“In him was life, and that life was the light of men.”1
Jesus came to show us the light of God’s great love towards us.… Read the rest
Radio Talk: Hope for Tomorrow
Radio Talk for Yuvavani,
All India Radio, Thiruvananthpuram,
First Broadcast on 22 April 2017.
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Once there was a young boy who walked along with his mother one evening.… Read the rest
Radio Talk: Life Lessons from Cricket
Talk for Yuvavani, All India Radio, Thiruvananthapuram.
Date of recording: 25 February 2011
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Cricket World Cup 2011 will showcase some of the great talents of cricket.… Read the rest
In Relentless Pursuit of Success
As many colours are there so also are there many lenses with which to view success. Each will show a different image; coloured by the way each person likes to see success:
Success!… Read the rest
Life Is a Face-to-Face with Problems!
A life without problems does not exist even in fairy tales. Oh yes, they all have happy endings which come only after the hero or heroine endures a lot of difficulties.… Read the rest
I Have Placed Before You an Open Door That No One Can Shut
The words of authority of the Risen Christ, “I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut,” 1 has put strength in the hearts of countless men and women down through the centuries.… Read the rest
When Death Speaks, Listen to Its Meaning!
We all fear death. The reality of death should make us think. Why is life on earth brief? Why is there pain, sickness, suffering, and finally death?… Read the rest
Arise and Rebuild Your Life Once Again
It is not easy to build again from ruins. For you need to fight against discouragement to attempt rebuilding.
But then think about the cost of not attempting to rebuild your life.… Read the rest
“I Will Repay You for the Years the Locusts Have Eaten!”
Regrets are there in every life. Wasted years can be one of them. There is no point looking back and crying over all that was lost.… Read the rest
“Call to Me and I Will Answer You” Is the Invitation and Promise of Prayer
If you can live without breathing, you can live without prayer. Many people miss the joy of prayer because it is always made to be too sacred and religious.… Read the rest
When Hearts Are Wedded in Love–An Inspiring Felicitation Speech!
When hearts are wedded in love, heaven rejoices.
Let me congratulate the newly wedded couple on this joyous occasion. Our prayers are with you.… Read the rest
Can You Answer These Four Fundamental Questions of Life?
Have you not at least once in your life been fascinated by countless number of stars you saw in a clear night sky?… Read the rest
Motivational Speech: Three Fears That Keep You from Stepping Out
1. Imagined Fears (Grasshopper Vision):
There is a classic account in the Bible where twelve spies are sent by Moses to explore the Promised Land (the Land of Caanan).… Read the rest
Without Perseverance No One Wins at the Olympics; Neither Can You Win in Life!
The agony and the pain of defeat after having come so close is the stuff that the legend of the Olympics is made of.… Read the rest
The Power of Five Minutes in Creating Habits That Last a Lifetime
It doesn’t take much to build a good habit. If you can aim for five minutes each day it can be done.… Read the rest
Remind Yourself That Success Is Just a Few Steps Away When You Are Tempted to Quit
Long distance runners or swimmers most probably find the laps immediately after the half-way mark most difficult. That is the time when motivation starts running low and discouragement sets in.… Read the rest
Tips on Anger Management
Everyone seems to be angry these days. Outbursts of anger have become common.
#1. The Pressure Cooker
Some people bottle up things on the inside and keep it boiling under tremendous pressure.… Read the rest
Make Way for the New
If trees shed their leaves in eager expectation of spring how much more should we give up things worn out to make way for the new.… Read the rest
How to Speak Without Fear
The first thing to do to speak without fear is your willingness to try. Forget about all the lies about your failure the devil whispers in your mind.… Read the rest
Get to Know Three Reasons Why You Fail
In this short speech, let me try to point out three ways that lead to failure.
Reason #1 If you ask me which is the most important reason why people fail; I can confidently say that it is their inability to say NO when confronted with a wrong choice.… Read the rest
You Can Overcome Loss of Confidence
I am yet to meet a genuinely talented person who has not passed through a period of loss of confidence in his or her life or career.… Read the rest
When Success Weds Complacency, It Spells Failure!
Let me ask, “Why is it difficult to maintain success?” The answer can be given in one word–Complacency!
The Cambridge dictionary defines complacency as a feeling of calm satisfaction with your own abilities or situation that prevents you from trying harder.… Read the rest
Motivational Speech: The LORD Is My Shepherd
Almost known to all, the words “The LORD is my shepherd”1 brings comfort and strength to troubled hearts.
It assures us that we belong to Someone who cares.… Read the rest
Make Money. Grow Rich. Love More!
Let me start with what money cannot buy. It cannot buy love, it cannot buy friendship, it cannot buy peace; but it might save you time and get you temporary happiness.… Read the rest
“Life Is About Passions”
Every achievement in life springs from a burning desire to succeed. It is this burning desire that helps you conquer fear and break out from inhibitions.… Read the rest
Don’t Call Yourself a Failure When All That Happened Was You Failed!
If you have not failed, that means probably you succeeded in everything you did or you did not attempt to do anything at all.… Read the rest
A Teacher’s Motivational Speech: Three Life Lessons Every Student Should Know
Life has changed after Covid-19. Classes are online. I miss the warmth of friendship, the ambience of learning, and the fun of doing things together.… Read the rest
By the Rivers of Babylon: A Song of Hope in a Long Night of Captivity!
By the rivers of Babylon is a Psalm1 that was originally sung by prisoners of hope.
To the people taken captives and in exile, to a people who had nothing to look forward to or hope for, God spoke through Prophet Jeremiah asking them not to lose heart but to work with all their hearts in the land of their captivity:
But what means this song to you and me today?… Read the rest
Fear Change or Change Fear in a Post-pandemic World
Covid 19 has changed the face of the world. Faces have been masked, handshakes are not welcome anymore, social distancing is the norm, classes are online, and work from home (WFH) and video-conferencing is the new culture.… Read the rest
One Minute Speech on the Importance of Using Opportunities
If you look at circumstances, if you look at the wind and the clouds and the surging waves, you will never move out of the safety of the shore.… Read the rest