Cabin Devos

Judas walked away—just days before the greatest victory in history was revealed. That contrast raises a question many of us wrestle with: How do we know when to keep going… and when to let go? In Philippians 3, Paul gives us a powerful picture of what it means to press on—to know Christ deeply, to experience His power, and to refuse to be held back by the past. And when we look at Luke 24, we see something equally striking: some stayed. They waited. They endured. And they witnessed the resurrection. But not everyone did.

Sometimes life feels like a waiting room, quiet, uncertain, and full of questions. In this episode of Cabin Devos, we explore what it means to wait on God with patience, hope, and faith. Using Genesis, we unpack how God’s timing is perfect even when nothing around us seems to be moving. You’ll be guided through three reflective questions designed to help you: Examine your own seasons of waiting See how God is at work even in silence Respond with faith, not frustration  

This episode was born out of exhaustion.   Not the kind you fix with rest, but the kind that settles quietly into your spirit and makes you wonder if you’re carrying life alone. In that tired place, a sarcastic comment on Facebook lingered longer than it should have: “Focus on yourself, don’t mind the relatives—they only come together to help with burial preparations.” It was meant to be funny, but when you’re already worn down, jokes like that confirm a deeper fear—that when it really matters, no one shows up.   The story takes us to the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus asked His closest friends to stay awake and pray with Him, just a little longer. They loved Him. They meant well. But they fell asleep. And Jesus named a truth we still live with today: “The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.”   This episode sits in that tension—between willingness and weakness, faith and fatigue, loneliness and endurance. Through honest reflections from different voices, we explore what it feels like to stay awake when others are worn out, to hope when support feels thin, and to remember that even when everyone else sleeps, God does not.   If you’ve been tired, disappointed, or quietly holding on, this conversation is for you. Come sit with us in the garden—and learn what it means to stay awake a little longer. -------------------------------------------- BUY THE BOOK HERE: http://nosignal.cabindevos.com  

Prayer isn’t always easy. In this conversation, David, Grace, and Pastor Frankie wrestle with two big questions: “I struggle with prayer—true or false?” and “If God answered all my prayers, would my life be better?” Together they explore what it means to pray without ceasing, how communal prayer shapes us, and why God’s wisdom often protects us from our own requests. Rooted in Philippians 4 and the Lord’s Prayer, this episode invites you to yield after “amen,” find peace in God’s timing, and walk with Him in the everyday. Finding Truth Fellowship What's app channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBAnjv42DcWLYhFaS0H  

we wrestle with the gray areas of honesty. Is it ever okay to withhold part of the truth if our motives seem pure? Does God judge us by the intentions of our heart, or by the words we actually speak? Together, we’ll dig into what Scripture says about integrity, deception, and the fine line between silence and falsehood. Get ready for a conversation that challenges us to think deeper: Is leaving out details an act of wisdom—or a subtle form of dishonesty? Cabin Devos Website:  Finding Truth Fellowship Website: http://findingtruthfellowship.org/ Finding Truth Fellowship What's app Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBAnjv42DcWLYhFaS0H Finding Truth Fellowship Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@FindingTruthFellowship/ David Tubirye's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@davidtubirye  

Loving people who are hard to love is never simple. Should love mean staying silent to protect relationships, or does real love speak hard truths? And does accepting someone mean overlooking wrong patterns—or calling them higher? In this discussion, we wrestle with the tension between grace and truth, exploring how to love deeply without compromising honesty. These types of questions are discussed in a physical fellowship. Click the links below to Check out the Finding Truth Fellowship website or their what's app Channel Website: http://findingtruthfellowship.org/ What's App Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbBAnjv42DcWLYhFaS0H  

In this episode, we explore one of the hardest yet most transformative aspects of faith—surrender. Inspired by Mark 14:32-36 and Flavia Olwol’s powerful commentary, we dive into Jesus’ prayer in Gethsemane, where He faced overwhelming sorrow but still declared, “Not my will, but Yours.” Why is surrender so difficult? How do we trust God when His plans don’t look like what we expected? Through insightful reflections from Flavia, real-life stories from our community, and practical steps for walking in surrender, this episode will challenge and encourage you to trust God in your own “Gethsemane” moments.

In this episode, we explore a powerful commentary by Flavia Olwol, reflecting on how life’s interruptions—like her cancer diagnosis—can become divine invitations to draw closer to God. Using the story of Jesus’ transfiguration in Mark 9, we uncover lessons about the importance of solitude, listening to God’s voice, and trusting His plans, even when they differ from our own.   Join me as we reflect on what it means to climb your own “high mountain” of solitude, embrace God’s presence, and gain clarity in your walk with Him. This episode will inspire you to step away from distractions and hear His voice more clearly in your daily life.

In this episode, we explore the life-giving rest that Jesus offers in Matthew 11:28: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” We unpack what it means to experience rest as a gift rather than another task on your to-do list. Discover how rest restores not just your body but your mind and spirit, why it’s essential even in the busiest seasons, and how Jesus modeled it for us. With practical tips, fresh insights, and heartfelt reflections, we invite you to step into God’s invitation for renewal, refreshment, and connection.

Struggling to find consistent time to pray and worship amidst the busyness of life? You’re not alone. In this episode, we explore the challenges many Christians face in maintaining regular quiet time with God and how Jesus’ example in the Gospel of Mark offers practical solutions.   Learn how the time of day and place matter for minimizing distractions, how time with God brings clarity and focus, and how it empowers us for spiritual success. Jesus prioritized solitude with the Father, even after exhausting days of ministry—showing us the importance of intentional time with God.   Tune in for insights and practical tips on developing a closer relationship with God by carving out moments of prayer and worship in your daily routine. Let’s seek Him first together! LINK TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE DEVOTIONAL https://bit.ly/cabindevotional  

In Episode 2 of Hope, we introduced Emmanuel, a father who struggled to raise his daughter in an African environment rife with corruption and hardship. Despite the challenges, Emmanuel found strength in his faith and the living hope that anchored him through difficult times. This episode is about the responsibility and privilege of sharing the hope we have in Christ, especially with the next generation. The bond between a father and daughter, and the transformative power of hope. Emmanuel’s story reminds us that hope isn’t just for surviving; it’s for thriving—and it’s meant to be shared. As he prays for and encourages his daughter, we see how faith and hope can shape the future, even in the most difficult circumstances. Join us as we explore how the hope we carry can inspire and strengthen

We all have or are experiencing change.  Change is disorienting. Like a compass needle we must default to the “True North”

It started along time ago, as far as 20 years ago. We look back and there soooo maannny people God has used to bring us to finally be able to move to Rwanda.  This story is only the beginning of so much that we believe God continues to do in each of our lives.    IMPORTANT LINKS: History of our Ministry in Rwanda: http://bit.ly/rwandanewsletter  Link to give: https://give.wol.org/davidtubirye

There is the denial and there is the hopelessness perceived.  Then there is the truth about depression.  The Biblical Truth

Is injustice and unfairness subjective? What do you do when you find yourself in unfair situation?

Today we have Tr. Carol who joined Word of Life more than 10 years ago, ... sharing with the Story of how far Word of Life has come and how Word of Life has impacted her as an individual and as family +++++++++++++++++++ If you register for the 10th in advance, you get to join the wall of fame: http://bit.ly/registration20years Click link for details  

Amazing how, most of the time, all we have to do is take the next step ahead of us. In this episode Chris shares how the idea of Camps gave birth to what we now know as Word of Life Uganda. 20 years later. Enjoy

“There’s this idea that to live out of conformity with how I feel is hypocrisy; but that’s a wrong definition of hypocrisy,” Thoennes said. “To live out of conformity to what I believe is hypocrisy. To live in conformity with what I believe, in spite of what I feel, isn’t hypocrisy; it’s integrity.” - THE GOSPEL COALITION To join our what's app group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/KstuJoIrSJIE4hdBYjUieY

"Leaders that don’t stand up for what they believe in are difficult to respect and trust.   Too many leaders today battle the gulf between assimilation and authenticity.   They waste too much of their valuable time trying to act like other leaders in the organization – rather than attempting to establish their own identity and leadership style.   This is why less than 15% of leaders have defined and live their personal brand." - - Forbes   Enjoy the show.  For details check out https://cabindevos.com/

Six things to consider; 1. Do some soul searching Psalm 139 2. Make a decision to trust God James 1  3. Thanks giving  4. Prayer Philipians 4 5. Availability “Here I’m Lord, send me” 6. Develop a heart of expectation (Does not mean a better job)   For more details, visit: cabindevos.com/

Pastor Kevin shares principles to consider the day you lose your job. These principles will be helpful now or later for you or a friend that may be going through this difficult phase of life.  Cabin Devos … your #1 Live podcast. Sundays at 9:00PM East African time  Visit http://cabindevos.com/  for the link to the Live show or to set a reminder.   

After a very long work of day, you head home and find you partner 3 times more tired. Meanwhile there has been unresolved issues from the day before and probably that morning. How do you deal? > A failure to submit to the needs of another (It’s your turn to do etc is always the backup.) > Effects of tiredness to the marrieds > Jesus had long days, what did He do? (Spoke to the Father) > Do we sometimes just blame the longday for on going issues?   For details,  Visit: cabindevos.com

This week everyday on Cabin Devos we are publishing an Episode at 9:00 pm.  These are interviews and conversations I have had with friends on our live shows that  I believe will bless you.  This coming sunday on the 20th of November we are having eleanor + all her singles friends coming to explain to us why they fear to commit.  We shall discuss fears singles have concerning marriage. Some are legit fears, they are problems that married people now can not escape ...while others are baseless fears.  Question for you: “Is hell for rich people?” After all, it is harder for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God. Sounds like a Sunday school question and some have urged that it the love of money that is the problem and not money in it’s self. But this verse does not say that it’s harder for the rich man that loves his money. It’s simply the rich money. I’m yet to find to rich men that don’t love their money. As we navigate this tough economy we need to learn where the traps are and avoid them.  Welcome to this episode that ask the question, “Is hell for rich people?” Previous   episodes can be found when you search for Cabin Devos on    Apple podcasts,  Podbean Amazon’s Audible  Spotify  And Straight  on google or google podcasts Enjoy the show….  

In this episode we explore this ancient vice of marriages experiencing fights some ending in divorce.  In his book "Ceasefire" Chip gives amazing principles on how find peace when all you see is conflict.  We have the privilege of having him back for part 2, Live on the show this coming 23rd October 2022.    Link to live show: cabindevos.com/  

Diversity is a reality of life and therefore a reality of any society or team. Examples in everyday life: The human body (legs, heart, eyes, head, hands etc.) A soccer team (strikers, defenders, coach, doctors etc.) A nation has different tribes and even within tribes there is clans. Government (president, judiciary, cabinet, security forces etc.)   Its possible for diversity to be used for unity as opposed as a basis for division. The Bible is full of pictures of diversity that work in unity (Teamwork) The Trinity (God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit). 12 Tribes of Israel conquering the Promised Land. The Church composed of Jews and Gentiles called to be one (Galatians 3:28)   ++++++++++++++++++ To support our ministry Visit:https://give.wol.org/davidtubirye

"TALK THROUGH THE BOOK OF JAMES" is available for further discussion in the BOOK CLUB.  Visit http://cabindevos.com/ to join the BOOK CLUB

"When the work of patience is complete, it will furnish all that is necessary for our Christian race and warfare. We should not pray so much for the removal of affliction, as for wisdom to make a right use of it. And who does not want wisdom to guide him under trials, both in regulating his own spirit, and in managing his affairs?" - Matthew Henry

But there is a practical and biblical way to solve this mystery.  The problem is if one piece is out of place, the ripple effects are future disaster 

Who knew they will some day need lessons on commutating to their best friend. But hey, here we are! Take courage!

Marriage is such a mystery that few can say they have found joy in it.  Some have prioritised wrongly. May be it's not even about priorities but the author.

Marriage can be as confusing as dating a stranger.  Is it possible that the confusion starts with each one's role in this relationship?

Marriage can be as confusing as dating a stranger.  Is it possible that the confusion starts with each one's role in this relationship?

In this episode we reduce some of the pressure single people face from their married friends.  We also find out how this status can be lived in honour of God

One verse I can not get out of my mind is “…upon this rock  I will build my church.” Matthew 16:18 What does that mean? You can urge about who or what the rock is one thing you can’t urge about is; Christ is the builder and if we are going to find any problems tonight … we shall find that we as humans are the ones drifting. May be we have redefined church…? I don’t know… But one thing I know is that we have some very well studied guests. They have wrestled with these things the same way we have (in our doubt) There is going to be an imaginary line in todays discussion.  We are not discussing online Vs. Physical church although you will hear the limitations of online church sticking out like a soar thumb.   The argument tonight is why we should all belong to a church. A body of believers. ++++++++++ IMPORTANT LINKS  Support our ministry with Word of Life: https://give.wol.org/davidtubirye Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmazdwanBIoQnq7UDqMaomw Website: http://cabindevos.com Cabin Devos Shop: http://shop.cabindevos.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cabindevos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cabindevos/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/63hGgGlFDAg6X6wAX9MYFy?si=50b1387f20494b44 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3Rlbm1pbnV0ZXNpbnRoZWZpZWxkL2ZlZWQueG1s?sa=X&ved=0CAMQ4aUDahcKEwiohtqFkrD3AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQ&hl=en Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ug/podcast/cabin-devos/id1453330231 Support the ministry in Rwanda: https://give.wol.org/location/rwanda  Email: [email protected]

Once again, Chip returns to Cabin Devos but this time with his new book "Ceasefire." Copies to buy and some free will soon be available on Cabin Devos.  In this interview Chip answers 3 questions;  1.  What would you say is the hardest thing about forgiveness? I would say pride, but what do you think ?  2.  "Would you say forgiveness is a choice,decision or a process. It most likely is both but what is your inclination ? And why? My suggestion is God never forgave us in steps. … and yet the positive effects of forgiveness like gaining trust may take a while. A long while… Why does it take a while. ?" 3.  "How do you handle forgiveness in a work place, particularly with someone that does not need your forgiveness. One’s boss for example   I think this will bless your heart and may be buy the book.  +++++ IMPORTANT LINKS  Support our ministry with Word of Life: https://give.wol.org/davidtubirye Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmazdwanBIoQnq7UDqMaomw Website: http://cabindevos.com Cabin Devos Shop: http://shop.cabindevos.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cabindevos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cabindevos/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/63hGgGlFDAg6X6wAX9MYFy?si=50b1387f20494b44 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3Rlbm1pbnV0ZXNpbnRoZWZpZWxkL2ZlZWQueG1s?sa=X&ved=0CAMQ4aUDahcKEwiohtqFkrD3AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQ&hl=en Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ug/podcast/cabin-devos/id1453330231 Support the ministry in Rwanda: https://give.wol.org/location/rwanda  Email: [email protected]

While growing up, If a visitor came asking for Dad and he was not home, we always said, "He has gone to work." And when Dad came home, we knew he was home. I remember how he smelt. It was a mixture of cement and sweat. I long to smell that again but I can't. That smell meant, "Dad is home" Today we work from home and our children have "Nothing to smell" We are tired all the time. We face the pressure of having to provide for our families.  Is work a curse? +++++ IMPORTANT LINKS  Support: https://give.wol.org/davidtubirye Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmazdwanBIoQnq7UDqMaomw Website: http://cabindevos.com Cabin Devos Shop: http://shop.cabindevos.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cabindevos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cabindevos/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/63hGgGlFDAg6X6wAX9MYFy?si=50b1387f20494b44 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3Rlbm1pbnV0ZXNpbnRoZWZpZWxkL2ZlZWQueG1s?sa=X&ved=0CAMQ4aUDahcKEwiohtqFkrD3AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQ&hl=en Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ug/podcast/cabin-devos/id1453330231 Support the ministry in Rwanda: https://give.wol.org/location/rwanda  Email: [email protected]

A lot of books and material on time management and planning do not take into account the fact that we are finite beings. Why do we feel guilty for the things we can not control? Yet the things we can not control can not become an excuse. +++++ IMPORTANT LINKS  Support: https://give.wol.org/davidtubirye Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmazdwanBIoQnq7UDqMaomw Website: http://cabindevos.com Cabin Devos Shop: http://shop.cabindevos.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cabindevos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cabindevos/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/63hGgGlFDAg6X6wAX9MYFy?si=50b1387f20494b44 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3Rlbm1pbnV0ZXNpbnRoZWZpZWxkL2ZlZWQueG1s?sa=X&ved=0CAMQ4aUDahcKEwiohtqFkrD3AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQ&hl=en Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ug/podcast/cabin-devos/id1453330231 Support the ministry in Rwanda: https://give.wol.org/location/rwanda  Email: [email protected]  

It seems like life is a sum of pain and painkillers. Constantly seeking for something to take away the pain. We say, “I will be fine as long as I have this in place.” The things we can’t get, we place them before God in prayer and hope that He answers, the sooner - the better. This feeling of suffering when we have done nothing wrong is real and can be confusing.   But Osward Chambers says, “The purpose of prayer is that we get ahold of God, not of the answer. It is impossible to be well physically and to be dejected, because dejection is a sign of sickness.”  We hope you are blessed by the episode ++++++++++  IMPORTANT LINKS  Support: https://give.wol.org/davidtubirye Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmazdwanBIoQnq7UDqMaomw Website: http://cabindevos.com Cabin Devos Shop: http://shop.cabindevos.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cabindevos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cabindevos/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/63hGgGlFDAg6X6wAX9MYFy?si=50b1387f20494b44 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL3Rlbm1pbnV0ZXNpbnRoZWZpZWxkL2ZlZWQueG1s?sa=X&ved=0CAMQ4aUDahcKEwiohtqFkrD3AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQ&hl=en Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ug/podcast/cabin-devos/id1453330231 Support the ministry in Rwanda: https://give.wol.org/location/rwanda  Email: [email protected]  

Have you ever felt you are not cut out for ministry? That it is meant for some one else? Oh that it is too difficult. You hear of missionaries that die broke. Missionaries that have no real friends or never get to enjoy life. When you think of ministry you think of church politics, you think of going to another country or belonging to a missions organisation and you are forever stuck in a world of the unknown. Where every meal is a prayer request.  Oh When you think of ministry, do you think of meeting the needs of others like the orphans or street kids and the vulnerable. Do you ever stop to wonder if we could (even) ever come to end of all this struggle. Do you you ever feel like all this is impossible and useless to try.  +++++++++++++ For more details, visit http://cabindevos.com To support our  ministry with Word of Life in Rwanda Give: https://give.wol.org/davidtubirye      

In this Episode I sit down with Mr. Kirabira and tell the story of the first Word of Life teen's camp in Uganda. Can God use a camper? How relevant can one week be in some one's life? ++++++++++ Cabin Devos now happens live on Sundays at 9:00 PM East African Time. LINK TO THE LIVE ROOM: https://www.podbean.com/lsi/axVOfLPHj2 CLICK HERE TO Support this Ministry Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cabindevos 

This message was recorded at the  Word of Life Fellowship Chapel that meets in Kitende.  In this episode you will understand why some families end up the way they are and what we can do to "fix" some issues that pop among us.  Message by David Kirabira

I had the opportunity of returning to the very house I first stayed in when I arrived in Rwanda.  I now hold a conversation with a good friend Hassan Kibirango about the passion to walk with others.  This is our vision for the youth of Rwanda.  ++++++++++++++ To support this ministry Give: https://give.wol.org/davidtubirye        

There are things we look at or know about us that just we just don't like.  We have compared lives, ministries and wished we would be like another.  In fact out goals are to be like another and we don't even know it.  This can be unhealthy. 

In this Episode, Chip shares how he had to deal with losing a loved one.  The truth in here will equip you with the wisdom to deal with the fear of death. If you find this episode encouraging, please pass it on to a friend.

New beginnings are intimidating. So much hope but in what? In this episode we are joined by Mark Strout as he guides through a simple discussion concerning starting a fresh.  Enjoy

You DON'T only live once 😎

Today we going to discuss how to approach this year 2022.  If we have learnt anything in the past 3 years, it is the fact that we are not God. We can not predict the future. I’m always reminded of the first lock where we thought regulations will be lifted after two weeks.  Here we are opening up but so much is still affected. The axienty of how long schools will reman opened etc. 

"If you said to yourself [concerning the flesh]..., “Well, I have a lot of that still left in me,” it does not necessarily mean you aren’t a Christian. A Christian is not a person who experiences no bad desires. A Christian is a person who is at war with those desires by the power of the Spirit.” - Piper. There is the battle but how do we win the war? Is it even ours to fight?    This Episode (Part 3) is part of a 3 part Serie on the Battle with the Flesh by Cabin Devos Tip:  Set a reminder so as not to forget,  Reminder Link: https://cabindevos.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/myevents.ics See you soon

"If you said to yourself [concerning the flesh]..., “Well, I have a lot of that still left in me,” it does not necessarily mean you aren’t a Christian. A Christian is not a person who experiences no bad desires. A Christian is a person who is at war with those desires by the power of the Spirit.” - Piper. There is the battle but how do we win the war? Is it even ours to fight?    This Episode (Part 2) is part of a 3 part Serie on the Battle with the Flesh by Cabin Devos Tip:  Set a reminder so as not to forget,  Reminder Link: https://cabindevos.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/myevents.ics See you soon