Today's Igniting Insight
Joseph was both a leader and a great manager. In him, the Call of God, the Gifting of God, and what he gained in competence integrate to make him a formidable leader. Joseph was seventeen years old when he was sold as a slave. (Genesis 37:2) When he stood before Pharaoh, he was thirty years […]
Igniting Insights by Rev. Dr. J.N. Manokaran
People like to be invited to special events like weddings. Even after getting the invitation, some people may choose to stay away from the event. Others wish to attend, but …
God’s Word, the Bible, is explained with metaphors. One of them is that His Word is compared with fire. (Jeremiah 23:29) God’s Word is powerful like fire. Fire signifies active, …
One young man, with a lot of zeal, went to a distant land to do ministry. He was not under any leadership, had some financial resources, some connections, and had …
People like to drive long distances on Freeways. It is also pleasant to travel at high speed, without hindrances, traffic signals, and intrusions. Life is a journey; it is a …
A ‘Parrot astrologer’ dupes an Income Tax official of Rs 35 lakh in the guise of a special ritual. The official trusted this person who promised to improve his career …
An Engineer who lost his job was immersed in social media and failed to get a new job for one and a half years. Meanwhile, he got into a relationship …
Some people in the Bible are given adjectives attested by God. They seem to have excelled in their life by devoting for the God’s glory. Friend of God: Abraham is …
Many prophecies in the Bible have metaphors. God communicates with his people, giving pictorial images as metaphors. The Lord Jesus Christ also used parables to communicate spiritual truth and principles. …
God warned and condemned the people of Judah for having a stubborn, evil will. (Jeremiah 16: 12) In the world today, many people are getting stubborn, evil, and willing to …
When Abraham was called by God, he was expected to follow the Lord without knowing the destination. As he began the journey, with whom Lot also joined, the relatives, friends, …
Christian discipleship calls for difficult and decisive tasks. Hence, a disciple needs holy boldness to confront fruitless deeds of darkness. (Ephesians 5:11) Fruitless deeds: Rituals, ceremonies, and traditions that do …
A bridegroom was arrested and taken into custody by police officials just before the wedding ceremony was to be performed. The bride went to the police station and pleaded with …
This village in Israel, located about three miles northeast of Jerusalem, was the birthplace of the Prophet Jeremiah. (Jeremiah 1:1) It was a Levitical city. (Joshua 21:18) The villagers threatened …
The Nation of Israel saw their leadership collapse. The Priests, Levites, Judges, Shepherds, and Prophets failed the nation. (Jeremiah 2:8) A nation or a civilization would collapse when their leadership …
Paul is called as the Apostle to the Gentiles. (Romans 11:13) There were zealous Jews who opposed him and his ministry to Gentiles. The point of contention was that the …
A wise Christian leader said, “Humble enough to know I can be replaced. Wise enough to know there’s nobody else like me.” These are two sides of the same coin. …
After feeding 5000, the Lord commanded the disciples to collect the leftovers. (John 6:12) It was a lesson for His disciples on faith, stewardship, and God’s amazing, abundant provision. God …
When a girl is married, her father’s duty is over according to culture and traditions. If she has to experience violence in the husband’s home, she must adjust and survive, …
A popular YouTuber, who had millions of followers, owned a garage full of luxury cars, a fast bike, plunged into a pit of despair, unable to come out, and attempted …
Some metaphors used by the prophets in the bible are very strong. Prophet Isaiah compares the moral and spiritual status of the leaders of Israel to a dinner table, filled …