Deeply Rooted

As we step into the opening months of 2026, we hear again the words of Jesus to Simon Peter: "Launch out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch." (Luke 5:4, NKJV). It is a call to trust Him beyond the shoreline, to move past the familiar shallows and to discover the abundance that lies in the depths of His calling.

This edition of DEEPLY ROOTED invites you to journey with courage and expectancy. Each reflection is written to help you listen afresh to Christ's voice, to risk faith where comfort ends and to find His provision in places you may not have imagined. Launching out into the deep is not about striving harder, but about leaning into His word, His Spirit and His timing and across these months you will be encouraged to trust His command even when circumstances seem uncertain, reflect on His presence in the deep waters of challenge and opportunity and to step forward in faith to discover the catch He has prepared for you. Every day offers a passage of Scripture, a thoughtful reflection, and a prompt for prayer and application. Whether you are facing new beginnings, hidden challenges, or you are unexploring fresh opportunities, this devotional will help you anchor your life in Christ and move boldly into the depths of His calling.

Written by Rev Dr Henry C. Ohakah, Minister at Mountsorrel Baptist Church, this devotional is rich with pastoral warmth and practical insight to help the New Testament believer to draw closer to God one day at a time. Shalom!