On a high window sill stood two flower pots. One had a wild red rose full of thorns in it. It was in bloom.… Read the rest
The Wisethorn and Bloomy–the Story of the Transformation!
Chocolates Are Not Lollipops!
Chocolates are not lollipops. Of course they are not; but both can be enjoyed in a traffic jam in the skies.… Read the rest
Be Prepared for Your Opportunity When It Comes
Readiness is a prerequisite to capitalise on opportunities in life. If you are prepared you might find opportunities suddenly present itself to you.… Read the rest
Promise of New Year Resolutions and Its Heartbreak ?
New Year is a time of promise of a bright future ahead. It is a time you love to leave behind the baggage of the past and take new resolutions for the year ahead.… Read the rest
YouTube Makes the World Go Round
It is amazing how Pandemic Covid-19 and lockdowns following it has made YouTube a place of sleeplessness. Most people have started publishing videos on YouTube and are doing live streaming.… Read the rest
Santa Claus Is Not Christmas!
Santa Claus is not Christmas. In fact Santa Claus has hijacked the true meaning of Christmas.
Santa Claus is the commercial reason1 for Christmas celebrations.… Read the rest
What Better Hope in Life Do You Have Than This?
This article can be read in Sunday Sermonettes at
Your Gateway of a Better Hope, Perspective, Attitude, and Certainty
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God Give You the Grace to Overflow with Hope
When Death Speaks, Listen to Its Meaning!… Read the rest
Christmas Is for Failures Like You and Me
Many miss Christmas because they think it is a festive season. When in fact it is God’s treasure hunt for failures like you and me.… Read the rest
Elocution Competition Topic: Social and Humanitarian Changes Brought by the Pandemic Covid-19
Pandemic Covid-19 has changed the global landscape completely. It has made us realize how unpredictable life is. I would like to focus today on the social and humanitarian changes brought about by the pandemic.… Read the rest
A Story from Schooldays on My First Disastrous Public Speaking Attempt
I would like to share a story that happened at Christ Nagar School1 where I had done my schooling in VIII C Class during the third term.… Read the rest
You Are Not a Loser; but a Fighter!
You are not a loser because God loves you.
You are not a loser if you believe that you can put in one more effort, one more try, one more attempt to do something in which you have already failed many many times.… Read the rest
KISS–Keep It Short and Simple!
Let us look at a few thoughts where you can try the KISS principle.
Life:
the gift of God, the one and only opportunity one has for doing good.… Read the rest
Where Do You See Yourself Five Years from Now? And Beyond!
“Where do you see yourself five years from now?” is a typical question in a job interview. It is a tricky question and is used to assess the candidate’s commitment to the job and to find out his or her career goals.… Read the rest
The 1 Minute Guide to Find Your Ultimate Satisfaction in Life!
Have you tried to find satisfaction in work, in play, in entertainment, in relationships, in love, in pleasures, and even surfing the internet or chatting in social media platforms?… Read the rest
When in Doubt What to Do: 7 Takeaways for You!
When you are in doubt, the simple wisdom is, do not take hasty decisions. Instead wait.
Allow some time to pass.… Read the rest
God Says, “As a Mother Comforts Her Child, So Will I Comfort You!”
A mother comforting her child is the picture God has used to tell us that he cares.
A mother’s comfort is not just about calming our troubled minds.… Read the rest
Stand Still and See God’s Work in Your Life!
Standing still is difficult. It does not come naturally to any one of us. Like a child who has just learned to walk; our hearts and hands constantly try to grab things fast.… Read the rest
It’s Never Too Late to Start
It’s never too late to start. You should turn your back to the past and walk forward in hope. If it is strength for the journey you are worried about; it is God himself who will be your strength.… Read the rest
Believe in the Message of the Foolishness of God!
The message of the cross of Jesus is the foolishness of God. For it puts on exhibit a man crucified in weakness–scorned, mocked, rejected and despised by men.… Read the rest
“Get Up” Is the Motivational Word You Need to Hear Today
Get up!
This is not the time to stay in defeat. This is not the time to analyze all the mistakes you made.… Read the rest
7 Must-Haves to Build a World Class Culture in Your Organization
It is an Organization’s unique approach to work that helps shape its culture. Building a world class culture in an Organization is like growing a tree.… Read the rest
7 Compelling Steps to Achieve Excellence at the Workplace!
Some work to make a living. Others work because they are passionate. The first kind of people do things well. The second kind of people pursue excellence at the workplace!… Read the rest
Three Insightful Stories on “What Will Others Think About Me?”
One of the questions commonly asked in my training sessions is this: “What will others think about me?” Whether it be professionals or students they share this same concern.… Read the rest
JESUS—What Is in a Name?
What is in a name?1 so asked Shakespeare. Perhaps everything.
Let us look at the name of Jesus.
Jesus–the name that rings with joy for at his birth an angel announced good news of great joy to all the people of the world.… Read the rest
Self-Doubt Can Be Overcome to Make You a Winner
Self-doubt can defeat you.
How can you tackle self-doubt? Let us look at seven steps to do so:
Look at the worst that can happen.… Read the rest
Believe in the Power of God-Given Dreams
God-given dreams often have humble beginnings. A small seed of hope sown in one’s heart is what grows, produces branches and fruit and multiplies.… Read the rest
The Science, Maths, Vocabulary, and Art of Love in Marriage!
Let us begin the discussion of the science, maths, vocabulary, and art of love in marriage from departures. The tug at the heart at parting when your beloved boards the plane or when the train starts to move is love.… Read the rest
You Can Lead with Confidence: Leadership Simplified for School Children!
Some of you will be called to lead by choice or chance. It is a privilege but a great responsibility too.… Read the rest
7 Motivational Secrets That Will Surely Inspire You
Yes You Can
Great achievements follow when your pursuits are fuelled by the I Can belief and attitude. When this combines with enthusiasm and perseverance you become unstoppable.… Read the rest
2 Minute Speech on God Versus Science Debate
In the beginning.
God.
Science has gone to extraordinary lengths to come up with interesting explanations like Big Bang about origins.… Read the rest