Today's Igniting Insight
In most parts of the world, the poor often build mud walls for their dwellings. They are unable to afford building materials. They are also victims of storms, rain, and floods. Ezekiel writes about false prophets who build walls that fall in the storm and hailstones. (Ezekiel 13:10-12) False prophets: People are given the message […]
Igniting Insights by Rev. Dr. J.N. Manokaran
A young man became a follower of the Lord Jesus Christ. Later, he felt called by God for ministry, so he went to a Bible College. However, he did not …
Psalmist says: “I said in my alarm, ‘All mankind are liars.’ (Psalm 116:11) There is a book: All Marketers Are Liars. However, it could be a message or statement in …
A first-generation follower of the Lord felt a call to do ministry. He was recruited by a pastor as an apprentice. But within three to four weeks, he ran away. …
There are many cunning people who could get concessions extracted, get promotions, and progress by using flattery. That means, they use flowery words to praise the benefactor to please him/her. …
World number one golfer Scottie Scheffler has said that winning or being a champion does not “fulfil the deepest desires of my heart”. The Christian golfer with a trophy in …
Buddhist philosophy teaches that there is a noble path to follow with eight ingredients: Right view, Intention, speech, Action, Livelihood, Effort, Mindfulness, and Concentration. However, Prophet Isaiah writes: “But he …
God does wonderful and unsearchable things. (Job 5:9) People who are in the path of darkness, unrighteousness, ignorance, violence…are transformed as Instruments of Righteousness by the Lord. (Romans 6:13) Violence …
The Solemn duty of a shepherd of God’s people could be compromised by various factors. Prophet Jeremiah provides some insights into the plight of sheep that are scattered. “For the …
Oobah Butler, a British writer, created a fake restaurant called “The Shed at Dulwich” in 2017 to reveal how easy it is to fool people online. He staged food photos …
One beggar was persistent in getting something from a man. He was walking beside him, begging for some money, and it was quite a long distance. The rich man did …
Girls were stripped for a period check after blood stains were found in the school washroom. The principal summoned girls from Classes 5 to 10 to the school hall for …
At recruitment, a person with even partial vision would be summarily rejected for the position of watchman. After getting the job, if a person becomes partially or completely blind, they …
Twenty-five-year-old Radhika Yadav, a tennis national champion who was running a tennis academy, was shot by his father while she was cooking. Forty-nine-year-old Deepak Yadav said he was hurt, his …
God appointed Joshua as leader to take the Nation of Israel to their Promised Land. However, Joshua most probably did not get enthusiastic support from all people. Frustrated, he rebuked …
David prays: “Do not forsake the works of your hands.” (Psalm 138:8) His disciples are the work of His hands. Paul also writes that believers are God’s handiwork or workmanship. …
There are several reports about wealthy individuals writing wills that give all their wealth to their pets, such as a dog or a cat. One person built a memorial for …
A young man was sent to study at a university far away. His parents sacrificed a lot, got a loan from the bank, and sent him for higher studies. Like …
An Indian-origin paediatrician has been arrested for allegedly killing her four-year-old daughter and then staging a drowning to cover up the crime in Miami. She was divorced and did not …
There was a festival of mangoes. Various kinds of mangoes from many orchards around the country were displayed in Lucknow city. Disregarding announcements and signage, people began snatching the mangoes …
A few founders of ministries named it after themselves. Also, a few called the local churches ‘Assembly’, prefixed with their personal name. Such practices are incorrect and are not approved …