Triune Magazine, Abuja (2026)

11/05/2026

WORD FOR THE WEEK
Topic: Contentment
Anchor Scripture: Philippians 4:11

Contentment is the quiet confidence that God is enough. It is the ability to remain grateful and at peace regardless of circumstances. In a world driven by comparison and the constant desire for more, true contentment has become increasingly rare. However, scripture teaches us that a contented heart is a great treasure.

The Apostle Paul wrote in Philippians 4:11, _“…I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances.”_ This statement is powerful because Paul spoke from experience. He had known abundance and lack, comfort and suffering, yet he discovered that lasting joy does not come from possessions or status, but from Christ.

A point to note is that Contentment does not mean the absence of goals or dreams. Rather, it means trusting God while pursuing them. It is learning to appreciate what God has already provided instead of constantly focusing on what is missing. A contented spirit protects us from envy, greed, and unnecessary anxiety. It helps us cultivate gratitude and reminds us that God’s provision is always sufficient for our needs.

This week, may we choose contentment over comparison and gratitude over complaints. Let us rest in the assurance that God knows our needs and cares deeply for us. Amen

06/05/2026

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What to ask yourself today is: Are you ready?

04/05/2026

WORD FOR THE WEEK

Topic: The Great Return: An Odyssey of Total Surrender
Anchor Scripture: Matthew 16:24

In the shadow of the temple, where the ancient stones remain, Matthew carves the promise of the King who comes to reign. Not as a whisper in the straw, or a child in flight and fear, but as the lightning’s jagged flash that makes the midnight clear. "Stay awake!" the mandate rings through the corridors of time, a theological summons to a surrender most sublime.
"For as lightning that comes from the east is visible even in the west, so will be the coming of the Son of Man." (Matthew 24:27).

Bishop Barron speaks of centers of the ego’s restless spin, where the "I" becomes the gravity, the origin of sin. But the promise of the Coming is a "Copernican" shift of grace, moving the self from the center to behold the Master’s face. To wait for Him is not to sit in a static, hollow peace, but to enter the "Continuous Baptism" where the selfish cravings cease.
"Then Jesus said to his disciples, 'Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.'" (Matthew 16:24).
It is the Bonhoeffer "cost" of the "death" before the dying, a total yielding of the will, relying on His sovereignty. For if He comes at "an hour you do not know," the Spirit says, then every breath must be an altar, every moment must be praise. Total surrender is the oil that the Five Wise Virgins kept; It is the wakeful, burning heart while the foolish world has slept.
"Therefore keep watch, because you do not know the day or the hour." (Matthew 25:13).
Theologians trace the "Coming" as the "rightful King’s" return, to a world He bought with "liquid fire" and "holy unconcern." We are "servants in the household," given talents for the trade. Surrender is the courage not to let the "gift" be stayed. It is the "Great Reversal" where the last shall be the first, and the soul is filled with heaven while it suffers earthly thirst.
"His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!" (Matthew 25:21).

"Truly I tell you," says the Judge, "in the least of these I hide." So, surrender is the opening of the doors we shut inside. To give the coat, to share the bread, to visit those in chains, is to greet the King in shadows before His glory stains the plains. The "continuous baptism" of the trial and the cross is the only way to gain the Gold and burn away the dross.
"The King will reply, "Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me." (Matthew 25:40).

For the "Son of Man" in Matthew is the herald of the New, a Kingdom breaking through the grey, a morning drenched in dew. Surrender is the "Yes" we speak until the clouds are torn. The labor pains we suffer till the New World is reborn. We are submerged in "persecution’s waters," deep and wide, yet we breathe the air of "Easter" while we’re tossed upon the tide.
"Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." (Matthew 5:10).

Wait, then, with a "clear conscience," let the baptismal waters roll, for the King is at the threshold of the sanctuary of the soul. Surrender every "sandcastle," every "throne" you’ve tried to build, until the temple of your life with His Presence is fulfilled. He is coming! He is coming! Let the weary heart find rest, in the total, deep abandonment of the "King’s" eternal quest.
"And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." (Matthew 28:20).

02/05/2026

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01/05/2026

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29/04/2026

Editor's note from our Poetry Editor, Andrea Myinga

Let us ask a fundamental question about our attitude in times of difficulty, suffering, or discrimination because of our faith in Christ.

How do we react when we face persecution?

What does persecution mean to us?

If we maintain a positive attitude, it shows we have truly understood the responsibility that comes with professing the Christian faith.

The culmination of persecutions that Jesus endured was His death on the cross by the hands of His adversaries. Yet this death became the path to enter into the glory of God the Father through His resurrection from the dead on the third day (Acts 2:24). The glorification of Jesus through the resurrection is a reminder that He conquered death and all forms of persecution He suffered. However, to others and even to some of his disciples, the acceptance of those persecutions, especially the death on the cross, was a scandal so great that they could no longer support remaining as His followers.

We recall the story of the two disciples on the road to Emmaus (Lk 24:13-35). They angrily and disappointedly explained the happenings of Jerusalem to a “Stranger.” The death of Jesus on the cross has shaken their faith. They fled persecution in Jerusalem, returning to their old way of life. Yet, there’s one truth that we should always remember when the weight of following Jesus feels too heavy to carry: Christianity and the cross cannot be separated. In other words, the faith we proclaim has been marked by persecution from its very beginning. The faith itself became Christian faith after the paschal events, that is, after the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Before the Pascal events, no one talked about Christianity.

We don’t seek persecution. However, when it comes, we should be ready to accept it with faith. For Christians, persecution is not merely suffering imposed on us. But it has a salvific meaning. Even when it leads to death, dying in Christ is the doorway to enter eternal life in the kingdom of heaven (Ph 1:21, 23). This is the hope found in believing in Christ. The persecution, even the joys, are different ways leading us to God. Like the disciples of Emmaus, we too are invited to welcome Christ into our homes (Lk 24:29), so that He may help us endure situations that seem difficult and challenge our faith.

Therefore, it is not enough to simply profess the Christian faith; we also have the obligation of confessing it by witnessing and expressing it in both words and acts.

28/04/2026

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27/04/2026

WORD OF THE WEEK

TOPIC: Is violence a Christian name?
Anchor scripture: Matthew 5:9

The reality of today shows clearly that peace is lacking. And in other places, they are manipulating this fundamental element of human life and society. Some engage in war while pretending to be in the process of making peace. This is an irony in human history. Violence has never been, and will never be, a Christian identity, and has never been a way towards achieving peace.

To be a Christian is more than simply imitating Jesus Christ. It is to become “another Christ.” Since He is the “Prince of peace” (Is 9:6), His followers should embrace that peace which comes from Him. They must value the gift of life entrusted to humanity at creation (Gn 2:7) and love even those whom they consider enemies (Jn 13:34). This is the way of the children of God, for we become such through the faith in Jesus Christ (Gal 3:26).

The peace that we find in Jesus Christ goes far beyond what the world defines as peace. The world often limits peace to the mere absence of war. The absence of war is closer to security, a condition in which people feel protected from external threats. As Christians, we do not belong to this world. We are pilgrims within it. So, we should reflect the peace of Christ. The peace that wins over domestic violence, hatred, misunderstanding, divorce, defamation, and even war itself. This is the true peace that we are called to cherish. The one that arises when a human person is in reconciliation within themselves, with others, with the all the creation, and with God.

Our God is the God of peace (1 Thess 5:23). Blessed, then, are those who work for peace, for they truly live as children of God.

24/04/2026

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22/04/2026

EDITOR'S NOTE from our Short Story Editor, Raji Emmanuel Ifedolapo

PERSECUTION
Text: Matthew 5:10

What is Persecution?
Persecution is the opposition, rejection, or suffering we face because we choose to live for Christ and stand for what is right. It may come through insults, exclusion, or even physical hardship. Jesus makes it clear in our memory verse that this kind of suffering is not a loss; it carries a promise of the kingdom.
As Christians, we are called to be light. But light naturally exposes darkness, and darkness does not welcome exposure. When you live a life that reflects Christ through truth, purity, and righteousness, you will stand out. And because of that, persecution becomes something to expect, not something strange, because we live in a dark world.

Paul’s Story: From Persecutor to the Persecuted
Before he knew Christ, Paul (then Saul) lived comfortably in the world. He persecuted Christians and took pleasure in it, and he himself faced no persecution.

But everything changed when he encountered Christ. The moment he stepped into the light, he began to experience what he once gave to others: persecution.

- He was beaten: “Five times I received from the Jews the forty lashes minus one… three times I was beaten with rods…” 2 Corinthians 11:24–25
- He was imprisoned: “I have been in prison more frequently…” 2 Corinthians 11:23

Paul’s life shifted from persecutor to persecuted, but also from darkness to light. No wonder Paul later wrote: “That I may know Him and the power of His resurrection, and the fellowship of His sufferings…” Philippians 3:10

Paul understood something deep: To truly know Christ is not only to experience His power, but also to share in His suffering. The same power that raised Jesus from the dead is revealed in a life that is fully surrendered—even when that life goes through persecution.

Jesus said: “A disciple is not above his teacher… it is enough for a disciple to be like his teacher.” Matthew 10:24–25 If Jesus was rejected and persecuted, then those who follow Him should not expect a different path. But this is not discouraging; it is a calling: To be like Christ, even in suffering, is to walk in His footsteps truly.

Conclusion
Persecution is part of the Christian journey. It shows that:
- You are standing for righteousness.
- You are walking in the light.
- You are becoming like Christ.

And as our anchor verse reminds us, those who endure persecution are not losing anything; they are gaining the kingdom of heaven.

Even in the midst of trials, we hold on to this truth: Jesus has already conquered the world. Our suffering is not the end; it is part of a greater victory already secured in Christ. That is why we can remain steady, even in difficult moments, knowing that what we face now cannot compare to what has been prepared for us.

As Jesus Himself assured us: “In this world, you will have tribulation. But be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.” — John 16:33

20/04/2026

WORD FOR THE WEEK

TOPIC: A Disciple Is Not Above His Master

Anchor Scripture: Luke 6:40

In one of the encounters recorded by a father of faith (Luke), he shared how the Lord impressed this truth deeply in his heart: a disciple is not above his master, but everyone who is perfected will be exactly like his master. This statement carries both instruction and expectation. At first glance, it may seem like a limitation, but it is actually a call to alignment. Yes, Jesus said we would do greater works, and this does not contradict that promise. Rather, it means we are called to reflect Him fully in our character, attitude, and response to life.

In every situation we face, the question should be: “How would the Master Jesus respond?”

Jesus lived a life of complete obedience to God’s Word. No matter the pressure or temptation, He remained aligned with the will of the Father. As His followers, we are called to walk that same path of obedience. He also demonstrated total dependence on God. This was evident in His consistent prayer life and fasting. He did not act independently of the Father, and neither should we. A true disciple learns to rely on God daily, not occasionally.

Another clear attribute of Jesus was His love and kindness. He showed compassion to the broken, mercy to the undeserving, and grace even in the face of rejection. Peter denied him three times during his persecution. After the resurrection, I thought he should have questioned Peter, but he chose to forgive him. This is the same lifestyle we are expected to emulate as believers.

In conclusion, this scripture brings us to a simple but powerful truth: As Jesus is, so we are expected to be. Our lives should reflect Him so clearly that when people see us, they see Jesus at work. In our words, actions, decisions, and reactions, we represent Him.

As we go through this week, let this remain in your heart: You are a disciple of Jesus, and you are His ambassador.

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