Rev 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 Philippi. (Acts 16:13-15) Migrant from Thyatira to Philippi Lydia is originally from the city of Thyatira. The city was famous for dye and fabric. She […]

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 to Cornelius, asking him to invite Peter to come and share the message of God. Peter had a trance, in which he was taught not

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 riches. (Psalm 62:10) Strangely, riches could become an alternative god. There are many consequences for placing trust in riches. Pleasure: Riches pave the way to

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 to the Roman government. Then he collected taxes with additional fees for his service. They were the most hated by people and the Jewish religious

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. (I Samuel 11: 1-2) Invader: Nahash invaded Jabesh Gilead, surrounded the city, and demanded that they surrender. However, the men of Jabesh said that they

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 teenagers, they rebelled and even went to the Pastor asking for counsel. The pastor simply advised the children to obey their parents. Honoring Parents is

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 provides a very brief note about her, her influence over Timothy makes her a model for motherhood. Meaning of Name: The name Eunice has two

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 elders of Israel went to Samuel and demanded that he make a king like all the nations (I Samuel 8:5) Samuel’s fault: God chose judges

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 strangers. (Exodus 22:21; 23:9; Deuteronomy 24:14; and Leviticus 19:33-34) Love your neighbour: The attitude, relationships, and behaviour of citizens of the Promised Land is love.

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 gave Israel freedom from slavery, the Israelites still remembered the food they ate as slaves. Even willing to choose onion and garlic, instead of freedom.