Rev J N Manokaran

One of the challenges for Christian life is to have Integrity of heart, with pure eyes. David resolved not to do two things. First, set worthless things before my eyes. Trivia that consumes time and energy. Such activities do not serve any useful purpose. Second, not to know evil things. The human mind is inquisitive […]

It is a tragic story. A two-year-old child was diagnosed with cancer. The doctors stated that the child could be cured, but the medical expenses would be huge. Parents were determined to give the best treatment for their child. The child was left in the hospital, where nurses cared. The child spent most of the

The phrase I’m OK, You’re OK is one of four “life positions” that each of us may take, according to the author, Thomas Anthony Harris, published in 1967. It gives some insights; however, the Bible teaches that a right relationship with God, a person could have a right relationship with others: spouse, children, parents, friends,

Is it right to ask for a sign to believe? Gideon asked for a sign twice. (Judges 6:33-40) Thomas wanted evidence to believe in the resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ. (John 20:25) David also prayed for a sign of favour. (Psalm 86:11) David did not demand a whole answer, but with humility, as a

There is a lot of debate about the indigenous people as the original inhabitants of the land, and those who migrated or occupied or encroached should return the inheritance to them, even after several centuries. North America, South America, Australia, New Zealand, and other parts of the world. Christians should understand these from the light

Many young people overemphasize the bible passage that states the Lord Jesus as a friend of the disciples. (John 15:15) Hence, they call the Lord ‘buddy’ and similar terms. It won’t be long if they treated the Lord as a personal servant, because the Lord called Himself a servant. (Matthew 20:28) It is essential to

In most parts of the world, the poor often build mud walls for their dwellings. They are unable to afford building materials. They are also victims of storms, rain, and floods. Ezekiel writes about false prophets who build walls that fall in the storm and hailstones. (Ezekiel 13:10-12) False prophets: People are given the message

A young man became a follower of the Lord Jesus Christ. Later, he felt called by God for ministry, so he went to a Bible College. However, he did not like the assignments, tests, and other academic disciplines. Hence, he ran away and ended up in a seaport working in a ship dismantling company. Carrying

Psalmist says: “I said in my alarm, ‘All mankind are liars.’ (Psalm 116:11) There is a book: All Marketers Are Liars. However, it could be a message or statement in haste or under stress. “Speaking in haste is generally followed by bitter repentance. It is much better to be quiet when our spirit is disturbed

A first-generation follower of the Lord felt a call to do ministry. He was recruited by a pastor as an apprentice. But within three to four weeks, he ran away. His experience is summarized: “I had no work to do except the household job of washing clothes of the pastor, his wife (who worked as