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REV J N Manokaran

Today's Igniting Insight

This is a Persian proverb: ‘He who learns but does not practice is like he who ploughs but does not sow’. If knowledge is not applied and used for a noble purpose, then there is no worth in learning. Reading the Bible: The Apostle James says it is foolish to look into the mirror, observe […]

Igniting Insights by Rev. Dr. J.N. Manokaran

Today, digital technology is all-pervasive. It has not only penetrated the systems and structures of government, institutions, businesses, sports, education, health care, banking, communication systems, information sharing, etc. Nevertheless, advertisers …

Sadly, today, many people are emotionally overwhelmed, afflicted by anxiety, uncertainty, confusion, mood swings, and indecisiveness. Believers should be grateful as God blesses them with emotional wellness. Anxieties converted into …

David writes that God heals all our diseases. (Psalm 103:3) In the world, sickness, lack of stamina, chronic illness, injuries due to accidents, natural disasters, and death due to infection …

It is wonderful to be a Royal Priest to the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. (I Peter 2:9) Indeed, all humans are sinners, spiritually blind and dwelling in …

There is a social media post lamenting the culture in some countries in Asia; because of that, there is no Efficiency, Productivity, or punctuality. Some responses to that post were …

Harsh words from teachers have killed the spirit of children, their future, and their careers. Unreasonable parents use words that demotivate children. Yet, others build up, uphold, encourage, empower, equip, …

“All my friends are toxic” is a song among teenagers, and some display this on their T-shirts. The song expresses the frustration of being betrayed by friends, broken relationships, quarrels, …

There was a commotion on the banks of a lake. A man was struggling to keep himself afloat; he might drown and die. There were different noises and voices: “Keep …

Paul lists 29-36 individuals in his letter to the Romans, as it includes the household also. (Romans 16). Scholars number about 27 men and 9 women. Recognizing, affirming, encouraging, and …

A man lost a large sum, ten years’ savings, by investing in shares that went bankrupt. In the world, such experiences are considered misfortune or bad luck. Nevertheless, God spoke …

Caleb is one of the great personalities in the Bible. His faith, perseverance, persistence, steadfastness, maturity, consistency, and hope are life lessons for all generations. Persistence: Caleb remembered the promise …

There are many kinds of addicts: alcohol, drugs, pornography, smartphones…! Some are afflicted by achievement addiction. It is considered a psychological and neurobiological disorder. A person considers external accomplishments to …

Philosopher Socrates used to wander in the Athenian market and wonder: “How many things there are which I do not want!” He would often remind himself how perfectly happy he …

Sociologists describe the race for becoming rich or popular as running a race without a finish line. A lot of energy is consumed in the process, and many years fly …

A nineteen-year-old girl is engaged to a real estate dealer. But the girl did not want to tell her family that she did not want to marry according to her …

The Lord Jesus Christ challenged humanity: “For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?” (Mark 8:36). What defines world success? Power, popularity, …

A wise saying: “Complaints train your mind to look for obstacles. Questions help to focus on solutions and train the mind to find solutions. Complaints keep your focus on things …

When the leadership of a nation does not listen to God’s voice, would face disaster. God commanded Pharaoh to let go of Israel, who came as guests but are now …

Migrant workers who went with great expectations were disillusioned by poor living conditions and wage theft by companies that brought them to Singapore. (National Herald India, 24 June 2026) The …

Pride, arrogance, and haughtiness are always dangerous and destructive. (Proverbs 16:18) Individual pride, family pride, caste pride, class pride, clan pride, race pride, grace pride… an unending list. Self-credit: Proud …