Laborers who toil wish to take breaks or pause, probably to take some deep breaths and drink some water. Even a sportsperson does that to gain more focus, energy, and strength. In the book of Psalms also there is a note: Selah. It is like a traffic signal: Stop, Pause and Go. Meaning of Selah […]
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The First Protestant Mission began with the students from Halle University who came to Tranquebar in 1706. The first missionaries were Bartholomaeus Ziegenbalg and Heinrich Plutschau. Following the duo, God sent many more on the same path. The cemetery with several graves bears testimony of those times when the gospel light penetrated India. One of
God created Adam and Eve in His own image and placed them in a fabulous, most beautiful, and sustainable place known as the Garden of Eden. Disregarding the commandment of God, they heeded the stupid suggestion of Satan. (Genesis 3) Not only did they disobey, but also rebelled, and sinned, they brought upon humanity curse
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Joshua sent spies who found Ai was kids’ play compared to the victory over Jericho. The spies advised that two or three thousand needed to go not the whole army. So, 3000 were sent, and sadly, they were defeated. (Joshua 7:2-5) Like Achan, some believers cause defeat in the progress of global missions. Achan God
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Hospitality is one of the strategic ministries, yet often neglected ministry. The Bible warns against this neglect, as by showing hospitality to strangers, saints of God have entertained the angels. (Hebrews 13:2) Command: For Christians, hospitality is a command. (Romans 12:13) It is not a suggestion or one of the spiritual gifts. The gift of
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Mission is the priority of the Global church which is evident as the local churches are involved in local evangelism and global mission endeavors. Local churches like the Antioch church should seek the Lord for guidance to be involved in the mission. (Acts 13:1-2) Small or big, all churches should be engaged in missions. Dream/Vision:
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In the world people chase after blessings, try to grab as much as they can, even snatch from others, and save it for whole life. Yet, emptiness overtakes them. Sadly, Lot thought that earthly prosperity should be preferred rather than spiritual fellowship, spiritual covering, and security of being with Abraham. Sadly, he lost everything, including
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One social worker and politician commented that the Christian Faith in India has become flexible because it has accommodated the hierarchy of the caste system in its practice. (The Hindu, 6 January 2024) Sadly, not like the disciples who were called Christians in Antioch for good reasons. (Acts 11:26) In other words, modern-day Christians in
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One missionary who served for several decades in ministry thought the first season of his missional life did not have results. For him, it was like wandering without any reward. He was invited to speak in seminary and after his speech one faculty stood up and said: “Sir, you came to my home when I
