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.”
Therefore, we can say with the psalmist:
“Therefore, we will not fear.”

Selah!
Nahum 1:7 — The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; and he knows those who trust in him"

GROWTH AREA
Grow in trusting God's presence instead of depending entirely on circumstances. When anxiety rises, practice turning immediately to God through prayer and Scripture rather than allowing fear to become your first response.
DECLARATION OF FAITH
God is my refuge and my strength. He is my ever-present help in trouble. Therefore, I will not fear. Though circumstances may shake, my God cannot be shaken. He is with me, He sustains me, and He will carry me through every storm. My confidence is in the Lord. Amen.

PRAYER
Heavenly Father, thank you for being my refuge and strength. When life feels uncertain and circumstances seem to collapse around me, remind me that you are with me. Strengthen my faith when I am weak, calm my heart when I am afraid, and help me trust your sovereign care. Teach me to run to you first and rest in your presence. Let your peace guard my heart and mind through Christ Jesus in Jesus' name, Amen.

ACTION
Read Psalm 46 slowly, especially verses 1–3, and write down one truth about God's character that you will hold onto throughout the day. Pause at intervals throughout the day to declare “God is my refuge. God is my strength.”

Day 250: READING THE BIBLE THROUGH IN A YEAR: Ezekiel 9, Ezekiel 10, Ezekiel 11 | 1 Corinthians 7
Contact us for prayer support or to share your testimonies at [email protected].
This is an online ministry of BethelLife Church Mickleham: www.blc.org.au

04/09/2026

ON EAGLES WINGS DAILY DEVOTIONAL
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 5TH, 2026

TOPIC: CALLED TO MAKE DISCIPLES

TEXT: Matthew 28:18–20 “Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

KEY TRUTH
Jesus has called every believer not merely to follow Him, but to help others follow Him. The Great Commission is not reserved for pastors, missionaries, or church leaders; it is a calling for every disciple. Our lives are meant to become channels through which others encounter Christ, grow in faith, and learn to obey His Word.

REFLECTION
Who is God placing around you that needs to know Jesus? Discipleship begins with our own relationship with Christ. We cannot effectively lead others where we are unwilling to go ourselves. As we abide in Jesus (John 15:5), His life produces fruit through us.

Your mission field may be your family, workplace, school, neighborhood, church, or friendships. You do not need a platform to make disciples. You need availability, obedience, compassion, and a willingness to speak about Jesus. The foundation of this calling is Christ’s authority: “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me” (Matthew 28:18). We do not make disciples in our own strength. We serve under the authority of the risen King, with the promise of His presence: “I am with you always, to the very end of the age” (Matthew 28:20).

Acts 1:8 reminds us that the Holy Spirit empowers us to be Christ’s witnesses. God has already placed people within your sphere of influence. The question is not whether you have a mission field—it is whether you recognize it.

Selah!
1 Peter 3:15 — "But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect."

GROWTH AREA
Grow from being a disciple who receives to becoming a disciple who reproduces. Ask God to help you identify one person you can intentionally encourage, pray for, teach, and lead closer to Jesus.

DECLARATION OF FAITH
I am a disciple of Jesus Christ, and I am called to make disciples. I am empowered by the Holy Spirit, equipped by God’s Word, and sent under Christ’s authority. I will boldly share the Gospel, lovingly invest in people, and help others follow Jesus. Christ is with me always, and my life will bear fruit for His kingdom.

PRAYER
Lord Jesus, thank you for saving me and calling me to be your disciple. Give me a heart for those who do not know you. Fill me with the Holy Spirit and give me courage, wisdom, compassion, and opportunities to share the Gospel. Help me not only to speak about you but to live in a way that points others toward you. Show me the people I should intentionally disciple, and make my life fruitful for your kingdom in the name of Jesus Christ, amen.

ACTION
This weekend, identify one person who needs encouragement or spiritual direction. Pray for them daily, initiate a meaningful conversation, share what Jesus means to you, and invite them to take one step closer to Christ.

Day 249: READING THE BIBLE THROUGH IN A YEAR: Ezekiel 6, Ezekiel 7, Ezekiel 8 | 1 Corinthians 6
Contact us for prayer support or to share your testimonies at [email protected].
This is an online ministry of BethelLife Church Mickleham: www.blc.org.au

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