Author: Deborah Cherian

21
Aug

A carrot, an egg or a cup of coffee?

We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 NIV A young woman complained to her mother about how hard life was. Situations were difficult, and she felt like giving up. Without saying a word, the mother […]

20
Aug

Jesus is calling!

Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28 NIV In the gospel of Matthew, Jesus called all the people who were crumbling under the weight of upholding futile traditions, weary of trying to gain salvation through their works, to come to Him as He alone […]

19
Aug

Strong as a fortress

The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in Him. Nahum 1:7 NIV The book of Nahum consists of only three chapters; however, reading it is like finding a library of the attributes of God’s strength. Prophet Nahum boldly announces the future to God’s children. God was […]

18
Aug

A friend in need is a friend indeed

I will praise God’s name in song and glorify Him with thanksgiving. Psalm 69:30 NIV A famous fable illustrates today’s title. It narrates the story of two friends who journeyed through the inviting woods nearby. While it all began as an innocent adventure, it soon turned into a terrible nightmare when a sudden realization hit […]

03
Jun

Around the clock

Psalm 121:7-8 The Lord shall preserve you from all evil; He shall preserve your soul. The Lord shall preserve your going out and your coming in from this time forth, and even forevermore. In certain Native American tribes, they had a rite of passage for their teenage boys. At the age of 13 a boy […]

02
Jun

The best recommendation

Psalm 96:2 Sing to the Lord, bless His name; proclaim the good news of His salvation from day to day. Do you have a friend or family member that is a foodie? Can you recall a time when your foodie friend tried out a new restaurant or cafe and they would not stop talking about […]

01
Jun

Peace like a river

Isaiah 26:12 Lord, You will establish peace for us, for You have also done all our works in us. Today is World’s Parents Day. Happy and blessed Parents’ Day to all. 2000 years ago, in a little town called Bethlehem two young people Mary and Joseph became parents to God incarnate. Jesus Christ was born […]

31
May

Word of Honour

Psalm 23:4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. The valleys of Kashmir are one of the most beautiful sights to behold. The narrow strips of lowland are surrounded by slopes that […]

30
May

The truth of the matter

Psalm 37:28 For the Lord loves justice and does not forsake His saints; they are preserved forever, but the descendants of the wicked shall be cut off. Have you ever received a bouquet as a gesture of gratitude or appreciation?  Or better, have you ever sent somebody one? Flowers are a sight so lovely! But […]