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You are valuable to God

"A re not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows."—  Luke 12:6–7 There are some words of Jesus that are comforting because they are gentle. There are others that are comforting because they remind us of who God is. And then there are words like these, words that speak directly into our fears. Jesus was speaking to His disciples at a time when following Him would not necessarily be easy or safe. He was preparing them for opposition, rejection and persecution. Earlier in the passage, Jesus warns them: "Beware of the yeast of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy."  (Luke 12:1) He then tells them that they should not be afraid of those who can kill the body but cannot do anything more. "Do not be afraid of those who kill the body and after that can do no more."  (Luke 12:4) Instead: "Fear him who, after your b...

To the land of the pharaohs.

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I’m back at Changi Airport again, this time, I’m heading to Cairo for a conference. Over the past few years, I’ve had the privilege of making some wonderful friends there, and I’m really looking forward to seeing them again, reconnecting, and sharing what God has in store for this time together. Grateful for another opportunity to travel, serve, and build relationships for the Kingdom. ✈️🙏

Appeal for Clean Water – Borewell Project

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Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Greetings in the blessed name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. One of the greatest challenges facing many rural villages in India is the lack of access to clean and safe drinking water. Every day, women and children walk long distances to fetch water for drinking, cooking, and their daily needs. During the hot summer months, many wells and water sources dry up, making this struggle even more severe. Access to clean water is more than a convenience—it is a basic necessity of life. A single borewell can transform an entire village. It provides a reliable source of clean drinking water, improves the health of families, reduces waterborne diseases, allows children to spend more time in school instead of collecting water, and brings hope and dignity to the entire community. Many of our pastors serving in remote villages regularly appeal for help to provide borewells for their communities. We are unable to meet every request, and many villages conti...

Flood relief appeal for Assam

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Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." – Galatians 6:2   Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,   Greetings in the precious name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.   Assam is once again experiencing devastating floods, affecting thousands of families across many districts. Homes have been submerged, crops destroyed, livestock lost, and countless people have been displaced.          Many families have been left with nothing and are struggling to obtain food, clean drinking water, clothing, and other basic necessities.         As followers of Christ, we are called to demonstrate God's love through practical acts of compassion. In times of crisis, the Church must become the hands and feet of Jesus, bringing hope, comfort, and relief to those who are suffering.   Our relief goal   TEAM2819, together with PEM International – North East India, is launching an emergency relief proje...

Sunday morning service

This morning spoke at Singapore Charismatic church. This is the summary that the church leader recorded. ======================== Date: 02-08-26 Preacher: Rev Ramachandran Title: Jonah, An Unwilling Missionary On The Run - God’s Agenda or mine? Jonah, An Unwilling Missionary On The Run - God’s Agenda or mine? It is not often one gets to listen to a sermon that is based on the book written by the speaker himself and the congregation had that privilege this morning. The biblical reference was from Jonah 1:1-3. Ps Rama based his sermon on 3 aspects: the historical perspective, the biblical narrative and the personal derivative. For this write-up my focus will be the personal derivative as I feel that would be most relevant to continue the work of Jesus. However, under the historical perspective, Ps Rama shared that the place that God directed Jonah to go, Ninevah, is now known as Mosul. It was here in July 2015 that ISIS issued a decree to the 100000 Christians living there to leave or fa...

Flight delays

On my journey home, my travel plans took an unexpected turn. Due to severe weather in Denver, one of my transit points, all connecting flights were delayed, and my departure had to be postponed until the following morning. While delays are never convenient, I was reminded once again that God is always in control. It was a timely reminder of Romans 8:28:  "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him." The next morning, everything fell into place. My flights departed on schedule, the connections were smooth, and I arrived safely in Singapore after a fruitful and blessed mission trip. As I reflect on this journey, I am grateful not only for God's protection throughout my travels but also for the privilege of serving Him. Every delay, every challenge, and every blessing is part of His perfect plan. To God be all the glory!

Reflections as I leave Kansas

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As I sit in the terminal at Wichita Airport, waiting for my flight home, my heart is filled with gratitude. The past few days at the Missions Conference at Emmaus Church have been a tremendous blessing, leaving me deeply encouraged, refreshed, and inspired. It has been a privilege to witness a church with such a strong heart for missions. Seeing so many missionaries gathered under one roof was a beautiful reminder that God's mission continues through ordinary people who have answered His extraordinary call. There was a genuine sense of partnership in the gospel, and it was evident that missions is not simply an annual event at Emmaus Church, it is woven into the very fabric of the church's life. One aspect that particularly stood out to me was the intentional involvement of the children. To see them actively participating in the Missions Conference was both refreshing and inspiring. I have rarely seen a church place such an emphasis on helping the next generation understand and...