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Zion Bread of Life Christian Church

Sunday, 14th September 2025

Rev Daniel Poon

In today’s world, we are surrounded by heartbreaking news and deep emotional struggles. Many people feel weak, hesitant to express themselves, and reluctant to burden their families.

In Genesis 9, a passage read recently at the Father’s Table. After the flood, God gave Noah and his family a new beginning, sealed with a covenant and a rainbow—a sign of His enduring faithfulness. God’s command to “be fruitful and increase in number” (Genesis 9:1) and His declaration that life is sacred (Genesis 9:6) remind us that His purpose remains unchanged, even in a broken world.

From this passage, we receive three powerful reminders for living a blessed life:

Cherish the New Beginning God Gives

After the flood, God didn’t abandon humanity. Instead, He blessed Noah and his sons with a fresh start. Despite the sin and chaos in the world, God’s mercy prevailed. Today, we are offered the same opportunity—to begin again. But this new beginning must be embraced with faith, not fear. It’s a call to live with hope, trusting that God’s will is still at work.

Respect Life and Establish Order

God set clear boundaries for life, declaring that human life is sacred because we are made in His image. In a world where violence and hatred often dominate, we are called to uphold the value of life and promote peace. Respecting life means choosing compassion over conflict and justice over vengeance. It’s a foundational step toward building a society where God’s blessings can flow.

Choose to Cover and Build

Genesis 9:23 tells the story of Shem and Japheth, who respectfully covered their father Noah’s shame, while Ham exposed it. The result was blessing for the former and a curse for the latter. This teaches us that blessings are not automatic—they are tied to our choices. In our relationships, we must decide whether to expose faults or to cover, forgive, and restore. When we choose to build families, honor authority, and heal brokenness, we create space for God’s grace.