Verse 3 of Dan Schutte's song reminds us that the God of wind and flame cares enough to provide a feast for his children - a feast to satisfy each heart. Jesus is the Bread of life - all we have to do is come to him and let him fill our hearts, and satisfaction awaits!

Dan Schutte's song tells us that there is a God who not only sends snow and rain on the earth, but who bears our pain and weeps for love of his children. Is your heart set like stone against Him? Come to Him today and let Him break the walls down and fill your heart with love alone.

Dan Schutte wrote a classic worship song in 1981 which we still love singing! Today, take heart that the God of sea and sky still hears his people cry and gives us light in our darkness.

Wilberforce spent his whole life fighting for the abolition of the slave trade, persevering through much abuse and taunts with great patience. He didn't let anything get in the way, and right near the end of his life, victory came.

What do you need to persevere through today? Take courage and hold on, and God will see that your efforts won't be wasted!

Wilberforce's great passion in life was to end the slave trade - to relieve the distresses of those treated as less than human, and give them the respect and dignity they deserved. And yet 200 years later, we still have our divisions. Let's remember today that each human being is a precious child of God - and abolish any divisive notions in our own hearts.

The defining characteristic of Wilberforce - as it should be for any Christian - was his love. His life was "given up to the service of people". Let's not just have a cold, abstract belief in God, but give our lives up to serve others.

Wilberforce worked hard to become more patient, gentle and considerate of others. It was something he had to practise until he had mastered it... You and I also need to train ourselves to do this, with the help of God's Holy Spirit.

John Wesley was famous for writing letters, and his last letter was to William Wilberforce, encouraging him to carry on with the good work he was doing. Is there someone you can encourage with a letter - or even a WhatsApp or phone call - today?

Wilberforce was a very busy man, but he still found time for prayer, devotion and meditation. In these busy times, how we can learn from his dedication!

Wilberforce's great friend was William Pitt. They had their differences, but still managed to stay friends, even when they opposed each other. Do you have a special friend who can "wound" you in love, for your own good?