GOC Egerton, Egerton University, Nakuru (2026)

05/09/2026

DEW OF HEAVEN DEVOTIONALS.
Sarurday, 5th Sept 2026

WHO IS CHRIST? (Part 5)

1 Corinthians 15:20-23 But now Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who are asleep. 21 For since death came by a man, the resurrection of the dead also came by a man. 22 For as in Adam all die, so also in Christ all will be made alive. 23 But each in his own order: Christ the first fruits, then those who are Christ’s, at his coming.

Let's continue. In the next few days, we will look at what Paul has to say about Christ. To start us off, Paul says Christ has BECOME the first fruit of resurrection. What exactly does that mean?

The law of first fruit was established long before Moses. Anytime a crop is planted, there will always be some that ripen earlier than the rest. When that happens, it was considered a guarantee that the rest of the crop was right on course. And to honor The God who gave rains, these first fruits would be picked and presented as an offering to God.

Now consider what Paul is saying in the light of what we've just seen. All those who have died have been "planted" as a seed, with the expectation that they will ripen. When Jesus Christ rose from the dead, He became the equivalent of those grains that ripen earlier than the rest. His resurrection therefore becomes our guarantee that the rest of the harvest is coming.

Once the first fruit has successfully been presented, we know with surety that the rest of the crop is on the way. That is how we are sure of our own resurrection. We look at the first fruit, and we have an idea of how the rest of the harvest is:-Glorious, powerful and never to die again. Hallelujah!

Christ is the first fruit to come out of the grave, and that gives us assurance that we too shall shall rise.

Prayer:- Our hope is in you Lord, that you will raise us up with you. *Acts 2:26-27* _That is why my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices, yes, even my body still rests securely in hope. 27 For you will not abandon my soul to Hades or allow your Holy One to experience decay._

Pastor Charles Mutua,
GOC Egerton,
KENYA.

04/09/2026

DEW OF HEAVEN DEVOTIONALS.
Friday, 4th Sept 2026

WHO IS CHRIST? (Part 4)

John 18:33-36 So Pilate went back into the governor’s headquarters, summoned Jesus, and asked him, “Are you the king of the Jews?” 34 Jesus replied, “Are you asking this on your own initiative, or did others tell you about me?” 35 Pilate replied, “I am not a Jew, am I? It is your own nation and high priests who have handed you over to me. What have you done?” 36 Jesus answered, “My kingdom does not belong to this world. If my kingdom belonged to this world, my servants would fight to keep me from being handed over to the Jewish leaders. But for now my kingdom is not from here.”

The trial of Jesus before governor Pilate was comical to say the least. The Jewish leaders couldn't enter the palace lest they become defiled, yet they were agitating for the death of an innocent man. But our concern is the discussion between Pilate and Jesus. Let us look at what was said.

First, Pilate wanted to confirm whether Jesus was the king of the Jews. Jesus didn't deny that fact, because it was partially true:- He was King over all, including the Jews. But His Kingship wasn't what they had in mind. We shall revisit that later.

Secondly, Jesus challenged Pilate to personally make up his mind. What did Pilate think? Not what others were telling him, but what he personally believed. Fact:- Christ is King. But the question is this:- do you know this fact for yourself or is it something you hear from others??

Lastly, Jesus clarified that His kingdom was not a political kingdom. He was a king yes, but His kingdom was not of this world. This was meant to let Pilate know that Jesus was not competing with him. Our king is not the equivalent of earthly kings or democratic leaders. His kingdom is different.

The attitude of some believers will make you realise they are confusing the kingdom of God and the kingdoms of this world. To the world, a kingdom is defined by what we can see:- armies, wealth, thrones. The kingdom of Jesus isn't something you can see. It is invisible yet so real and powerful.

What is the sum total of what we are saying? Christ is not some regional or tribal kingpin; He is King everywhere. And His kingdom is not earthly, it is heavenly.

Prayer:- Oh King Jesus, we acknowledge your kingship in our lives. *Psalms 149:2* _Let Israel rejoice in him that made him: let the children of Zion be joyful in their King._

Pastor Charles Mutua,
GOC Egerton,
KENYA.

02/09/2026

Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path (Psalm 119:105).

02/09/2026

DEW OF HEAVEN DEVOTIONALS.
Wednesday, 2nd Sept 2026

WHO IS CHRIST? (Part 2)

Matthew 1:1 The book of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham.

This is the opening statement of The New Testament. It introduces to us The key figure in God's new plan for mankind. That one statement carries a lot, seeing it is the introduction of this Man.

What does Matthew say about this Jesus Christ?

First, He is The Son of David. Normally, you don't start genealogies in the middle. You either start with the oldest source and trickle to the current, or you start with the current and go back to the patriarch. Here's a case where you throw in two names, then begin the proper order. Why David? Because the Jews recognised David as the king who established Israel as a respected kingdom. Basically, son of David means son of The King, meaning Christ is a King.

Secondly, He is son of Abraham. Why Abraham? The Father of a nation, the man who entered into covenant with God, the man who is considered as the Father of faith. Son of Abraham means Jesus is all that:- Father, covenant maker.

That is important seeing it is what introduces Jesus Christ. He could have been called son of Isaac, or son of Solomon. But the choice of David and Abraham is inspired by The Holy Spirit so as to bring home a certain truth.

Jesus came as a meek saviour, but in reality He is a majestic King. He is son of David. Until you acknowledge that, you will never fully know Him and His kingdom.

Just as Jews traced their roots to Abraham, we trace our roots to Christ. He becomes the Author and finisher of our faith; we look unto Him the way Jews look unto Abraham.

Isaiah 51:2 Look unto Abraham your father, and unto Sarah that bore you: for I called him alone, and blessed him, and increased him.

Hebrews 12:2 Looking unto Jesus the author and perfecter of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God.

Christ is son of David and son of Abraham:- He is King, and He is father.

Prayer:- Lord, we pray that we may know you better. *John 18:37* _Pilate therefore said to him, “Are you a king then?” Jesus answered, “You say that I am a king. For this reason I have been born, and for this reason I have come into the world, that I should testify to the truth. Everyone who is of the truth listens to my voice.”_

Pastor Charles Mutua,
GOC Egerton,
KENYA.

01/09/2026

DEW OF HEAVEN DEVOTIONALS.
Tuesday, 1st Sept 2026

WHO IS CHRIST? (Part 1)

Romans 1:3-4 Concerning his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, who was made of the descendants of David according to the flesh; 4 And declared to be the Son of God with power, according to the Spirit of holiness, by the resurrection from the dead.

Happy new month! The year has turned the last corner; "ember" months are here with us once again. In many places, this month marks the official beginning of Christmas celebrations. And as we reflect on this, we should also turn our hearts towards Christ. Who is He?

Paul introduces the matter in this manner:- concerning Jesus Christ The Son. This is a critical matter, for understanding who Christ really is will determine the foundation of your faith. Let us seek to better understand this.

One, Paul says Christ is our Lord. This statement has lost it's meaning in our day because we are in the age of rights and equality. But when you talk about a Lord to a slave or to someone who grew up in a hierarchical society, it rings a bell.

Lords were owners of huge territories and many servants. As in they had absolute rights over the land and everything therein. No one else had any right to anything unless the lord granted that right. Even your very life depended on that lord:- he could take it away anytime he wished.

Now read the verse again in the light of that explanation. Christ our Lord. Selah.

Christ who owns us. Christ who has absolute right over us. Christ who has total claim to everything about us. Christ who owns the very life that we call our own. Christ our LORD.

Until that matter is clearly understood, we will not go far in this matter of The Kingdom. This talk about our rights, the rebellion, the arrogance, all this talk about independence:- it goes back to a misunderstanding of who Christ is. The day He becomes Lord is the day you lose your independence, your rights, your very life.

Christ has become our Lord:- He owns everything, He commands absolute power.

Prayer:- May our eyes be opened so that we see Christ The Lord. *Acts 2:36* _So let the whole nation of Israel know beyond all doubt, that God has made him both Lord and Christ — this very Jesus whom you crucified.”_

Pastor Charles Mutua,
GOC Egerton,
KENYA.

31/08/2026

DEW OF HEAVEN DEVOTIONALS.
Monday, 31st Aug 2026

CHILD, DO YOU HAVE FOOD?

John 21:5 Jesus asked them, “Children, you don’t have any fish, do you?” They answered him, “No.”

Allow me to do a one off devotion. The Apostles have toiled the whole night, catching nothing. In the morning, Jesus stands on the seashore and asks them this question:- Children, do you have any fish? He didn't call them traders, He didn't call them fishermen, He didn't call them men:- He called them Children. What tenderness.

When it comes to your parents, you know they will always call you my child, even when you have Children of your own. That's our Father in Heaven. Tenderness, caring, concerned.

He looks at you toiling to make it in life, and He calls you. Child, do you have anything? For men like Peter who had abandoned their post and gone fishing, I think you would expect something harsh. You rebels, you backsliders, you cowards. That sounds a more appropriate noun for men who have deserted their Master.

This new week, hear The Master calling out softly and tenderly. Child, what do you lack? Do you have any problem? Do you have food?.

And these men gave a simple, straightforward answer:- No. Now that is the harder part. Many of us will go around in circles. Oh, the night was cold. Oh, why do you care. Oh, my brothers are not helping me. It is this Kasongo economy. Why is it so hard to just say simply No?

Respond to your Lord simply and straightforward. I don't have food. Period. No explanations, no apologies, no justifications.

Child, do you have food? Do you have peace? Your Father is asking after you in tenderness.

Prayer:- Our Father, we hear you calling to us. *Isaiah 46:4* _Even when you are old, I will take care of you, even when you have gray hair, I will carry you. I made you and I will support you; I will carry you and rescue you._

Pastor Charles Mutua,
GOC Egerton,
KENYA.

30/08/2026

2nd Service || 30th August 2026
Minister: Pastor Michelle Snyder
Sermon: Resurrected Lifestyle
Scripture: John 3:3

30/08/2026

1st Service || 30th August 2026
Minister: Pastor Richard Snyder
Sermon: The Parable of the Seed
Scripture: Mark 4:1-8

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To make ready a people prepared for the Lord (Luke 1:17).

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