the uncharted terrain
Sit tight, this is a long one, but it’s worth the shot. The Story The noise of the riot in the city receded as the soldiers dragged him across the city. His mind was tired but His mind resolute to gain freedom for the people of Jerusalem. Or at least avenge the death of his…
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Hello, This has been churning my mind for a while and I finally got to express it in words, for you to peruse and reflect. If you are writing for the soul, your soul will resonate with my thoughts. “Every secret of a writer’s soul, every experience of his life, every quality of his…
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Many years ago, a group of scientists thought about all the advancements in technology, medicine and science man has made, and concluded that they do not need God, so God challenged them to a man-making contest. As one of the scientists bent down to pick a handful of dirt to mold, God said, “Oh, no. You’ve…
Read MoreTo call them a couple was kind of awkward. The word fitted more, young lovers. But what would you call them after decades? I lived with them for the better part of my growing years so I know that they lived the principles they shared with those young couples that do visit them and ask…
Read MoreHe stood at the edge of the cliff, ready to plunge. As he heard the rushing sound of waters below crashing against smoothened rocks, he knew it was his destiny to plunge into the deep possibilities the future held. But looking back at the two lions which snarled at him, one weak and bleeding from…
Read MoreHello. I wrote this article on February 11, 2014, as my entry for an online magazine. The editors liked it, but didn’t use it, so I kept it till yesterday when I was browsing through my article archives. Then there was a spark – and here it is! Well, this is actually an alter ego…
Read MoreYesterday, I wrote about the journey to Bethlehem – how it would have been on that first eve. But, that was not all. Today, I tell you about the first “Christmas.” Enjoy. This is a long post, but it’s worth the read. Arrival in Bethlehem brought worry and upset: there was no room for them…
Read MoreIn the last post on this Christmas series, I wrote about Mary, the lady who said “yes” to God. She exemplified what it means to say Yes – to trust God and take a step in the direction of purpose despite the odds. Today is Christmas Eve. The day before Christmas. Most homes of people…
Read MoreHello, Since about 400 AD, Christians have celebrated the birth of Jesus. ‘Christ’ means ‘Messiah’ or ‘Anointed One’ – the title given to Jesus – and ‘Mass’ was a religious festival. But the real Christmas story is found in the Bible. It is told in two different books: Matthew and Luke chapters 1 and 2.…
Read MoreIt was a night before Christmas. Clara stood in the rain. She watched as the old woman made her way to the limo, a helper hoisting an umbrella over her as she cuddled two brown shopping bags. Lights were up in many buildings. Shoppers rang bells for Christmas sales. Adults and children jostled and shoved…
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