Here’s one for the one who is called not to please the crowd
The other evening, I was sitting at a café. It was strange and awkward observing people and some things that went on and I was thinking to myself how times … Continue reading
No more drizzle. Only Abundance.
The other day I was at a place, waiting. Public offices in this city are full of greenery. They are spacious. Airy. Some are old palaces, ancient, royal, impressive structures. … Continue reading
Get a feel of your season of Blessings
Do you find yourself in a compromising situation? Are you going through a time when you trusted God’s word yet your fears and your situation is still overwhelming? One experience … Continue reading
What does burning grass have to do with finances?
Every year, just before winter began, my grandmother, a very hard-working woman was seen clearing up the front yard. The ground, well-watered by months of heavy rainfall would sprout different … Continue reading
‘Junipers in Wastelands’ A Powerful Blessing Over Your Life
Juniper berries apparently are used in cooking, but the more common usage is that Juniper berries are what gives a gin martini its unique flavoring. In the part of the … Continue reading
Does it seem like it’s not working?
I recently began teaching a series on marriage.My core point of the session, ‘Marriage is God’s idea and therefore it has to work.’This concept can be traced back to the … Continue reading
My Question to Jesus
For a long time, I was troubled over a problem. I was praying for at least three years and frankly, I worried even while praying. Through the Gospels, one aspect … Continue reading
Boost Someone’s Day
Sunday morning began with a light-hearted mood. I decided to order for some Dosa online to enjoy breakfast with a friend. For those not familiar, a Dosa is a thin pancake or … Continue reading
Just give me the money
Back at my native place, there was a way in which the town folk would respond to a drunk. They understood that the man was misbehaving under the influence of … Continue reading
Staying Inside Matters
Recently I got a closer peek of Indian weddings while interacting with a wedding filmmaker. From what I can remember, Indian weddings have become larger and have gone grander. Extensive … Continue reading
Why stress over the presentation?
It’s Marigold season. You can see them everywhere, gardens, parks and the markets are full of them. Long ago, we had Marigold flowers growing in our garden during the monsoon. … Continue reading
Do you think it was the Himalayan stick?
Many years back, we traveled to Northern India on holiday. Nestled among the thick forests, the snow-covered Himalayan mountains are majestic and mesmerising. The hilly charm, the cold weather, taste … Continue reading
Are you ready to announce the morning?
Goa is popular for offering a vibe comprising of sun, sand, beaches and beer. In a way, that could be true, but more from a tourist’s perspective. However, to someone … Continue reading
Would you like a Hot cup of Chai?
Last weekend, it was raining. Outside, the grey overcast sky was dull and gloomy. The cold breeze accompanied by thick rain made the surroundings damp everywhere. Inside, our little group … Continue reading
What qualifies you to possess the finest?
A father brings his epileptic child to Jesus. Seeing Jesus, the boy goes into a convulsion, falls down and starts rolling on the ground. Jesus remains calm, in no apparent hurry. … Continue reading
If this lip-smacking Portuguese delicacy could speak
There is an invaluable life lesson this Portuguese gourmet dish presents to us. ‘What appears to be a problem could be converted into a blessing.’ The key is to sort … Continue reading
900 followers and What motivates me to blog
Reaching 900 followers from 0 has been a journey filled with so much and I wanted to share a few tips that i’ve learnt along the way on how to increase your followers and stay on course to an enjoyable Blog Life.
Left alone, the Eagle Cried!
An eagle was not really aware of it’s superiority Though many flying creatures The raven, the crow, the bat Even the Fly Watched the eagles’ exceeding distinction In covetous envy … Continue reading
What happened at Straight Street?
A loud, overwhelming voice echoed from the sky ‘WHY ARE YOU DOING THIS TO ME?’ Saul, the persecutor of God’s people is blinded by a bright light. The zealous man … Continue reading
He said “I knew you would make it”
The tunnel was the only way before me A dark narrow hollow tunnel I walked alone The more I walked the more fearful it got I wished I had a … Continue reading
The Game was called Logorio
Gathering around the neighborhood while growing up, we played a game. The game was called Logorio. It was a game where we stacked broken pieces of tiles used for building … Continue reading
The enemy didn’t want you to see this message
I don’t know who i’m talking to. But I know there is someone who needs to hear this. God has a special plan for your life and the enemy is … Continue reading
Exchange Those Frustrations for Something Better
Hope this message finds you well. Just wanted to reach out to you and let you know that i’ve recently begun sharing a few inspiring thoughts via YouTube through a … Continue reading
Your Journey Will Not Disappoint You
Are You Stuck in Your Journey Half Way? Are You Feeling Lost and Out of Control? Are You Facing Roadblocks of Disappointment, Fear and Anxiety? Are You Happy with Your … Continue reading
How to prepare the ground for your miracle
Even though your situation may not seem like its possible for you to find a solutionyou need to prepare the ground for a miracle. I will be doing a Bible … Continue reading
Who Will Kill the Killer?
After the resurrection of Jesus, He appeared to His disciples and gave them the great commission. They were to carry the Gospel to the ends of the Earth and to … Continue reading
Warnings can be a Blessing in Disguise
Given a choice, what would you avoid. Silly mistakes or major destruction. Personally, I would prefer to stay alert and enjoy success and not loss. I remember my first job … Continue reading
How Cool can Church get?
Are you seeking an answer to long lost issues? Are you dealing with life challenges that seem overwhelming and find yourself struggling to manage?
I would love to watch iron float again, how about you?
Physics, the science of how matter interacts describes the natural phenomenon. that Iron sinks in water because the density of iron is more than the density of water. The Book … Continue reading
It’s all going to be good – just like Christmas
Looking back, the past few months, I often worried and wondered how Christmas 2020 was going to be. I didn’t make any Christmas plans as such but as the days … Continue reading
There’s a Builder in the Room
He is one of the best artisans of them all but not everyone has seen His works. An Inspiring Devotional Featuring a Bible Verse Thought and Prayer. Give Him a … Continue reading
There’s going to be ‘Me-Time’ on my to-do list this weekend, how about you?
Most of my weekdays and weekends are packed with routine. An Inspiring Devotional Featuring a Bible Verse, Thought and Prayer Work, family, cooking, church, prayer, and the drill goes on, … Continue reading
What to do when your own folks look down on you
Jabez was a good man. An Inspiring Devotional Featuring a Bible Verse, Thought and Prayer The Bible says he was more honourable than his brothers. However, when he was born, … Continue reading
Help me get the Masala done, please!
Every culture follows and loves its own unique cuisine. And I Love Mine. A Daily Devotional Featuring a Bible Verse, Thought and Prayer As exotic as it is, the process … Continue reading
Profit and Loss Lessons from Jesus
Why would Jesus borrow Simon Peter’s boat to preach? A Daily Devotional Featuring a Bible Verse, Thought and Prayer We know that Jesus’ earthly father Joseph was a carpenter, and … Continue reading
Are you ready for the new?
It’s time to chuck out the bitter past. A Daily Devotional Featuring a Bible Verse, Thought and Prayer ‘So, the women hurried away from the tomb’. This is the news update recorded in the Gospel … Continue reading
Success despite fewer resources and less time in hand
A Daily Devotional Featuring a Bible Verse, Thought and Prayer King David’s enemies, the Amalekites once attacked, destroyed, and took away his loved ones and everything that belonged to him. … Continue reading
Miracle first or Faith first, how does it work?
Sounds a bit like the common ‘Did the Egg come first or the Chicken’. I observe the following in the below Bible passage: There is no faith present in Zechariah. … Continue reading
Friday Promise
You shall not miss that good thing When I was expecting my second child, we had to relocate countries. I was filled with nagging thoughts. What if I don’t find … Continue reading
Blessings can come in tattered packaging
I am reminded of a story about my Great Grandmother. In those days when it rained heavily at night, the next morning, the village would be full of ripe mangoes … Continue reading
Today, may the Hand of God help you in every difficult task and situation
Are you facing limitations? Are you feeling frustrated, helpless, hopeless? Time to look back and see how marvelously God has been working a way out for you in spite of all the limitations. Time to Praise Him. Enjoy the read and be blessed.
The stunner behind Mikey’s healing
A few weeks back, our pet pug Mikey, woke up sick. Unlike most mornings, we could not see him sniffing around or hear him bark until he is served. That … Continue reading
That style of teaching was the reason for their success
Does success depend on a learner’s ability to grasp or is it resting on a teacher’s ability to teach? With experience, I observed that it is the teaching methodology that … Continue reading
The Prayer that keeps me and my family safe
Today, I will be sharing a powerful, personal prayer with you. This is one of the prayers that I have been praying for protection ever since the pandemic began which … Continue reading
It was His way of saying ‘Happy to Help’
When Zacchaeus climbed the sycamore tree in the Gospel of Luke, he was not up there because he had a need. He just wanted to see Jesus. As a tax … Continue reading
Make that start and keep going!
Eight years back I was led to start TheGodminute. A blog born out of the desire to point to the hope we can find in and through the written Word … Continue reading
No longer common but a man with uncommon favor
Cornelius was a man of prayer. He gave generously to charity and to the poor and was a man who revered God. One day while he was wide awake, he … Continue reading
Today your burden will be rolled away
When Jacob stole his brothers blessing, Esau was angered to the point of wanting to kill him. Rebekah, his mother advises him to escape to her brother Laban’s house where … Continue reading
uncover the hidden blessing
These are the last words of David recorded in the Bible: The inspired utterance of David, the son of Jesse, the utterance of the man exalted by the Most High. … Continue reading
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