“I waited patiently for the Lord; and He inclined to me and heard my cry.” — Psalm 40:1 In tonight's verse, the writer says he waited. In Hebrew, the word for wait is Qavah. This word portrays deliberate, tension-filled waiting that binds the heart to the expected intervention of Yahweh. It is not passive. It is not lazy. It is faith stretched toward the sure character of God. But what does it mean to wait patiently for the Lord? Does it mean sitting down while everything falls apart around you? No tuition for your children? Just sit and wait for God to pay it? Getting older and still single? Just sit and never look for a spouse? Hungry? Just sit and do nothing while you starve? No. That is not biblical waiting. Waiting in Scripture is never passive resignation. It is active trust. It is crying out. It is seeking. It is hoping. “Surely none who wait for You will be put to shame” (Psalm 25:3). David did not just sit. He cried to the Lord. He called on Him. He humbled himself. He pra...

A brief response to honest questions Recently, in response to a prayer update about the escalating conflict in the Middle East, someone with a name, Penanu raised two important questions: 1. “Sorry to say, it's only Africans who believe in Jesus Christ's teachings. Otherwise, why destroy human life?” 2. “To those who are not scholars, they may think Israelites are Christians—that's very wrong.” These are honest questions that many people wrestle with. Let's take a moment to address both with humility and biblical clarity. Part One: Is Faith in Jesus Only an African Reality? The short answer is no—and the Bible itself shows us why. A Global Faith from the Beginning Christianity did not begin in Africa or Europe. It began in the Middle East, among Jewish people, and spread outward in every direction. Some of the earliest Christian communities were in: · Jerusalem (Israel) · Antioch (modern-day Turkey) · Alexandria (Egypt) · Ethiopia (Africa) · Rome (Europe) From its birth...

Sometimes the strongest faith is not the one that speaks most loudly, but the one that depends most fully. Not self-built confidence, not rehearsed declarations of faith, but a quiet, complete reliance on the Lord who knows all things. Consider the prophet Ezekiel. Brought to a valley of dry, lifeless bones, he faced a question that defied human logic: “Son of man, can these bones live?” And I answered, “O Lord God, You know.” — Ezekiel 37:3 Ezekiel did not muster confidence in his own ability to prophesy life. He did not analyze the situation or offer strategic solutions. He simply placed the impossible back into the hands of the One who holds all knowledge and power: “O Lord God, You know.” The Faith That Rests This is the faith we are called to walk in. Not faith in our own words, our own strength, or our own understanding. But faith that looks at the dry bones—the impossible situations, the dead dreams, the hopeless circumstances—and says, “Lord, You know.” You do not need t...

Prayer Suggestions (Monday 8th – Saturday 13th December, 2025) Monday, 8th December 2025 Focus:  Health for the Team Prayer:  We pray for good health and strength for all the missionaries and the entire Rising Point for Christ family as they make final preparations. We ask for God's sustaining hand over their physical and emotional well-being. Scripture:  Psalm 103:1-13 Tuesday, 9th December 2025 Focus:  Peace for Families and Recruitment Prayer:  We pray for God’s peace to guard the hearts and minds of the families that missionaries will leave behind. We also pray for God to draw and confirm every person He has appointed to join this mission. Scripture:  Philippians 4:6-7 Wednesday, 10th December 2025 Focus:  The Host Church & Logistics Prayer:  We pray for our hosts in Buhweju. We ask for a powerful partnership in the Gospel, blessings upon the host church, and wisdom for Ven. Rev. Canon Silvanus Muhairwe as he prepares to receive...

Rising Point for Christ Family, Yesterday, Rev. Dr. Eng. Emmanuel Mwesigwa shared with me, Silas a powerful and challenging word from the Lord that I believe is for many of us at this time: “If anyone comes to Me, and does not hate his own father and mother and wife and children and brothers and sisters, yes, and even his own life, he cannot be My disciple.” — Luke 14:26 At first glance, this command can be startling. But let us be clear: Jesus is not calling us to sinful anger or bitterness. He is speaking of a “holy reordering” of our loves. He asks for a love and loyalty so supreme, so total, that every other God-given relationship—as precious as it is—finds its proper place under our devotion to Him. What does this mean for us today, especially for our upcoming mission? Many of you feel the tug of God’s call to Buhweju, but also feel the weight of concern from home. Some of you are scared about how your parents or family will react. This is a real and valid struggle. In this contex...

What do we see in the church today? We see a concerning trend: a rise of ungodly pastors and spiritually compromised leaders. In an effort to grow their congregations, some churches now look to the world's models. They bring in celebrities from the music industry and motivational speakers, presenting them to the flock. But what is the result? The people are given what they want—entertainment that satisfies carnal desires —rather than what they need: the unvarnished truth of God's Word that leads to holiness. This creates a dangerous cycle. The church may be filled, and a certain “vibe” may be created, but without holiness, there is no true life (Hebrews 12:14). When Jesus said, “No one can snatch them out of my hand” (John 10:28), He spoke the truth. So why do we act as if His Church needs the strategies of the world to survive? Why exchange authentic worship for performance, and solid preaching for motivational talks that lack the power to save? There is a pressing need for re...

To the beloved Family of God at Rising Point for Christ, friends and family,  Grace and peace to you in the name of our Lord Jesus. We have stepped into the month of November, our second-last month of the year. This is a sacred opportunity to draw near to God and surrender to Him our daily struggles with sin, the hardships that weigh on our hearts, and the pains that we often carry in silence. Even the Apostle Paul, a mighty man of God, was no stranger to this battle, writing openly about his thorn in the flesh and his inner conflict (2 Corinthians 12:7-9, Romans 7). As believers, we all face seasons of struggle—whether with sin, disappointment, discouragement from loved ones, or the heartbreak of relationships. But in the midst of it all, remember this unchanging truth: God is with you.  Troubles will come, but our God promises rescue and restoration. Recently, I asked a brother to contribute a word of greeting for this month. He replied, “I am broken into pieces.”  ...

Scripture Reading: John 20:19-23 (NASB) > “So when it was evening on that day, the first day of the week, and when the doors were shut where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in their midst and said to them, ‘Peace be with you.’  And when He had said this, He showed them both His hands and His side. The disciples then rejoiced when they saw the Lord. So Jesus said to them again, ‘Peace be with you; as the Father has sent Me, I also send you.’  And when He had said this, He breathed on them and said to them, ‘Receive the Holy Spirit.’  If you forgive the sins of any, their sins have been forgiven them; if you retain the sins of any, they have been retained.” This passage reveals a profound truth: the same Jesus who was sent by the Father to bring us salvation now sends us out into the world. He does not send us in our own strength, but by breathing His Holy Spirit upon us, empowering us to carry His message of forgiveness and peace. Just ...

BUHWEJU MISSION (By Winniefred Chance Nabwire)  To the Beloved in Christ, Peace in the name of our risen Savior. Hear this call to your spirit— A divine summons to arise And join the Buhweju Mission. From December 14th to the 21st, With Rising Point for Christ, Prepare your heart as a living offering. Let the Lord work powerfully through you. Our theme, drawn from Scripture's depth, A sacred charge to the faithful: “FROM GRACE TO GOODNESS. Imitate our God by doing good— Shine His brilliant light into the world's need.” By grace alone we will stand In West Ankole Diocese, Lifting high the unchanging truth of Scripture. Come, witness the move of God's hand In the sacred hills of Western Uganda— Do not dare to miss what He will do. Laboring in the Lord's vineyard, Winniefred Chance Nabwire— God's chosen instrument for such a time as this. For more info: rising.point4christ.ug@gmail.com

Happy New Month, beloved brethren! As we step into October, we embrace a new month of true satisfaction in Christ Jesus. God's blessings overflow as we commence the final three months of the year 2025. It is a beautiful month, made even more so by the grace God has shown in my life. The 25th of October is my birthday, and I welcome you to join me in giving thanks to God for His faithfulness and mercy throughout my life. 💧 Anchored in “The Wellspring” This year, my personal message and the theme for our Annual Prayer and Fasting with the Rising Point for Christ family are one and the same: “The Wellspring: Finding Satisfaction in Christ”  from John 4:1-26. This world often leaves us feeling lost and dissatisfied. I, Oriokot confess that around June, I fell into this trap. I was desperate for funds to visit my parents in August with my fiancée. A deep dissatisfaction with what I had grew in my heart, and I forgot God's promise never to leave or forsake me. In a moment of weak...

Voddie. Voddie. Voddie. The name echoes with the weight of a calling faithfully fulfilled. In a generation with many preachers, genuine heralds of the Gospel with good intentions are few in that vineyard. Preachers are many, but few are truthfully, boldly, and sincerely proclaiming the salvation that comes from trusting solely in the Lord Jesus Christ. Voddie stood out as one of them. A Preacher of Christ, Not Prosperity He was, unequivocally, the preacher of Christ. While others preached a gospel of prosperity—a God of only good times and no bad times—Voddie was busy preaching the God of all seasons. One of the most striking things about this man was that he preached Jesus. He pleaded with men with tears, asking them to come to the Lordship of Jesus Christ through repentance. His ministry was not with entertainment, but with purity in the Gospel. He offered not prosperity, but Christ. He taught us just as the Apostle Paul did—with tears, pleading with us to trust in Christ Jesus. A Gu...

INTERCEDE Rising Point for Christ “The Wellspring: Finding Satisfaction in Christ” —John 4:1-26 Our Call: Drink Deeply. Worship Truly. Proclaim Boldly.  (Drink & Worship: The Satisfying Christ)  Oct 3rd — 5th, 2025 A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, It is with great joy that I welcome you to our Annual Three Days of Prayer and Fasting for 2025. This sacred tradition, which we observe on the first Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of October each year, is a divine opportunity to collectively pause, refocus, and draw nearer to our Almighty God. As we center our hearts on His sovereignty, grace, and power, let us remember that our God is not only in ultimate control but is also rich in mercy, love, and ever-attentive to our prayers. Let this be more than a routine; see it as a profound invitation and a privilege to encounter the very heart of God. I encourage you to approach each day's devotion and prayer with intentionality. Meditate on His Word, p...

Introduction Many of us struggle with the deep, lingering pain caused by others. The command to forgive can feel like an impossible burden, adding guilt to our hurt. The following is a real conversation between a young lady named Racheal Mahirwe, who carried years of unresolved pain, and Silas, who offered biblical truth and compassionate guidance. We share it with the hope that if you see your own struggle in Rachel's words, you will also find hope in the path to freedom. Racheal:  Hello 👋 Good afternoon. I wish to know about forgiveness if you don’t mind. So sorry for inboxing you. Silas:  Hi Racheal, good afternoon to you too! 👋 Please, don’t apologize for reaching out—it’s absolutely no trouble at all. I'm happy to talk about forgiveness. First, it’s so important to know this: if you have put your faith in Jesus Christ, then you are completely forgiven. This means all your sins—past, present, and even future ones—are covered by His grace. Because you are so fully and fre...

 I have met with university students and other young people across Uganda and made a troubling discovery: while most Ugandans still believe sin exists, far fewer are willing to admit they themselves are sinners. Through engagements with Christian Unions and mission teams on campus, a clear pattern emerged. These conversations expose a troubling reality—our culture has grown comfortable acknowledging sin in the abstract while denying its personal weight. This disconnect, many experts argue, is the direct fruit of years of silence from Ugandan pulpits. That silence is measurable. My own research suggests that as few as 5% of sermons from major urban pastors in Uganda directly address sin. When the church avoids its most foundational truth, the people it serves inevitably lose sight of their need for repentance and salvation. We are now watching the consequences play out on a national scale. The numbers are devastating. I am convinced that over 90% of Ugandans affirm that sin is real....

 Dear Beloved in Christ, Rising Point for Christ Family and partners, Grace and peace to you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. As we step into the month of September, we thank God for His faithfulness and the gift of a new beginning. This Wednesday, September 3, 2025, we will hold our monthly Prayer and Fasting service—the first Wednesday of the month—centered on the theme: “Suit Up for Change” (Ephesians 6:10–18). The day will include the following activities: 👍 Morning Glory Prayer Cycle -5:30am - 6:30am 👍 Lunch Hour Fellowship -12:00pm - 1:15pm 👍 Evening Mega Prayer Cycle -8:00pm - 9:15pm Our regular weekly programs continue as usual: 🙏Mondays: Bethel Life Group Fellowship 🙏Tuesdays: Personal Reflections, Prayer, and Study of God’s Word 🙏Thursdays: Gethsemane Life Group Fellowship 🙏Fridays: Personal Bible Studies and Quiet Times 🙏Saturdays: Emmaus and Upper Room Life Group Fellowship I also want to remind you of our upcoming Annual Three-Day Prayer ...

Silas Oriokot This evening, I received a request from one of my leaders in The Rising Point for Christ—our Associate Discipleship Leader, Brother Justus Ainembabazi—asking me to lead the intercessory prayer for our Emmaus & Upper Room life group fellowship. Immediately, a song of thanksgiving flowed from my lips: “Thank You, Jesus. Thank You, Jesus. Thank You, Jesus.” What a privilege it is to serve the Lord in this way. I don’t know what assignment or moment of grace God gave you today, but as we prepare our hearts for the Lord’s Day, I am reminded of this simple, powerful truth: We always have a reason to give thanks. In everything, for all things—through Christ Jesus—we give thanks. This is the will of God for you (1 Thessalonians 5:18). So tonight, I invite you to declare with a grateful heart: Thank You, Jesus. May your heart be light with gratitude and your spirit rest in His peace. Wishing you a blessed and refreshing Sunday. May His name be exalted! In Christ’s serv...

> By Silas Oriokot  > Peace to you, friend. I pray this truth finds you strong in the Lord and in good health. This evening, I’ve been reflecting on Paul’s opening words in his first letter to Timothy: “Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the command of God our Savior and of Christ Jesus our hope, To Timothy, my true son in the faith: Grace, mercy and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.”  —1 Timothy 1:1-2 Beloved, we see many today claiming titles like “Apostle” in our churches—but we must be vigilant. Many are false.  Paul’s authority rested on two divine realities:  1.  The command of God our Savior  — who rescued us from wrath through Christ’s sacrifice on the cross, securing eternal life for all who believe.  2.  The command of Christ Jesus our hope  — for apart from Him, we are hopeless. Without Christ, there is no saving knowledge of God.  This is the test of true ministry.  Does it point to Chris...

Praise the Lord, Rising Point for Christ Family!  We bless the holy name of the Lord for bringing us together on this first Wednesday of the new month (August) for prayer and fasting. Thank You, Jesus!  We give special thanks for:   🤓 Every member  who joined us in faith   👨‍❤️‍👨 Our faithful brethren  who led each segment: praise and worship, prayer and intercession, and testimonies   🥰 God’s servants  who brought forth His Word: Brother Joel Olupot, Brother Asan Rubaga, and myself  🫱🏻‍🫲🏻 Brother Innocent Nuwagaba Oriokot,  our long-lost brother in Christ, who returned to fellowship with us today!  God used every one of you mightily—to Him be all the glory! Remember Who You Are:  > “Our old self was crucified with Him... so that we would no longer be enslaved to sin.”  (Romans 6:6)  You are God’s children—liberated from bondage! No longer slaves to sin, we now walk in righteousness ...

  Good Afternoon, Rising Point for Christ Family! I greet you in the precious name of Jesus. You are such an amazing family! Sometimes I wish I could be with each of you in person, or at least write to you individually by name. Though technology limits us, please know this deeply: “I love you all very much.” Today, we joined together in prayer and fasting for a vital yet often overlooked topic:  “FREED FROM BONDAGE: Living No Longer as Slaves to Sin”  (Romans 6:6–7; John 8:34–36).  Thank you for your faithfulness in Christ! Your willingness to deny worldly pleasures and seek God through this fast truly reflects your heart for Him.  To Close Our Fast at 5:00 PM:  1.  Prayerfully Conclude:  Spend time thanking God and blessing His name.  2.  Speak His Grace:  Declare words of His grace to formally end your fast.  3.  Refresh Yourselves:  Enjoy a light snack. Juice or bushera  would be perfect!  After Y...

Beloved in Christ, On the eighth day —the dawn of a new beginning –Moses gathers Aaron, his sons, and Israel’s elders (vv. 1, 5). The air hums with holy anticipation: Today, Yahweh will appear  (v. 4, 6). Before them lie three offerings:  1. Sin Offering  (v. 2-3, 8-11); Atonement for guilt 2. Burnt Offering  (v. 2-3, 12-14); Total surrender to God   3. Peace Offering  (v. 4, 18-21); Communion restored Every ritual points beyond itself to Christ. The “male without defect”  (v. 2-3) is Jesus —the flawless Lamb who walked our dusty roads, faced Herod and Pilate, and bore His cross to Golgotha. His sacrifice fulfills all:  > First, “He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins”  (1 John 2:2);  Our Sin Offering > Second, “Christ loved us and gave Himself up for us”  (Ephesians 5:2);  Our Burnt Offering    > Third,   “He Himself is our peace”  (Ephesians 2:14);  Our Peace ...