Today's Igniting Insight
The principal of a government high school on the outskirts of Hyderabad has been accused of asking senior students to assault some juniors to “teach a lesson” for allegedly deflating bicycle tubes of the wheels, leaving one student seriously injured. Students of the tenth grade thrashed ten boys of the seventh grade, and some were […]
Igniting Insights by Rev. Dr. J.N. Manokaran
It was a five-star hotel. In the lobby, somebody had left a wallet with a lot of currency. A couple picked that up and gave it to the manager. The …
Many times, the contributors of assistants or associates are significant. Somehow, they are in the shadows and soon forgotten. The status given to the missionary team of Paul and Barnabas …
A businessman purchased a sophisticated smartphone. He used it for two days and then left it at home and went on a long overseas trip. After he came back, the …
The characteristics of the Amalekites indicate the human traits which are worldly-wise, flesh–dominated, and carnal-minded. God commanded Saul to destroy all Amalekites, which he did not. Sadly, an Amalekite brought …
Lydia, a successful businesswoman, is one of the influential women in the Bible. In the second missionary journey of Paul, she became a disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ in …
Cornelius, the Army Commander, who was based in Caesarea, is considered the first Gentile to come to the Lord. (Acts 10) Angel’s visit and a trance: God sent an angel …
There is a danger of setting one’s heart on the wrong things, especially riches. Riches can increase legitimately, yet that too could be a temptation to set the heart on …
The Lord met Zacchaeus in the city of Jericho. (Luke 191-10) Roman Tax collectors: Tax collectors got their job or contract by paying the tax of the region in advance …
Powerful and wicked kings reflect the evil and vile attributes of Satan. Pharaoh was like Satan; he did not allow Israelites to let go. Another example is Nahash the Ammonite. …
A father who served in the military wanted their sons to obey like his soldiers under his command. The terrified sons would hide under the bed, hearing his footsteps. As …
Eunice was from a Jewish family. She became a disciple of the Lord Jesus Christ. Her son Timothy became a stalwart of the Early New Testament church. Though the bible …
God called Israel to be His covenant people and a treasured possession. (Exodus 19:5-6; Deuteronomy 7:6) Instead of celebrating that privilege, they reduced themselves to be like other nations. The …
Exploitation is common in all cultures, societies, and nations. The weak and vulnerable would be exploited in most situations. The Bible warns against taking advantage of sojourners, immigrants, foreigners, and …
Many marriages end in divorce. Sometimes the reasons are flimsy, minor, and trivial. Dispute regarding eating onion and garlic ends 23-Year marriage in Gujarat. (NDTV 10 December 2025) Though God …
There are two board games. Chinese checkers is easy to play and a fast game. However, chess is a tough game that needs concentration and mental involvement. Most people will …
One person said, “You are my Facebook friend.” The response was: “Is it so?” Both dived into Facebook and realised they had been friends for a decade. Friends on social …
She was sick from birth and could sleep only when she was held closely in the arms by her father, and sometimes by her mother. The tiny girl would like …
There are numerous devotees of various religions, cults, sects, and traditions. A few follow gurus or spiritual guides. However, the Risen Lord, who has all authority over heaven and earth, …
St. Augustine wrote: “Hope has two beautiful daughters; their names are Anger and Courage. Anger at the way things are, and Courage to see that they do not remain as …
Can a stone be a witness? “And Joshua said to all the people, ‘Behold, this stone shall be a witness against us, for it has heard all the words of …