Lent Devotional: Day 3Essence of FastingRev. Dr. A. K. Lama The essence of fasting is not merely abstinence from food. It is not simply a spiritual discipline for personal piety. The act of fasting, both in its intent and outward practice, anticipates capturing more than what its eventual practice. The prophet Isaiah reminded the religious …
Lent Devotional: Day 2 Prayer and Intimacy with God Mr. Surender Pokhal “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” – …
Desire for a Clean Heart Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. (Psalm 51:10) A hardened, violent prisoner, known for his brutality, resisted all attempts to change himself even after attending several sessions on counselling. When the prison chaplain suggested reading the Bible, the man scoffed, claiming …
January 26, 2025 Dear Friends, On behalf of the Evangelical Fellowship of India, I extend warm greetings as we commemorate India’s 76th Republic Day. We pause to thank God for His faithfulness to our nation and to seek His continued guidance for our future. Our Constitution’s vision of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity resonates deeply …
“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” – Isaiah 9:6 Dear Friends and Partners in Christ’s Mission, As we celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ …
By Rev. Vijayesh Lal It is Christmas, but my heart is far away from the celebrations of VIPs of the national capital, and the trappings of power, to a family I encountered in the Bastar region of Chhattisgarh. Forced out from their home for holding fast to their faith in Christ, their story echoes the …