Today's Igniting Insight
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 Saul’s life to an end, who was executed by David for murdering the Lord’s anointed. (I Samuel 15;2-3; II Samuel 1:13-16) If the carnal mind, […]
Igniting Insights by Rev. Dr. J.N. Manokaran
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 …
Ray Oldenburg, an urban sociologist, wrote: “The third place is not home and not work, but instead one of the physical settings that have throughout history encouraged a sense of …
Justice Anoop Dhand, Rajasthan High Court, delivered the judgment while hearing a plea for protection filed by an 18-year-old woman and a 19-year-old man from Kota, who told the court …
A bizarre case of a foster family allegedly trying to “protect” a young woman from a suspected molester by locking her in a room since she was eight has come …
There is a report about a professor who has obtained 150 degrees, which include twenty professional degrees and doctorates. He teaches in some colleges and spends most of his income …