I believe biblical principles and values are really the heartbeat of the Christian family. Today marriages are ending in divorce at record numbers. Many children learn their values from television, movies, and music instead of from their parents and the Bible. Let us understand what God’s design and purpose in marriage are at creation. God- ordained marriage for enriching relationships …

As Easter approaches it becomes for us a season of hustle and bustle as we run around dishing out varieties of food, new clothes, and a hundred and one things that need to get done – not omitting the apparent temporary ‘joy’ of hearing or singing in choirs lifting up in glorious crescendos the might and majesty of the inexpressible …

Some preach, some teach, some sing publicly, but all can pray. But, do we all pray? If so, why? If not, why not? Let us look at some of the reasons: ‘I seldom pray anymore because God never seems to answer me.’  ‘I pray because people expect me to but I don’t really look for God’s answer.’  ‘I am so …

“She is one of the most courageous young women I know. Certainly, the most courageous young mother I know.” I am a woman, I am a mother, I am a daughter, I am a sister and I am also a wife and a daughter-in-law. I work. I earn. I provide for my family. I stay home when my son is …

As stories go, the one on the history of Singapore is hardly long and illustrious. But when compared to tales of economic success, the ones about Singapore can fill more than a few epic-sized tomes. Having morphed from a sleepy fishing village once known as Temasek, the ‘City of the Lion’ as it is commonly referred to, Singapore is today …

A man found a cocoon of a butterfly that he brought home. One day a small opening appeared in the cocoon. He sat and watched the cocoon for several hours as the butterfly struggled to force its body through that little hole. Then it seemed to stop making progress. It appeared as if the butterfly had gotten as far as …

Ingredients  1 tbsp chia seeds . cup coconut milk 4 dates (chopped) 1 tsp maple syrup (optional) 1 tsp coconut flakes (opitional) Directions  Soak chia seeds and chopped dates in coconut milk overnight or for a few hours in the refrigerator. Top with coconut flakes and a drizzle of maple syrup before serving. NUTRITION WISE  Chia seeds add a powerful …

Ingredients  1 cup semisweet dark chocolate (or vegan dark chocolate chips) 1 cup sunflower seed butter (or any nut butter) 1/2 cup coconut oil 1 tbsp brown sugar 1 cup cranberries (or other dried fruit) 1 cup almonds 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes Directions  Heat chocolate chips, coconut oil, sugar and nut butter till it all melts. Quickly mix in …

Ingredients  3 cups rice 1 cup split urad dal (skinless black gram) 1 tsp fenugreek seeds 1 tsp baking soda Olive or vegetable oil 1 cup peas 1 cup paneer, ricotta cheese or tofu (as per your choice) ½ onion Directions  Soak rice, urad dal and fenugreek in water for 6-8 hours or overnight. Keep at least 3 inches of …

Ingredients  4 cups cooked rice 2 lemons (juiced or 1/2 cup lemon juice) 1 onion (sliced) 1 tsp mustard seeds 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp chilli flakes 1.2 tsp turmeric ½ cup coriander (finely chopped) 1 tsp lemon zest 1 cup ripe mango (diced) 1 tsp salt 2 tsp olive oil or sesame oil 1 ½ cup cashew nuts (roasted) …