Rev J N Manokaran

One top politician in a country was found to be corrupt and the case was proved in court. The judge let her go scot-free stating that she need not be punished by the court, God will punish her. The judge who was entrusted with authority to punish the guilty, set free the criminal. This is […]

Prophet Ezekiel lists the seven rules that should be followed by priests and Levites. (Ezekiel 44: 15-28) Ezekiel’s vision was about the future Temple, the glory, the structure, the services, and the personnel serving in the Temple. It is good to understand the intention of these rules and principles that apply to pastors, church planters,

An interfaith couple who wanted to have a live-in relationship, not a marriage covenant, approached the High Court of Uttar Pradesh for legal protection. The court rejected their plea stating such live-in relationships are in timepass, temporary, and fragile. Mostly it is infatuation without stability and sincerity. (India Today magazine, 23 October 2023) The judges

The Parsis, whose name means “Persians,” are descended from Persian Zoroastrians who emigrated to India to avoid religious persecution. They worship fire as a symbol of god. Sadly, some religions understand one aspect or attribute of God and neglect others. Hence, they do not know the truth. The Bible teaches that God is a consuming

God has called Christians like Aaron to bless the world. 1) Washed: Aaron and his sons were washed first to be eligible to serve the Lord. (Leviticus 8:6) Christians are washed by His Word, by His spirit. (Ephesians 5:26; Titus 3:5) The cleansing by the blood of Jesus Christ is received by faith. (Revelation 1:5)

The Urim and the Thummim were tools for discerning the will of God. (Numbers 27:21; I Samuel 28:6; Ezra 2:63; Nehemiah 7:65) Urim and Thummim means ‘Lights and Perfections.’ It is not clear how it was used. It was a pair of stones, one light, and one dark. When a question or discernment is required,

Some videos threaten the Christian community with dire consequences. In many parts of the world, persecution of Christians is a daily affair. Apostle James was killed by a sword by Herod. He also perished being eaten by worms. Acts 12: 2,23) Persecuting the church means to persecute Lord Jesus Christ. (Acts 9:4) Caesar is Lord

Cat on the wall is a common metaphor. The cat could jump on either side as it feels comfortable or safe. And it can take a long time to make up its mind. They are like cats, unable to make decisions. Millions are in the valley of decision. (Joel 3: 14) Shameful event When Moses

One robber snatches a golden chain from a woman. His partner was driving the motorcycle. They tried to escape, as people tried to chase them, by going on the highway. After a few miles, they stopped, feeling safe, and had a drink to celebrate. Suddenly, one cobra fell on one of them and bit him;

In many newspaper/magazine articles, there is an endnote. “The views expressed by the author/writer do not necessarily represent the views of the management/editorial team.” The experts who give opinions are not sure if they are right or wrong, and whether they will be criticized and attacked or not. However, God’s messages are eternal: “My counsel