*In a quiet village of Tuscany, a gray-and-white cat named Toldo kept walking to the cemetery every day. He carried twigs, leaves, and flowers to the grave of his master, Renzo Iozzelli, who had once rescued and loved him. Rain or shine, Toldo never forgot. His love remained faithful, even beyond death.

People in the village wept at the sight. They said, “It’s as if the cat understands love better than we do.”

And indeed, this small creature silently preached a great truth — love remembers, love returns, love never dies.

When we think of Toldo’s devotion, how much more should we love our Lord Jesus Christ, who gave His life for us?

He loved us when we were lost strays, and He brought us home.

He continues to love us with an everlasting love (Jeremiah 31:3).

Even when we wander, His heart keeps coming back for us.

Like Toldo at the grave, may our hearts return again and again to the Cross — not with twigs or flowers, but with gratitude, worship, and obedience.

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*In the Spring of 1912 Titanic started voyage. At 882 feet long, she was the largest ocean liner ever built. 

The captain boasted"Even God cannot sink Titanic "

After 48 hours the ship hit an iceberg and within 3 hours the 'unsinkable' sank four hundred miles south of new foundland taking 1500 people down to a, watery grave. 

There were divisions in three decks showing us the voyage is doomed by pride. There are doors chained between decks to keep separate classes for people. 

There was not enough lifeboats also. 

When the news of tragedy reached England relatives rushed to Liverpool office of the Ship company to know whether their own people are survived. 

Outside the office was a single wooden board with two columns of names. At the top of One was the word " SAVED" And topping the other was the word "LOST".

Not of other classes  winners, losers, celebrities, nobodies! 

The earth we are living is a sinking Ship sailng through cosmic sea. Yes, the earth will collide at the end of time. 

One board with two headings will be hanging there. 

" SAVED"  or "LOST'"

Jesus Christ is the only way to Heaven.

There is no one else who has the power to save us, for there is only one name to whom God has given authority by which we must experience salvation: the name of Jesus.”Acts 4:12 

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You Are Special to God”

“I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”

— Psalm 139:14

Nick Vujicic was born without arms and legs. His parents were devastated—his father was broken when he first saw him. They couldn’t understand why God would allow such a thing.

As Nick grew, he faced rejection, bullying, and deep sadness. At the age of ten, he tried to end his life. But God had not forgotten him. In his brokenness, Nick met Christ and discovered that his life, though different, was filled with divine purpose.

Nick’s father once told him, “You are special.” Those words became a seed of hope in his heart. Through faith, Nick began to see that his disability was not a curse but a calling. He learned to thank God for what he had instead of grieving what he lacked.

Today, Nick Vujicic has travelled to more than seventy countries, preaching the gospel of hope. He is married to Kanae and blessed with children. His life without limbs has become a testimony of God’s limitless power.

Nick often says, “If God can use a man without arms and legs to be His hands and feet, then He can use anyone willing to be available.”

Dear friend, you too are special to God. You may not understand why certain things happened in your life, but God sees the whole picture. He never wastes pain. What seems like a weakness can become the very place where His glory shines the brightest.

 

മധുരയിലെ വാണിയാർ തെരുവിൽ സുവിശേഷകനായ എം ഇ ചെറിയാൻ ഭാര്യയും ആറു മക്കളുമൊന്നിച്ച് അനേക വർഷങ്ങൾ താമസിച്ചു .അദ്ദേഹത്തിൻ്റെ പ്രവർത്തനങ്ങളോട് അസൂയ പൂണ്ട ഒരു പറ്റം സഹപ്രവർത്തകർ മൂന്നു മാസത്തിനുള്ളിൽ ആ വീട് ഒഴിഞ്ഞു കൊടുക്കുവാൻ ആവശ്യപ്പെട്ടു.

സഭാ യോഗം ,ബൈബിൾ സ്കൂൾ, ലൈബ്രറി തുടങ്ങിയവ നന്നായി പോകുന്ന സമയം .

എവിടേക്ക് ?

ഒരു വഴിയും കാണുന്നില്ല.

ചില നാളുകൾക്ക് മുമ്പ് റെയിൽവേ ഉദ്യോഗസ്ഥനായ ഒരാൾ സഭയിലെ ആളുകളെ ഭിന്നിപ്പിച്ചതിൻ്റെ ദുഃഖം തീർന്നിട്ടില്ല.

ഹൃദയം നൊമ്പരപ്പെട്ടു.

വേദനകൾ പാട്ടിൻ്റെ വരികളായി ...അദ്ദേഹം ആത്മാവിൽ പാടി

പ്രതിഫലം തന്നീടുവാന്‍
യേശുരാജന്‍ വന്നീടുവാന്‍
അധികമില്ലിനിയും നാളുകള്‍ നമ്മുടെ
ആധികള്‍ തീര്‍ന്നിടുവാന്‍
ദൈവിക ഭവനമതില്‍
പുതുവീടുകള്‍ ഒരുക്കിയവന്‍
വരും മേഘമതില്‍ നമ്മെ ചേര്‍ത്തിടുവാന്‍
നടുവാനതില്‍ ദൂതരുമായ്…
പ്രതിഫലം…
തന്‍ തിരുനാമത്തിനായ്
മന്നില്‍ നിന്ദകള്‍ സഹിച്ചവരെ
തിരുസന്നിധൗ ചേര്‍ത്തു തന്‍ കൈകളാലവരുടെ
കണ്ണുനീര്‍ തുടച്ചിടുവാന്‍
പ്രതിഫലം…
സ്വന്തജനത്തിനെല്ലാം
പല പീഡകള്‍ ചെയ്തവരെ
വന്നുബന്ധിതരാക്കിയധര്‍മ്മികളാമവര്‍-
ക്കന്തം വരുത്തിടുവാന്‍…
പ്രതിഫലം…
വിണ്ണിലുള്ളതുപോലെ
ഇനി മണ്ണിലും ദൈവഹിതം
പരിപൂര്‍ണ്ണമായ് ദൈവികരാജ്യമിപ്പാരിലും
സ്ഥാപിതമാക്കിടുവാന്‍
പ്രതിഫലം…
കാലമെല്ലാം കഴിയും
ഇന്നു കാണ്മതെല്ലാമഴിയും
പിന്നെ പുതുയുഗം വിരിയും തിരികെ വരാതെ നാം
നിത്യതയില്‍ മറയും…
പ്രതിഫലം…

എന്നാൽ ദൈവം അദ്ദേഹത്തിന് വേണ്ടി കരുതി. പുതിയ വഴികൾ തുറന്നു കൊടുത്തു.

യേശു എത്ര നല്ലവൻ

പിൽക്കാലത്ത് ഈ ഗാനം അനേകർക്ക് ആശ്വാസവും ബലവും പ്രത്യാശക്ക് വർദ്ധന ഉണ്ടാകുവാനും ഇടയായിത്തീർന്നു.

അതെ,

കർത്താവ് വരും.

എല്ലാ ദു:ഖങ്ങളും തീരും.

നാം യേശുവിനെ മുഖാമുഖമായി കാണും.

ഭാഗ്യകരമായ പ്രത്യാശ.

ഇതാ, ഞാൻ വേഗം വരുന്നു; ഓരോരുത്തനും അവനവന്റെ പ്രവൃത്തിക്കു തക്കവണ്ണം കൊടുപ്പാൻ പ്രതിഫലം എന്റെ പക്കൽ ഉണ്ട്. 

വെളിപ്പാട് 22:12

 

Pick up the pieces.. ( haddon christian song)

*And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.”— Romans 8:28

When Worry Wakes You

“Woke up tired at 5 a.m.… my worries welled up once again.”

Maybe that’s how your morning began too — with anxious thoughts and a heavy heart.But even in those early hours, God whispers, “Be still and know that I am God.”You may not hear His voice clearly, but He’s closer than your breath.Pause. Pray. Hand the worry over.

When You’re Falling

“I’m falling down the stairway spiral… but Your Word’s a cornerstone.”

There are days when it feels like everything’s slipping away.But even in the fall, God’s Word doesn’t move.It holds you steady when your emotions can’t.Read one verse. Hold onto one promise.That’s how faith fights back.

 It’s Just a Season“

Pick up the pieces, it’s just a season.”

Job didn’t see the reason for his suffering, but God did.

Paul sang in chains because he trusted that even the pain had purpose.

The same is true for you — this season will pass, and something holy is being shaped in you.

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Woke up tired at 5 am

My worries welled up once again

Wish I gave em to you then

Took the time to stop and pray

But I can't hear your voice today

Lord I need you give me strength

I'm falling down the stairway spiral

Haven't felt safe in a while

But your word's a cornerstone

Pick up the pieces

It's just a season

Job didn't know it

But there was was a reason why

Hope was hard to find

Finish the story

It's for His glory

Paul sang in chains

Through all of the woe he knew

You gotta see it through

There's a plan for you

Worry wakes me up again

Shirt is stuck to the skin

How I need to hear your voice

I yearn to be the mom she needs

Yet my hands are trembling

As I lift them to you Lord

I'm falling down the stairway spiral

Haven't felt safe in a while

But your word's a cornerstone

But there was was a reason why

Hope was hard to find

Finish the story

It's for His glory

Paul sang in chains

Through all of the woe he knew

You gotta see it through

There's a plan for you

If it's good then it's from You

Tribulation can be used

If it's good then it's from you

You can make the mountains move

But there was was a reason why

Hope was hard to find

Finish the story

It's for His glory

Paul sang in chains

Through all of the woe he knew

You gotta see it through

There's a plan for you

There's a plan for you

Video

https://youtu.be/ao7VxMUu2tc?si=9jZEZtMtqnvVylDw

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The need of the hour

 

*"Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation.” – Matthew 26:4

There is a battle that happens not outside, but inside — between the flesh that longs to rest and the spirit that longs to pray.

Jesus, in Gethsemane, asked His disciples, “Could you not watch with Me for one hour?” But they fell asleep. 

The song “Thoongamal Jebikkum Varam” — “The gift to pray without sleeping” — is a humble cry from a heart that longs to stay awake in prayer.

It’s saying, “Lord, don’t let me waste the days in slumber; teach me to spend it in prayer.”

Hannah wept and prayed until she received her Samuel.

Daniel prayed daily, even when it meant facing lions.

Paul prayed in prison — and the chains broke open.

Moses lifted his hands on the mountain — and Israel prevailed.

Each of them discovered a truth:

Prayer awakens power.

When we stop praying, the enemy starts planting.

But when we watch and pray, the presence of God fills our days and nights. 

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thoongaamal jepikkum varam thaangappaa
viliththirunthu jepikkum
varam thaangappaa

thoonginaal ethiri kalai vithaippaan
jepam (jepikka) maranthaal
ethiri jeyam eduppaan – naan

udalai odukkanum unavaik kuraikkanum
paechchai niruththanum pelaththil valaranum

annaalaip pola kannnneerai vatikkanum
saamuvaelaik (elupputhal) kaanum varai
ithayaththai oottanum

thaaniyael pola thuthikkanum jepikkanum
singangalin vaaykalaith thinam thinam kattanum

pavulaip pola siraiyilae jepikkanum
kathavukal thirakkanum kattukal neenganum

moseyaip pola malai mael aeranum
karangalai virikkanum katharanum thaesaththirkaay

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“Do your best to come before winter.” – 2 Timothy 4:21

Paul sat in a cold prison cell, waiting for Timothy. Winter was near, and soon the seas would turn rough. If Timothy delayed, the ships would stop sailing—and he might never see Paul again.

Life, too, has its seasons. There is a time to act, a time to speak, a time to love. If we wait too long, doors close, hearts harden, and moments pass.

Now is the time—

to praise Jesus with all your heart,

to hug your child,

to pray for your neighbor

to say a kind word to your spouse,

to call that friend you’ve been thinking of,

to visit someone lonely,

to share the Good News of Christ’s love.

Do it today.

Tomorrow’s winter may come sooner than we think.

Come before winter.

Before it’s too late—respond to God’s gentle call now.

When you come, bring the cloak that I left at Troas with Carpus, and the books, especially the parchments.”— 2 Timothy 4:13

I picture Paul—an old man, shivering in a damp prison cell.

His body needed a cloak.

His soul hungered for the books.

And his spirit longed for Timothy’s fellowship.

Even at the end of his life, Paul reminded us that we are whole beings—body, soul, and spirit.

Our body needs care and rest.

Our soul needs the nourishment of God’s Word.

Our spirit needs the warmth of fellowship of our brethren. 

The same Lord who provides food for the body also gives the living Word for the soul and the comfort of His people for the spirit.

When any one of these is neglected, life grows cold.

But when grace, truth, and love flow together, even a prison becomes a place of peace.

Today, ask the Lord to cover you with His cloak of grace, feed you through His Word, and surround you with companionship in Christ

Bless day With Jesus.. 

"My beloved is to me a cluster of henna blossoms in the vineyards of En Gedi."
— Song of Songs 1:14

When we open the Song of Songs, it feels like stepping into a vineyard — a place overflowing with fruit, fragrance, and joy. Many through the centuries have entered this field and tasted the sweetness of Christ’s love. But the greatest treasure is not the grapes, nor the wine, nor the perfumes — it is the Owner of the vineyard Himself.

Like Ruth gleaning in Boaz’s fields, we too come to Jesus. At first, we may seek His gifts — joy, peace, blessing, answers to prayer. But as we linger in His presence, we discover that the truest satisfaction comes not from what He gives but from who He is.

Jesus is our Boaz — our Redeemer, our Bridegroom, the One who welcomes us into His vineyard not as strangers, but as His beloved. In Him, we are not gleaners of grain but heirs of the whole field. In Him, we are more than conquerors, because He has loved us with an everlasting love.

Blessed day

Heaven came down and glory filled my soul!! What a wonderful day!

My Testimony – The Day I Found Life in the Desert

I was a man of wealth and honor, a court official under the queen of Ethiopia. Outwardly, I had everything—power, position, possessions. But deep inside, there was an emptiness that nothing could fill.

I had heard of the God of Israel and longed to worship Him. So I traveled all the way to Jerusalem. I thought perhaps in the holy city, in the great temple, I would find the satisfaction my soul longed for. But even after doing all the rituals, I returned home unsatisfied. Something was still missing.

As my chariot rolled through the desert road, I opened the scroll of the prophet Isaiah. My eyes fell on these words:"Like a sheep he was led to the slaughter; like a lamb before its shearer is silent, so he did not open his mouth. In his humiliation, justice was denied him. Who can describe his generation? For his life is taken away from the earth.”

I read, but I could not understand. Was the prophet speaking about himself? Or was it about another? My heart ached for answers. Yet there was no one beside me to explain. I felt like my chariot was moving forward, but my soul was stuck in the wilderness.

Then suddenly, a man came running alongside my chariot. His name was Philip. He asked me gently, “Do you understand what you are reading?” I could only reply honestly, “How can I, unless someone explains it to me?” I invited him to sit with me.

And there, on that lonely desert road, everything changed. Beginning with that passage, Philip told me the good news of Jesus Christ. He explained how Isaiah’s prophecy was fulfilled in Him—how He was the Lamb of God, who took away the sins of the world.

My heart burned within me. The words of Scripture came alive. The emptiness I carried for years began to lift. For the first time, I saw clearly: the One I longed for was Jesus.

As we continued, we came upon some water. With joy in my heart I cried, “Look, here is water! What prevents me from being baptized?” Philip did not hesitate. We went down into the water, and there I was baptized. 

When I came up, something unspeakable happened. Joy flooded my soul—joy I had never known before. The emptiness was gone. My heart overflowed with peace.

I looked around to thank Philip, but he was gone. The Spirit of the Lord had taken him away. Yet I was not alone. The Holy Spirit had come to dwell within me.

I remembered how, because I was a eunuch, I was never allowed to enter the temple of the Lord. I could only stand outside, far away. But now, through Jesus, I had been welcomed into the very Most Holy Place of God’s presence. Once I stood afar off, now I could call the Almighty God “Abba, Father.”

That day became the most unforgettable day of my life. I started my journey empty, but I went on my way rejoicing.

I thank the Holy Spirit for guiding me.

I thank Him for sending Philip to me.

I thank Him for opening the Scriptures.

I thank Him for giving me grace to obey.

I thank Him for filling me with His presence.

I thank Him for making me a worshiper in Spirit and in truth.

I will never forget that day in the desert road—

the day I found life in Christ.... 

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O what a wonderful, wonderful day, day I will never forget;
After I'd wandered in darkness away, Jesus my Savior I met.
O what a tender, compassionate friend, He met the need of my heart;
Shadows dispelling, with joy I am telling, He made all the darkness depart.

Chorus
Heaven came down and glory filled my soul, (filled my soul)
When at the cross the Savior made me whole; (made me whole)
My sins were washed away and my night was turned to day,
Heaven came down and glory filled my soul! (filled my soul)

Born of the Spirit with life from above into God's family divine,
Justified fully thru Calvary's love, O what a standing is mine!
And the transaction so quickly was made, when as a sinner I came,
Took of the offer, of grace He did proffer, He saved me, O praise His dear name!

എക്കാലത്തും തൻ ഭക്തരെ തൃക്കയ്യാൽ താങ്ങി നടത്തുമവൻ കഷ്ടതയിൽ നൽ തുണ താൻ ദുഃഖത്തിൽ ആശ്വാസ-ദായകനാം

 

കഴിഞ്ഞ നാളുകളിൽ എൻ്റെ ജീവിതത്തിൽ വലിയ 'അനുഗ്രഹമായി തീർന്ന ഒരു ' ഗാനമാണ് യേശു  എനിക്കെത്ര നല്ലവനാം....

1972 ൽ സുവി.ജോർജ് പീറ്ററാണ് ഈ ഗാനം രചിച്ചത്.

ചീറ്റൂരിലെ പ്രവർത്തനം തുടങ്ങിയിട്ട് ഒരു വർഷമായി - സഹായത്തിന് ആരുമില്ല.

ഭാര്യ രോഗിയായി കിടക്കുന്നു -പിറ്റേന്ന് മലബാറിൽ ഒരു മീറ്റിംഗിനായി പോകണം. ഭാര്യയെയും കുഞ്ഞിനെയും കുറിച്ചുള്ള ചിന്തകളാൽ മനസ്സ് തേങ്ങി. ദൈവസന്നിധിയിൽ രാതിയിൽ ഇരുന്ന് കരഞ്ഞു. രാത്രി 2 മണിയായി 

ആത്മാവിൽ  അദ്ദേഹം പാടി '

ഉള്ളം കലങ്ങും പ്രയാസം വന്നാൽ

 ഉണ്ടെനിക്ക് അഭയസ്ഥാനമൊന്ന്

 ഉറ്റവർ സ്നേഹിതർ വിട്ടു പോയെന്നാലും

 ഉന്നതൻ മാറില്ല കൈവിടില്ല

പ്രഭാതമായപ്പോൾ ഭാര്യ സൗഖ്യമായി.മലബാറിലേക്കുള്ള യാത്രയിൽ ട്രെയിനിലിരുന്ന് ആ ഗാനത്തിൻ്റെ ബാക്കി വരികൾ പൂർത്തിയാക്കി.

ഇതു വായിക്കുന്ന നിങ്ങൾ ഏതവസ്ഥയിലെങ്കിലും 'നമ്മെ കൈവിടാത്ത ഒരു ദൈവമുണ്ട്. വിളിച്ചപേക്ഷിക്കുക.

താഴ്ചകളിൽ, വീഴ്ചകളിൽ താങ്ങി നടത്തുന്ന കർത്താവായ യേശു.

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യേശു എനിക്കെത്ര നല്ലവനാം ക്ളേശമേശാതെന്നെ

1 യേശു എനിക്കെത്ര നല്ലവനാം
ക്ലേശമേശാതെന്നെ കാത്തവനാം
താഴ്ചകൾ വന്നാലും വീഴ്ചകൾ വന്നാലും
താങ്ങി നടത്തുവാൻ വല്ലഭനാം

എക്കാലത്തും തൻ ഭക്തരെ
തൃക്കയ്യാൽ താങ്ങി നടത്തുമവൻ
കഷ്ടതയിൽ നൽ തുണ താൻ
ദുഃഖത്തിൽ ആശ്വാസ-ദായകനാം

2 ഉള്ളം കലങ്ങും പ്രയാസം വന്നാൽ
ഉണ്ടെനിക്കഭയസ്ഥാനമൊന്ന്
ഉറ്റവർ സ്നേഹിതർ വിട്ടുപോയെന്നാലും
ഉന്നതൻ മാറില്ല കൈവിടില്ല;-

3 ആഴിയിൽ പാതയൊരുക്കുമവൻ
ആശ്രിതർക്കാപത്തൊഴിക്കുമവൻ
ആ ദിവ്യ പാദത്തിലാശ്രയിച്ചോരാരും
ആലംബഹീനരായ് തീർന്നതില്ല;-

4 തൻബലത്താലേ ഞാൻ യുദ്ധം ചെയ്യും
തൻമുഖം നോക്കി ഞാൻ യാത്ര ചെയ്യും
തൻകൃപമേൽ കൃപ പ്രാപിച്ചു ഞാനിന്ന്
തൻപദ സേവയിൽ നാൾ കഴിക്കും;-

5 വാനവിതാനത്തിൽ ദൂതരുമായ്
വന്നു വിളിക്കുമ്പോൾ ആ ക്ഷണത്തിൽ
മണ്ണിൽ മറഞ്ഞാലും മന്നിലിരുന്നാലും
വിണ്ണിൽ തൻ സന്നിധൗ ചേർന്നിടും ഞാൻ;-

 

*"The Lord of hosts is with us,
The God of Jacob is our stronghold .
Psalms 46:7

There are times when you look around and your first response is despair.

May be you are at the very end of your strength and you feel it. You are in deep trouble and you sense defeat and darkness in on all sides.

There is a Name you can call upon in times of conflict and warfare.
"The Lord of Hosts"

In times of darkness, distress.. One woman called upon the Name..

In her deep anguish Hannah prayed to the Lord, weeping bitterly. 1 Samuel 1:10
Hannah was "greatly depressed" Oppressed in spirit "
She turned to the Lord of Hosts.and the Lord blessed her with a son.. Samuel! 

Yes the  Name of the Lord is a strong tower.
Just call unto His Name.. Jesus Christ, The Name above all Names ".

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Here is another man who called upon the Name.
David.
Goliath.. Strong enemy  was before him. 

David said to the Philistine, “You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the Name of the Lord Almighty, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied. 1 Samuel 17:45

David got victory in the Name of the Lord...

In any situation let us sing..

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I enter the Holy of Holies
I enter through the Blood of the Lamb
I enter to worship You only
I enter to honor I AM
Lord I worship You
I worship You
For Your Name is holy holy Lord
For Your Name is holy holy Lord
For Your Name is holy holy Lord. ...
Amen.

God is waiting.. Call  His Name now.. 

*selected.. The peace & power of Knowing God's Name

*One of the most thrilling stories of the moving of the Spirit on the mission field is that of the Lone Star Mission in Ongole, India. 

After fifteen years of sacrificial work, only ten believers had been won. In view of a heavy deficit, the Baptist Missionary Union in 1853 was deciding to close down the station. Dr. Colver made an eloquent plea for the little church, won at such cost. Dr. Edwin Bright, the Secretary, followed with a speech which concluded, “Who is the man who would write the letter or carry the message to that little church of ten members, telling them that American Baptists had resolved to abandon them?” He strode up and down the platform saying, “And who shall write the letter?” That night, Dr. Samuel Smith, author of “My Country, ‘Tis of Thee,” could not sleep.

 During the debate a map had been hung, the mission stations being marked with stars. Burma was thickly studded, but Nellore stood alone in India. Someone had referred to the lone star.

 Taking pencil and paper, Dr. Smith wrote:

 Shine on, Lone Star, thy radiance bright Shall spread o’er all the eastern sky; Morn breaks apace from gloom and night! Shine on and bless the pilgrim’s eye. Shine on, Lone Star, I would not dim The light that gleams with dubious ray. The lonely star of Bethlehem Led on a bright and glorious day. Shine on, Lone Star, in grief and tears, And sad reverses oft baptized; Shine on amid thy sister spheres: Lone stars in heaven are not despised.
Shine on, Lone Star; who lifts a hand To dash to earth so bright a gem, A new ‘lost pleiad’ from the band That sparkles in night’s diadem? Shine on, Lone Star, the days draw near When none shall shine more fair than thou; Thou, born and mused in doubt and fear, Wilt gather on Immanuel’s brow. Shine on, Lone Star, till earth redeemed, In dust shall bid its idols fall; And thousands where thy radiance beamed Shall crown the Saviour Lord of all. 

At breakfast, Judge Harris, the chairman, asked Dr. Smith his opinion. He produced the poem. He read it at the meeting with much feeling. It shook the audience, and men wept. A vision of hope dawned. And the result? A great movement of the Spirit crowned their faith. In a single day 2,222 baptisms took place. Thirty years later the Ongole church had 15,000 members, the largest Baptist church in the world.

 

📖Revive us again, O God! I know you will! Give us a fresh start! Then all your people will taste your joy and gladness.Psalms 85:6

*selected... Oswald Sanders... 

 

*John E. Clough was born in 1836 in America. He was a simple man, not from wealth or influence, but with a burning love for Jesus. When God’s call came to serve in India, he obeyed. Like Abraham, he “went out, not knowing where he was going” (Hebrews 11:8).
His obedience reminds us: God does not call the equipped—He equips the called.

Sowing in Tears
In 1865, Clough arrived in Ongole, Andhra Pradesh. The land was dry, both physically and spiritually. For years, his preaching seemed fruitless. Few responded. He faced loneliness, discouragement, sickness, and cultural barriers. Yet, like the farmer in Psalm 126:5, he sowed with tears, trusting God for the harvest.
His perseverance challenges us: Will we remain faithful even when fruit is not visible?

Reaping with Joy

In 1878, revival came like rain on dry ground. Whole villages of Telugu people turned to Christ. The oppressed and outcast, especially Dalits, found dignity in the gospel. On July 3, 1878, Clough baptized 2,222 believers in one day—a scene echoing Pentecost (Acts 2:41).

Over 8,000 were baptized in two years. The fields were white for harvest, and the Lord of the harvest sent forth laborers.
This teaches us: God’s time is perfect. Faithfulness in sowing leads to abundance in reaping.

In John clough' tomb one Word is written.

Be still and know that I am God.. Psalms 46:10

Lord Jesus send a Revival... 

Glory to God.. Amen

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*: Walking in the Unforced Rhythms of Grace

“Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace.” — Matthew 11:29 MSG

Life in God’s kingdom is not a treadmill of religious effort but a dance with the Spirit. Jesus invites us to match His pace — not too fast in anxiety, not too slow in fear. We called this the unforced rhythms of grace: living each day from God’s supply instead of your own, moving in His timing rather than forcing outcomes.

When we live in this rhythm, our days are no longer about proving ourselves or carrying impossible burdens. Instead, they are about responding to God’s leading, resting in His love, and letting His power accomplish what our striving never could.

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Dance with me, O lover of my Souls 

romance me, O lover of my soul

I will go, you are my Farewell the winter has passed, and the spring time it has come

Dance with me, O lover of my soul (oh)

To the song of all Songs 

romance me, O lover of my soulTo the song of all songs

Dance with me, O lover of my Soul 

to the song of all songs 

Romance me, O lover of my Soul to

 the song of all songs. . . . (Paul Wilbur) 

The Lord your God is with you,
    the Mighty Warrior who saves.
He will take great delight in you;
in his love he will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing... Zephaniah 3:17

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They made the bronze basin and its bronze stand from the mirrors of the women who served at the entrance to the tent of meeting.Exodus 38:8.

 

✨ The Mirrors That Became a Basin

*Exodus 38:8 tells us that the bronze basin in the Tabernacle was made from the mirrors of the women who served at the entrance of the Tent of Meeting. In those days, mirrors were not made of glass but of polished bronze — valuable personal items used to admire one’s appearance.

When these women gave their mirrors, they surrendered something that reflected themselves to create something that would prepare others to meet God. The basin was where priests washed before entering God’s presence, a symbol of cleansing and holiness. 

Worship often begins with laying down self-focus and turning our eyes toward God.

The things we once used for our own image can be transformed into tools for God’s service.

Even hidden acts of sacrifice, like those of these women, have eternal impact.True beauty is found not in the reflection of a mirror, but in the reflection of Christ in us.

"Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness." — Psalm 29:2

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When God needed a worshipper, He found David.

When God needed a prophet, He found Samuel.

When God needed a deliverer, He found Joseph.

When God needed a builder, He found Noah.

When God needed a voice in the wilderness, He found John the Baptist.

When God needed a mother for His Son, He found Mary.

When God needed a man of faith, He found Abraham.

When God needed a missionary to the Gentiles, He found Paul.

When God needed a disciple who loved deeply, He found John.

But when God needed Messiah He sent His only begotten Son Jesus Christ... 

When God needed  a bride for His Son He found you.. 

Glory to God

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I enter the Holy of Holies
I enter through the Blood of the Lamb
I enter to worship You only
I enter to honor I AM

Lord I worship You
I worship You
Lord I worship You
I worship You
For Your name is holy holy Lord
For Your name is holy holy Lord

Then Jesus declared, “I, the one speaking to you—I Am He.”John 4:26

*If you ever felt like your past was too messy, your story too broken or your heart too tired?

Jesus went to meet a cultural outsider, a moral outcast, a religious nobody. Jesus clearly reveals who He is not in a temple but at a well, not to a priest but to a broken woman.

She used to avoid people but now she is inviting people.

Her shame became her sermon

Her past became her platform.

Her greatest wound becomes her greatest witness.

Are you tired? -spiritually thirsty? -Are you carrying shame and anxiety?

Jesus is still meeting people at wells and today He is meeting you through these words..

Let us hear His voice. 

Blessed day..

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Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the entrance. John 20:1,16 

Jesus said to her, “Mary.” She turned toward him and cried out in Aramaic, “Rabboni!” 

*When the night is rough, look to Jesus. 

The night Joseph was sold to Egyptians by his brothers.. 

The night before the sacrifice of Isaac.. 

The night Jesus was betrayed.... 

The dark night of the soul.. Shadows are longer, enemy seems bigger and the doubts are greater. 

Saturday is dark. ... Sunday is coming

Saturday is full of fear, ....broken heart, depressed, lonely... 

Just look to Jesus and hear the voice of Jesus whispering your name.. Right now.. 

When God whispers your name the universe comes to a stop as if it were to reset your life for His glory. And Mary Magdalene goes out and tells the whole world "' Jesus is Alive, Jesus is Alive and i have seen Him. "

 weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.Psalms 30:5 (b) 

💎💎When God Whispers Your Name, it's not for His benefit, but for yours. It's to remind you that you are known, cherished, and called."

💎He speaks in whispers, not shouts. He draws us to quiet places, where His gentle voice can be heard above the noise of the world."

💎You are not who people say you are. You are not even who you say you are. You are who God says you are. And He calls you His.

💎God is the God of fresh starts, clean slates, and new beginnings. He whispers, ‘Let’s try again.’"

💎The sweetest moment in life is not when you shout in victory, but when you kneel in surrender and hear Him say, ‘You are Mine.’"

Jesus loves you..... 

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*How can i have a blessed and joyful life daily?

1) Always have a rhythm of gratitude.. Thanking God for everything in life.

2) Count your blessings. Think of all the gifts, blessings God gave... Thousands of gifts.

3) Start seeing the sacred in the ordinary. Sunlight, rain, flowers, your kids.... Gloryifing Jesus every time.

4) Find beauty in the brokenness.God's grace is sufficient for you even in your dark moments. 

5) start living fully in the present. Embrace the present moment with Thanksgiving and praise.
Focus on what you have, instead of what is lacking in life.

Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus,".1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

*selected..One Thousand gifts. Ann Voskamp.

 

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28 

*Problems can't  last forever. Promises can, and God's promises do. 

Without God's oversight, our futures are like scraps of paper scattering in the wind. But under His oversight, they are like pages of hope indelibly written by grace. 

Romans 8:28.twenty three words giving us hope and strength. 

Go forward... 

Fret not. Rejoice always. Do not be anxious. In everything give thanks. Serve the Lord with gladness. Be strong and of good courage. Come before Him with thanksgiving. Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently on Him. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid. 

Cling on to the above promise of God. It's a promise with your name on it. It meets the challenges you are facing right now. God is the One who signed and sealed it. 

Only Believe! 

Jesus turns sadness to gladness and gives beauty for ashes.. 

Blessed time with Jesus... 

*selected... Robert J Morgan

 

*There is an old story about a elder in church who noticed a long time attendee hadn't been in church for while. After a few weeks, the elder decided he’d better make a visit. He went to the man’s home and found him alone, sitting in front of a blazing fire. The parishioner invited the brother in and directed him to a comfortable chair near the fire.

After an initial greeting, the two sat in silence, watching the roaring fire dance over the logs. Then the brother took the fire tongs and picked up a brightly burning ember, which he then placed to one side of the hearth by itself. That lone ember’s flame began to flicker and eventually died. Soon it was a cold, gray coal, with no life or warmth whatsoever.

Then the brother picked up that coal with the tongs, and placed it back into the middle of the fire. Within seconds, it began to glow, with light and warmth, ignited by the flames around it.

As the elder rose to leave, the parishioner said, “Thank you for the sermon, Brother. I’ll be back in church next Sunday.”

 And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.Hebrews 10:24-25 

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More like Jesus.. Every day.

 

A soldier made it his practice to end each day with Bible reading and Prayer. As the others gathered in their barracks and retired for the night, he’d kneel by his bunk. Some of them saw this and began to mock him. But one night, the abuse went beyond words. As he bowed down to pray, one soldier threw his boots and hit him in the face. The others jeered, looking for a fight but there was no retaliation.

 The next morning when the boot thrower woke up, he couldn’t believe what he saw. There at the front of his bed were his boots – polished and returned.

What a testimony! 

Lord blesses us to a blessing, forgives us to be forgivers.... 

🙏Lord give me grace to obey your Word and be a light in this dark World. In Jesus Name.. Amen