Rev J N Manokaran

He reached a new city at midnight. The railway station was almost still. Many people were sleeping on the floor of the platforms and benches. Exhausted by travel and not feeling safe, his hope kindled as he saw police personnel sitting in a kiosk, and a space nearby was empty where he could comfortably sit. […]

Blasphemy laws are in many countries. A person uttering some words against the religious leaders or hurting their sentiments will be considered as blasphemy. The punishment could be a death sentence. The Truth of the Scripture condemns the whole of humanity as blasphemers. Apostle John writes: “If we say we have not sinned, we make

The saints of God are excellent, according to King David. (Psalms 16:3) As long as the saints are in the world, they will be imperfect, inadequate, and sometimes immature. However, they are excellent. Paul writes to the church in Corinth. Perhaps he may find some kind of sins among the saints. (II Corinthians 12:20) These

Dwight L. Moody: “I will rather beg on earth for bread like Lazarus than beg for water in Hell like the rich man.” The Parable: The rich man was not conscious of the presence of a poor man who was just at his gates. He had sumptuous meals, while Lazarus longed for food, and probably

Not loving the neighbor and harming them is trespassing against the Lord. (Leviticus 6:1-6) The Royal Law taught by the Lord demands loving the Lord with all heart, soul, mind, and strength; and loving your neighbor as yourself. (Matthew 22:37-40) Sin against God: Joseph refused an adulterous relationship, stating he was sinning against Potiphar’s wife,

In many parts of the world, the righteous are persecuted, hounded, and even killed. Believers face severe persecution in many countries. King David also had to face the presence and pressure of evil people. They were not just using verbal attacks, but they were preparing to indulge in violence. Like David, persecuted people should call

‘How long?’ This is a question or a groan a child of God experiences at one time or the other. At least it is used four times, indicating a strong and immediate desire for deliverance. Presence of God: David could not feel or sense the presence of God. Has God forgotten him? God promises that

Many people prefer to believe that humans are good. Some are angry when an evangelist says all humans are sinners. However, the Bible is clear that the Lord in Heaven looks down and gives a summary of the traits of humans. (Psalm 53:2-3) Man may forget God, but God always observes humans. Man desires and

The Lord Jesus was in the Temple, teaching people. However, some religious leaders wanted to debate. He was willing to answer their questions. As the religious leaders who witnessed the Lord emptying the Ananias Bazar from the Temple precincts, the corrupt religious leaders questioned the authority of the Lord. (Mark 11:29-33) Counter question: The Lord

Stirring the pot means to cause trouble and confusion. Some people stir up controversies and arguments, which result in divisions. Peter calls the disciples to stir up the sincere mind. (II Peter 3:1) There are people with pure minds, but they are passive. So, only Peter encourages in his letter to stir up the pure