In His Time.......... with P.Ramachandran

"He trains my hands for battle; my arms can bend a bow of bronze."  -  Psalm 18:34 Before any instrument is used in battle, it must be  crafted, tested, and sharpened . A dull sword is dangerous to its wielder; it can’t fulfill its purpose. In the same way, before God uses His children in significant ways, He takes them through a season of preparation—a process that often feels hidden, slow, and painful. But it’s in this season that we are  sharpened for service . Moses: Qualified, but not yet ready.  Moses was raised in Pharaoh’s palace, educated, and influential. By the world’s standard, he was more than ready to lead. But  God didn’t send him into ministry from the palace—He sent him to the pasture .   For 40 years, Moses lived in the wilderness tending sheep. Why? Because before he could lead God's people out of Egypt, he had to be  emptied of self-reliance and filled with God-dependence . God had to mould the man before He could move through ...

Jeya and I went to Klang, Malaysia, from 1-3 Apr. The main purpose of the visit to was see Sis Usha, Pst Pathi's wife, who had a serious accident at home and underwent a major head surgery. As usual Pst Stephen Chandran and his wife Flora came to pick us from the airport, even though we arrived past 10:00PM. We have become like family over the years and was indeed a joy to see them again.  On 2 Apr morning, we visited Sis Usha. Pst Pathi is the Missions Pastor of HighPointe Life and we have partnered together on number of occasions in the mission field. Both husband and wife are truly committed to the Lord and to His Kingdom. Both have been with us on missions trips and they themselves are overseeing a big church planting movement in India.  Sis Usha is indeed a walking miracle. By God's grace, she is recovering well, she is able to recognised and remember a lot of things and on the road to full recovery. Anyone in the medical field will tell you that this is indeed ...

1 John 2:1  - "My dear children, I am writing this to you so that you will not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate who pleads our case before the Father. He is Jesus Christ, the one who is truly righteous." Many believers wrestle with questions about sin and forgiveness. "What happens if I sin and then die before I have the opportunity to confess?" "What if I forget to confess a sin—does that mean I am not forgiven?" These concerns, while understandable, stem from a misunderstanding of the foundation of our salvation. Our salvation is not based on our ability to perfectly confess every sin, but on the finished work of Jesus Christ on the cross. When we place our faith in Him, we are forgiven—past, present, and future. This is what is known as  positional forgiveness —we are declared righteous before God because of Christ's righteousness, not our own (2 Corinthians 5:21). This does not mean that we should take sin lightly. John encourages u...

On 30 Mar, Bishop Samuel Sharma and the students in the PEC School of Ministry, conducted a one day children's program for about 300 children in Assam. They travelled about 3 hrs to Assam and conducted the program in one of our PEC churches there. A great initiative and a new beginning for the students. For many this was a first time experience. Preparing for the children's program, It's a joy to see our tuition centres in Assam producing fruits. They had many activites. Songs, Bible stories, handicraft and games. The kids really enjoyed the program. Many came from non-christian homes. Of course the kids also had a great meal.   I am indeed thankful to see how the ministry has grown in NE India. From humble beginnings to what it is today. Now they are funding their own projects, their own children ministry trainers and more importantly doing the work on the ground seriously. In the days to come we will see a harvest of young people ready for baptism an...

Mark 4:1 - Again Jesus began to teach by the lake.  The crowd that gathered around him was so large that he got into a boat and sat in it out on the lake, while all the people were along the shore at the water’s edge. In the study of scripture, it is common—at least for me—to overlook or skim through seemingly minor elements such as adverbs, conjunctions, and prepositions. While they may appear insignificant in a cursory reading, a closer examination often reveals their critical role in shaping meaning, nuance, and theological interpretation. I am convinced that these seemingly innocent words were intentionally placed by the Holy Spirit to provide deeper insight into the context. These subtle linguistic cues can alter the emphasis of a passage, clarify relationships between ideas, or even shift doctrinal understanding. Recognising their importance deepens one’s comprehension and allows for a more precise and insightful engagement with the text. The word "again" in Mark 4:1 c...

"Another time Jesus went into the synagogue, and a man with a shrivelled hand was there. Some of them were looking for a reason to accuse Jesus, so they watched him closely to see if he would heal him on the Sabbath."  – Mark 3:1-2 (NIV)   Throughout Jesus’ ministry, there existed a relentless opposition—those who meticulously scrutinised His every action, not to understand or receive, but to condemn and accuse. The Pharisees, bound by their rigid interpretation of the law, failed to perceive its deeper purpose: to reveal God’s justice, mercy, and love (Matthew 23:23). Their obsession with legalistic observance blinded them to the very heart of the lawgiver Himself. This pattern of resistance was not unique to Jesus; Paul too was relentlessly pursued by adversaries who sought to undermine the gospel of grace (2 Corinthians 11:24-26, Galatians 2:4). Even today, those who labour for the kingdom of God will inevitably face opposition, slander, and persecution (John 15:18-20, 2 T...

What is the Church? The church is not a building; it is the body of believers who follow Christ. Jesus established His church to carry out His mission on earth. In Matthew 16:18, He declared, “I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” The church is God’s instrument to spread the gospel, disciple believers, and reflect His love to the world. Why did Jesus leave the church behind? Before ascending to heaven, Jesus commissioned His followers to continue His work (Matthew 28:19-20). The church was left behind to glorify God, make disciples, and be a light in a dark world. Acts 2:42-47 paints a beautiful picture of the early church—passionate, unified, and committed to the Lord’s mission. Their lives revolved around Christ, and the impact they made was undeniable. But what was their purpose? And how does it shape the church today? The Church exists to be a blessing The early believers did not exist for themselves. They shared everything they had, ensuring ...

We had a wonderful trip to Odisha. Altogether there were 8 of us on this trip. Two brothers came from Brazil and they wanted to see what and how we were doing the work in this state. Bishop Anjan and his family took good are of us. We had the privilege to be with the children of the Shadrach Home. Some of them are in their late teens and it's about joy to se how they have grown physically and spiritually.  Although it was a very hectic trip. we were able to see the work and how it has grown.  We also visited Utesi village, where the people were still very backward. Good to see how they are making  progress.  I am grateful to everyone who joined us on this trip, especially the two brothers from Brazil. It took them two days just to get to India. Really appreciate their passion and sacrifice. Most importantly we thank God for all the sponsors who have contributed all these years to the work. May the Lord bless them richly. PS: If you need the full report...

2 Chronicles 20:12 -  Our God, will you not judge them?  For we have no power to face this vast army that is attacking us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you. ” Life often presents battles that seem overwhelming, leaving us feeling uncertain and powerless. These struggles can take many forms—financial hardships, illness, emotional turmoil, or psychological burdens—the list is endless. In such moments of uncertainty, the pressing question remains:   What do we do when we don’t know what to do? In   2 Chronicles 20 , King Jehoshaphat found himself in a similar crisis. Though he was a righteous king devoted to spiritual renewal, he had previously stumbled by aligning himself with King Ahab. Yet, in God’s mercy, his past failures did not define his future. As he turned back to the Lord, an enemy arose against him. This is a pattern we often see in our own lives—just when we commit ourselves to walking in obedience and drawing closer to God, the enemy, who...

"Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing."  — Luke 23:34 One of the virtues I have struggled with recently is   forgiveness . I am sure many of us have faced similar situations—times when someone we trusted betrayed us, spoke ill of us behind our backs, or committed an act so painful that it felt impossible to move on. How do you forgive when the wound is deep? How do you let go when your heart is filled with hurt, anger, and disappointment? When we are wronged, our natural response is often to hold on to the pain, seek justice, or even desire revenge. We tell ourselves that forgiveness means letting the offender go unpunished or excusing their actions. But the truth is,   forgiveness is not about the other person—it is about our own hearts . In His greatest moment of suffering on the cross, Jesus did the unthinkable—He forgave. He had been beaten, mocked, and crucified by the very people He came to save. He had every right to call down judgment, ye...