When softly falls the dew at eventide,Then, tired, we lay ourselves away to rest;Confiding: in the One who knoweth best,We trust in him and nothing- else beside. What if dark demons oft attack our soul,And friends forsake, and parents look with scorn?We’ll trust in God; he’ll keep from every harm.We’ll live for him while endlessContinue reading “God Knoweth Best”
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Don’t Stop Believin’
We often let fear or insecurity stop us from trying new things. Believe in yourself. Do what you love. And most importantly, be kind to others, even if you don’t like them or even if they are mean to you. Without confidence in your own powers, you cannot be successful or happy. Have faith inContinue reading “Don’t Stop Believin’”
Power of Prayer
Once a ship was wrecked at sea due to storm and only out of all crew two men were bale to swim themselves to a small deserted island. After both reached the island, they didn’t know what to do and both talked and they reached on conclusion that there is nothing they can do exceptContinue reading “Power of Prayer”
Diwali ~ Be the Light
India is a land of festivals and today we have Deepavali (or Diwali) which literally means “rows of lamps”. Throughout the world, all Hindus celebrate Deepavali or Diwali with great pomp and enthusiasm. Here is a story about the origins of Diwali. Once upon a time there was a great warrior, Prince Rama, who hadContinue reading “Diwali ~ Be the Light”
Light at the end of the Tunnel
Clambering through the darkness Grasping at whatever you can Heading toward that glimpse of light Doing the best you can Stumbling and falling Time and time again Focused only on that glimpse of light At the very end So weary and fragile You must struggle on As the light is getting closer It won’t beContinue reading “Light at the end of the Tunnel”
Starve your Fear, Feed your Faith
Fear is a reality of life. It’s true for believers and non-believers. Fear keeps us from living our normal lives. It cripples us and prevents us from doing what God wants us to do. We know we should not feed our fear or dwell on it, because if we do, it controls us. We shouldContinue reading “Starve your Fear, Feed your Faith”
Keep the Faith
Worry and stress is an issue for me, for you, for everyone. Although I believe in God, more often than not, I’ve trusted more in my own abilities than I have in his faithfulness. We think, I know God’s a good God and all that, but I’ve got this situation handled. And when it turns outContinue reading “Keep the Faith”
Everything is in His Hands
Life is not predictable. There are ups and downs along the way. Many of us want to trust God. When times are good, it can feel easier. But when times feel difficult, it is even more important to trust God. God’s unchanging character can give us a firm foundation when things feel unsteady and uncertain. LifeContinue reading “Everything is in His Hands”
Hope
I came across the lovely poem sometime back which touched me deeply. Today’s quote reminded me of these lovely words Darkness gathers around my being Filling me with dread The only voices to be heard Are the ones inside my head I cannot see what’s straight ahead I cannot hear them call Pure blackness overwhelms me I must stop me fromContinue reading “Hope”
Price of a Miracle
A little girl ran to her bedroom and pulled out her piggy bank from a secret drawer in her closet. She broke the piggy bank and took the change and counted it carefully. Three times, even. The total has to be exactly perfect as there shouldn’t be any chance for mistake here. She carefully placedContinue reading “Price of a Miracle”
