Rev J N Manokaran

There was a politician who was offered the position as the President of the country. He politely refused saying: “I know my height.” It is not about physical height, but his stature and calling. People like to reach the top by hook or crook. John the Baptist was clear, who he was and who he […]

Husband is God, if he dies, his wife, the slave also should die being burnt in the funeral pyre, an evil practice called Sati. Kokila was born in a rich family, married to a wealthy man who served in the Royal court of Thanjavur died. When she was taken to be burnt alive, an English

A young man was visiting his hometown. He drove around to see the changes that had happened in the past five years. As he drove, he was surprised to see a new bridge across a railway track. Excited, he drove fast and crashed on the railway track as the bridge was only constructed in parts.

Work From Home became more common, if not popular during Covid lockdown around the world. Many Pastors and Christian leaders felt distressed as they perceived ministry doors as closed. Some started using digital platforms for doing their ministry. Even after restrictions have been lifted, Work From Home continues and seems to be one aspect of

Actor Unni Rajan who has acted in several Malayalam movies applied for a janitor (scavenger job) in the hostel run for scheduled caste students by the government of Kerala. On the way to the interview, many people recognized him and about 50 people took selfies with him. The panel of interviewers thought Unni had arrived

Baby must open his mouth to 140 degrees in order to drink milk well. That is the maximum possible a human could open their mouth. “Open your mouth wide, and I will fill it.” (Psalms 81:10) When the mother-bird brings food to the nest, she could see the chicks ready with open mouths. Chicks are

A link for 24 hours seamless service was provided by a reputed bank. When clicked this appeared: “Hey, It’s a little late at night. Our system is taking a nap, right now. Request you to come back early this morning.” The bank assured customers of excellent service, yet they failed. Their system had to take

Rods could be made of wood or metals. The longer rods are termed as staff or sceptre. The rods could be spoken as metaphors or enacted as parables. 1) Rod of miracles (Exodus 7:20: The staff of Moses represented God’s power and call entrusted to him. 2) Rod that blossomed (Numbers 17:8): When there was

Recently, there was an objection to the Bible being read or taught in schools. The Bible is a religious book and that should not be taught in schools. Sadly, people think the Holy Bible belongs only to Christians. 1) Revelation: God is an infinite being, beyond description and comprehension of the human mind. Human intelligence

Jeremiah (650-570 BC) was known as the Weeping Prophet. Jeremiah began his ministry in 626 BC. Though reluctant that he was too young, God called him and appointed him as prophet over nations. 1) Warning: Jeremiah called the Nation of Judah to repent from sins and hypocrisy. “Will you steal, murder, commit adultery, swear falsely,