The Adonai's Crescent

The God Who Stoops to See Reference Ps 113:1-3 (AMP)- Praise the Lord! (Hallelujah!) Praise, O servants of the Lord, Praise the name of the Lord. Blessed be the name of the Lord. From this time forth and forever. From the rising of the sun to its setting The name of the Lord is to be praised [with awe-inspired reverence]. The ancient Psalmist gives us that perspective in Psalm 113. It is a short chapter, but it packs a punch that can completely recalibrate our view of God and, consequently, our view of ourselves. There are days when life feels incredibly small. We get lost in the minutiae of our to-do lists, the weight of our worries, and the echo of our own inadequacies. We look at the mountains we need to climb—the career goals, the relationship hurdles, the personal healing—and we feel like specks of dust at the base of a giant. It’s in these moments of feeling insignificant that we desperately need a new perspective. This isn't a quiet, polite suggestion. It is a declaration of...

The Open Ear of Heaven Reference:: "The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are open to their cry." — Ps 34:15 In a world that so often feels cold and indifferent, this single verse from David’s psalm rings out like a clear, unwavering bell. It offers no illusion of a trouble-free life—David wrote these words after narrowly escaping the wrath of King Abimelech by feigning madness, a desperate act born of sheer survival. Yet, in that dark cave of fear, he grasped a radiant truth: God is no distant watchmaker who sets the universe in motion and departs. He is a living, loving Father whose eyes are ever upon His children and whose ear is always tuned to their cry. The first part of the verse talks about God’s eyes, which speak of knowing, caring, and approving. When the psalmist says the Lord’s eyes are “on the righteous,” it’s not about distant watching but gentle protection. It’s the same kind of gaze described in 2 Chronicles 16:9—“the eyes of the Lord run to ...

*Monthly Intercessory Prayer Summary – August 1, 2026* *Theme:* Persistent Prayer Brings Divine Encounters and Prepares the Way for God's Purpose *Opening Reflection* The group reflected on *John 20:1–18* , focusing on Mary Magdalene, who remained at the tomb even after others had left. Her *persistence, love, and devotion* led to the miraculous encounter with the risen Lord Jesus. *Key Insight:* Mary's steadfastness reminds us that those who remain faithful in seeking the Lord will experience His presence and receive fresh revelation. We prayed that believers would cultivate the same perseverance and consistency in their prayer lives. *Thanksgiving* - We thanked God for: • His faithfulness and provision throughout the past year at the WMR site. • The extension of the WMR car park for another year. • The vision He has given for church expansion and the opportunities He continues to open before us. *Prayer Points* *Church Expansion* We prayed for God's wisdom, favour, ...

 Negotiating!! Reference 1 Sam 1 One thing leads to another—I have heard this phrase many times. When I reflect on it, I am reminded of Hannah in the Bible, who poured out her heart to God with deep sincerity. She embraced God’s Word, hearing it during her family’s annual visit to the Temple, and she cherished those moments in His presence. In her devotion, she spent time with God, laying her desires before Him and making a heartfelt vow to seal her deal with commitment, trusting fully in His promises. As prayer warriors, we need to gather ourselves often with willingness, quietly step away from distractions (a big skill), and enter His sanctuary, where God’s presence dwells. These three things—willingness, quietness, and sanctuary dwelling—are essential for positioning ourselves to commune with the Lord. When we look at Hannah in 1 Samuel 1, we can see all these elements at work, leading to God’s promises, actions, and outcomes. Prayer is a form of negotiation we practice solely i...

Elisha Passed the Test Ref 2 Kg 2:1-14 This scripture tells of the transitional journey Elijah and Elisha shared—walking and talking together. There was a push and pull, but in the end, determination prevailed. What are we willing to cross over for? If you asked Elisha, he would say everything, with all his might. He had watched Elijah closely over the years, never panicking but following with God’s peace alongside his master. Even when Elijah asked him to stay behind while he ran an errand as instructed by God, he refused to leave his side. He remained determined, persistent, loyal, collaborative, and eagerly anticipating this moment. In various significant places, such as the pushback, Gilgal (rolling away our shame), Bethel (where God is revealed), Jericho (walls falling), and the Jordan (crossing over), each holds its own unique meaning. We can relate these moments to our lives and give thanks to God for guiding us through overcoming Gilgal, experiencing Bethel, witnessing the fall...

Monthly Intercessory Prayer Summary - July 4, 2026 - Theme : Keep our eyes open as we enter into the H2 2026.  Alignment with God Through the Blood of Jesus!! Opening Reflection: The group reflected on Luke 22:1-13, contrasting two responses to God's direction: · Peter and John: Kept their eyes open, followed the Master's words as top priority, and entered the new city ready for assignment · Judas: Went to the world and agreed with religious leaders to betray Jesus Key Insight: Even one of the twelve chosen by Jesus can go astray without intentional alignment. Thanksgiving: Thanked God for: · First half of 2026 guidance · Provision, protection, healing, and anointing · Ministry outcomes Core Teaching : Obtaining the Blood of Jesus Question: How can we obtain the Blood of Jesus Christ? Answer: It was shed on Calvary—you receive it through belief. Alignment with God required understanding that: · God cannot behold sin (Habakkuk 1:13) · Iniquities separate us from G...