Rev J N Manokaran

Today’s society is obsessed with stories or narratives that provides direction for most people. These narratives are hyped incidents or myth or imaginary stories. Instead of God and His Word, these narratives determine values and actions of people. Hence, people do not want to call sin as sin. Instead like to give a label that […]

Sukumara Kurup is on the run, or living in disguise or dead. He was inspired by an insurance fraud committed in Germany. He took an insurance policy in Abu Dhabi for a value of about 30 lakh (3 million) rupees, which was a great amount in 1980s. Coming to India, he planned to fake his

Corona Pandemic has been severe and experienced all over the world. New-born kids to old people many have died. Christians are worried and concerned. Some believers, pastors, evangelists, and missionaries also have been affected by Covid 19 virus and a few have died. How can the promises of God like that in Psalms 91 could

A small vehicle driver had fever. He was scared and went to a hospital. The swab tests were taken, and the results were awaited. Meanwhile, he thought that he had Covid 19 and he may die. Before the test results came, he died. The test result was negative. Doctor said that he died of fear,

Researchers state that they get involved in studies from various perspectives. There are four perspectives: eagle, crow, cat and fish views. Lord Jesus commanded to search the Scripture as it testifies about Him. (John 5:39) Berean believers were noble as they searched the Scripture. (Acts 17:11) As studious learners, we can learn bible to be

One religious leader has been assumed to have said: “Had I lived in Palestine, in the day of Jesus of Nazareth, I would have washed his feet, not with my tears, but with my heart’s blood.” However, Lord Jesus did neither demand any human blood sacrifice, nor washing of his feet, in fact he washed

Pride or haughtiness is the reason for downfall of many. (Proverbs 16:8; 18:12) Bible has numerous examples 1) David: God gave him kingship that He called him from being shepherd. (Psalms 78:70-72) God gave him success against Goliath and rescued from Saul who was hell-bent to destroy him. When he enjoyed great power, prestige and

Recently, one of my friends a wonderful bible teacher had email from a stranger. He said that his bible knowledge is superficial, and he must be ‘born-again.’ With courtesy, he responded that he was a believer and involved in ministry. And he should focus on reaching those who have not heard the gospel even once.

Priscilla Winter was sixteen-year-old in 1858 when she arrived in India. Though born in India to her Anglican ministers. She grew up in England. In 1857 her brother died in uprising against British rule. She decided to love Indians and serve them. She started her medical work though not trained as medical professional by dispensing

Lazarus who was dead and buried was raised to life by Lord Jesus Christ. When he came out of the tomb he was bound with clothes. Lord commanded the people who are there to Unbind or Loose him, so that he could move freely. (John 11:44) The dead person could be bound with head scarf,