Samuel Thambusamy
Samuel Thambusamy is a PhD candidate with the Oxford Center for Religion and Public Life.
God blesses those people who refuse evil advice and won’t follow sinners or join in sneering at God. Instead, the Law of the LORD makes them happy and they think about it day and night (Psalm 1: 1- 2)
Happiness...
If you are a regular at church, you're probably familiar with the phrase, “by his grace”. We mutter and tut about God’s grace when we meet, don't we? Sadly, we talk about grace (and even fervently sing the classic...
Amidst attacks, Indian-Christians may appear like a 'stump' - seemingly lifeless and cut down. Yet, in these challenging times, there is always hope for revival and fruitfulness in and through the incarnate Christ. Want to know more about Christmas hope for the Suffering Church? Read now!
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We carry painful memories of betrayal, disappointment, let-down, hurtful remarks, and false allegations. These painful memories taunt us – torment us – and worse, paralyse us.
Pain has the ability to shrink us on the inside and there in loneliness...
Churches need to demonstrate spiritual courage and strength. As hostility toward the Christian faith grows, believers can feel like they have no control over their lives. They can be weighed down by fear, doubt, and powerlessness. Paul knew that...
This story takes us through a wide range of emotions we experience in our own faith journeys, challenging us to consider our own reactions. How do you react in the face of desperation, delays, bad news, and miraculous outcomes?
Have...
Have you ever wondered what makes a friendship truly special? The book of Proverbs has an answer for you.
Here’s a list of five key qualities of friendship listed in the book of Proverbs: Reliability, Loyalty, Wisdom, Encouragement, and Accountability.
These...
In the book of Philippians, Paul introduces himself as a “doulos” of Christ Jesus. "δοῦλος" (doulos), often translated as "servant" or "slave", speaks to the heart of Christian discipleship.
In the Roman Empire, a doulos was indeed a slave, bound...
Indian-Christians actively participated in the struggle for Independence. In fact, many were close to Mahatma Gandhi, drawn by his values and leadership. Curious? Dive deeper into this story and see for yourself.👉
Mahatma Gandhi once identified 'Wealth without work' as a cardinal sin in his publication, Young India. As quick riches tempt many into scams and reckless lifestyles, delve into this article to understand wealth from a biblical perspective. Discover the profound lessons for today's world.
