We recall the very first question God ever uttered in the Bible. In Genesis 3:9, when Adam and Eve had disobeyed and were in hiding, God asked, “Where are you?” Now, let me share that this one does not originate from God’s lack of knowledge. It’s like the all-knowing God didn’t know where Adam was. …
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A Poem by B.J. Emmanuel Raj, an alumnus of the United Theological College, Bengaluru, belonging to C.S.I. Rayalaseema Diocese, Andhra Pradesh.
“When we walk without the Cross, when we build without the Cross, and when we proclaim Christ without the Cross, we are not disciples of the Lord. We are worldly. We may be bishops, priests, cardinals, popes, all of this, but we are not disciples of the Lord.” These words of Pope Francis confront the …
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The announcement of the Jubilee in the Bible was done with sounding of trumpets throughout the land, similar to the present-day announcements of celebrations through various media. However, in their context, it was not an announcement of their great achievements or past glory but rather it was the announcement of confession and liberation. Leviticus 25: …
The word ‘Jubilee’ brings to our mind celebrations of past glory, seasons of festivity, extravagance, joyous expressions and similar activities and feelings. There is a tendency to forget the past and indulge in the present luxurious expressions. Many use such occasions to hide or forget the present pain or sorrow or failures under well camouflaged …
King Ahaz of Judah faced the intimidating Syro-Ephramite alliance marching out to defeat him. The sign of deliverance that the Lord gave him through the prophet Isaiah was, “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel” (Isaiah 7:14, NIV). However, to Ahaz, this radical alternative brought no comfort. …
In the housing society where I live, there are only a handful of Christians. However, many more families hang up Christmas stars, and the society management consistently organises a combined function celebrating both Christmas and New Year’s Eve. While no spiritual content is present in these celebrations, this practice subtly mainstreams Christianity and Christians at …
Art, for many, is viewed as entertainment, an escape, or a relaxing hobby. But could it hold a greater purpose, especially in serving God? This was a notion most of us student artists dismissed before attending the TRACI Art Residency organized by Art for Change. The residency, a collaboration between the Theological Research and Communication …
We spend a third of our lives in the workplace, so it’s important to get the workplace right. As Christians we know the ideal workplace would be fashioned after God’s own work and instructions about work. God created, delighted in His work, and rested. He delegated the ongoing work of stewarding creation to humans to …
KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM TRACI REFLECTION: “CASTE CONUNDRUM: CHURCH – COMPLICIT OR CATALYST FOR CHANGE? On the 26th of July 2024, the Theological Research and Communication Institute (TRACI), grappled the pressing issue of caste within the church and society in its ongoing Reflection series. The reflection featured a panel of distinguished speakers who shared their insights …
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