WEB PAGE TO SHARE IDEAS AND CONTRIBUTIONS FROM MEMBERS AND FRIENDS

Moving thoughts compiled and forwarded by our member 111, 156d2 Rachel (Leni) Koshy from Bareilly, U.P., India.
35 Ways to reduce stress is another contribution from her.
One more from Bareilly: Holy Humor is an interesting one.

A Morning Prayer submitted by family friend Mr. G. M. John. Hailing from an ancient family (Gurukkalmali Madam) of Karackal, Thiruvella, he lived in Delhi for a very long period and was a close associate of member 111, 156 Titus (Joy) and family. He is a strong supporter and contributor to this web site in many ways.
           Do you have the ticket? Another valuable contribution from Mr. G. M. John. This puzzle
          cum story is a very good a lesson for children. He has many more of these kind up his
          sleeves.
         Try these contact numbers for various emergency situations. These are more helpful than
         any help lines, the world can offer.
        
         'Coconut Tree' is another thought provoking article sent by Mr. G. M. John who has
         now settled in Kerala. Influenced by the new surroundings, he decided to write in
         Malayalam this time. Hope he will send its translated version very soon for our many 'English
         only readers'.

Christmas Love submitted by member 111, 15d1s1 Mathew (Satish) from Saudi Arabia.



7 Ups submitted by family friend Mr. Koshy Easo (Jayan) from Saudi Arabia. Being a man of wisdom, he is a guide to many around him. As a long time friend of the webmaster, he  was an inspiration to the creation of this site.

             Psalms 23, 'A Computerized Version' is another contribution from Mr. Koshy.

          Real Management, one more contribution from Mr. Koshy.
         
          I am one of the seven percent is another wonderful thought passed on by Mr. Koshy.  
   

A story about a king's four Wives is an interesting thought about a man's life. It was sent by Nibu, a friend of member Philip 111, 158, 1. Nibu is a student of Fr. Muller's Medical College  in Mangalore, India. 

Little Johny at his best is all about a smart kid. This contribution from a well wisher Tom Touch-River (Thodupuzha) is quite humorous. This new friend of member 111, 158 lives in Bahrain.



A Special Resume. This valuable contribution is from Nisha. She is the daughter of Susy and M. M. Kurian, family friends of member 111, 158. Nisha is a first rank holder of M. Pharm. Degree from Karnataka (2005) and married to Anish from Kunnamthanam, Mallappally. They live in Bangalore. Read this special resume submitted for your consideration.
 

Justin Sebastian, a family friend of member 111, 158 has sent a collection of letters written by small children. God is a friend to children and they can communicate with Him without any fear.  Read these interesting letters which may appear to be silly at first. But, these are more serious than most well prepared prayers.

Ten things God won't ask on that day.
This is a nice contribution from member 111, 156d1 Mary (Lata) Philip who keeps sending a lot of chain emails with such thought provoking messages.


James Chacko, a member of Palakunnathu family has published a book. He is a missionary stationed at Chandigarh with ministries in several parts of North India and the U.S.A. Read more about it below.
 

TRIP HOME
P. J. Isaac, a family friend of member 111, 158 sent this wonderful message.

The silversmith story. Another meaningful story sent by Sunny John, a family friend and relative of member 111, 15d1, s1.

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Maybe God wants us to meet a few wrong people before meeting the right one so that when we finally meet the right person, we will know how to be grateful for that gift. 

When the door of happiness closes, another opens, but often times we look so long at the closed door that we don't see the one which has been opened for us.    

The best kind of friend is the kind you can sit on a porch and swing with, never say a word, and then walk away feeling like it was the best conversation you've ever had.    

It's true that we don't know what we've got until we lose it, but it's also true that we don't know what we've been missing until it arrives.    

Giving someone all your love is never an assurance that they'll love you back! Don't expect love in return; just wait for it to grow in their heart but if it doesn't, be content it grew in yours. It takes only a minute to get a crush on someone, an hour to like someone, and a day to love someone, but it takes a lifetime to forget someone.    

Don't go for looks; they can deceive. Don't go for wealth; even that fades away. Go for someone who makes you smile because it takes only a smile to make a dark day seem bright. Find the one that makes your heart smile. 

There are moments in life when you miss someone so much that you just want to pick them from your dreams and hug them for real!

Dream what you want to dream; go where you want to go; be what you want to be, because you have only one life and one chance to do all the things you want to do.  

May you have enough happiness to make you sweet, enough trials to make you strong, enough sorrow to keep you human, enough hope to make you happy.  

Always put yourself in others' shoes. If you feel that it hurts you, it probably hurts the other person, too.

The happiest of people don't necessarily have the best of everything; they just make the most of everything that comes along their way.  

Happiness lies for those who cry, those who hurt, those who have searched, and those who have tried, for only they can appreciate the importance of people who have touched their lives. 

Love begins with a smile, grows with a kiss and ends with a tear. The brightest future will always be based on a forgotten past, you can't go on well in life until you let go of your past failures and heartaches.

When you were born, you were crying and everyone around you was smiling. Live your life so that when you die, you're the one who is smiling and everyone around you is crying.

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Lord Jesus,

For each step I take today, for each word I say today, for your divine guidance today, for your divine wisdom today, I surrender myself at your feet this morning.

Allow me today to see only those who you desire me to. Allow me today to speak only those words you desire me to. Allow me today to see only those you desire me to help. Allow me today to see only those you desire me to love. I surrender myself at your feet this morning.

Save me today Lord from sickness. Save me today Lord from accidents. Save me today Lord from all sins. Save me today Lord from all evil forces. I surrender myself at your feet this morning.

Shower upon me today your grace to deal with others as I wish others to me. Shower upon me today your gift to forgive others as I wish others to me. Shower upon me today your gracious love to control my thoughts, words and deeds. I surrender myself at your feet this morning.

Help me today to be kind to all. Help me today to be patient to all. Help me today to strengthen my faith in you. Help me today to strengthen my hope in you. I surrender myself at your feet this morning.

I thank you this morning for the life, for the home, for the food, for the clothing for all your love, kindness and gifts and above all for giving me your only son Jesus Christ to save me from this sinful life.

Carry me in your arms throughout this day. I surrender myself at your feet this morning.

[Submission by: G. M. John]

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CHRISTWAS LOVE

Each December, I vowed to make Christmas a calm and peaceful experience. I had cut back on nonessential obligations - extensive card writing, endless baking, decorating, and even overspending. Yet still, I found myself exhausted, unable to appreciate the precious family moments, and of course, the true meaning of Christmas.
My son, Nicholas, was in kindergarten that year. It was an exciting season for a six year old. For weeks, he'd been memorizing songs for his school's "Winter Pageant". I didn't have the heart to tell him I'd be working the night of the production. Unwilling to miss his shining moment, I spoke with his teacher. She assured me there'd be a dress rehearsal the morning of the presentation. All parents unable to attend that evening were welcome to come then.
Fortunately, Nicholas seemed happy with the compromise. So, the morning of the dress rehearsal, I filed in ten minutes early, found a spot on the cafeteria floor and sat down. Around the room, I saw several other parents quietly scampering to their seats. As I waited, the students were led into the room. Each class, accompanied by their teacher, sat cross-legged on the floor. Then, each group, one by one, rose to perform their song.
Because the public school system had long stopped referring to the holiday as "Christmas," I didn't expect anything other than fun, commercial entertainment - songs of reindeer, Santa Claus, snowflakes and good cheer. So, when my son's class rose to sing, "Christmas Love," I was slightly taken aback by its bold title. Nicholas was aglow, as were all of his classmates, adorned in fuzzy mittens, red sweaters, and bright snowcaps upon their heads. Those in the front row- center stage - held up large letters, one by one, to spell out the title of the song.
As the class would sing "C is for Christmas," a child would hold up the letter C. Then, "H is for Happy," and on and on, until each child holding up his portion had presented the complete message, "Christmas Love." The performance was going smoothly, until suddenly, we noticed her; a small, quiet, girl in the front row holding the letter "M" upside down - totally unaware her letter "M" appeared as a "W".
The audience of 1st through 6th graders snickered at this little one's mistake. But she had no idea they were laughing at her, so she stood tall, proudly holding her "W". Although many teachers tried to shush the children, the laughter continued until the last letter was raised, and we all saw it together. A hush came over the audience and eyes began to widen. In that instant, we understood - the reason we were there, why we celebrated the holiday in the first place, why even in the chaos, there was a purpose for our festivities. For when the last letter was held high, the message read loud and clear:

 CHRIST WAS LOVE

 Author unknown; submitted by member 111, 15d1s1 P. G. Mathew (Satish)
Did you read the title "right" first time? Most likely, you did not.
 

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The 7 Ups 

[Author unknown; submitted by Koshy Easo]

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Psalms 23, 'A Computerized Version'

The Lord is my programmer; I shall not crash.

He installed His software on the hard disk of my heart; all of His commands are user-friendly.

His directory guides me to the right choices for His name's sake.

Even though I scroll through the problems of life, I will fear no bugs, for He is my backup.

His password protects me.

He prepares a menu before me in the presence of my enemies.

His help is only a keystroke away.

Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all days of my life, and my file will be merged with His and saved forever.

Amen.

[Author unknown; submitted by Koshy Easo]

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35 WAYS TO REDUCE STRESS

1. Pray. 
2. Go to bed on time. 
3. Get up on time so you can start the day unrushed. 
4. Say "No" to projects that won't fit into your time schedule, or that will compromise your mental health 
5. Delegate tasks to capable others. 
6. Simplify and un-clutter your life. 
7. Less is more. (Although one is often not enough, two are often too many.) 
8. Allow extra time to do things and to get to places. 
9. Pace yourself. Spread out big changes and difficult projects over time; don't lump the hard things all together. 
10. Take one day at a time. 

11. Separate worries from concerns. If a situation is a concern find out what God would have to do and let go of the anxiety.
      If you can't do anything about a situation ... forget it. 
12. Live within your budget; don't use credit cards for ordinary purchases. 
13. Have backups; an extra car key in your wallet, an extra house key buried in the garden, extra stamps, etc., 
14. K.M.S. (Keep Mouth Shut). This single piece of advice can prevent an enormous amount of trouble. 
15. Do something for the Kid in You everyday. 
16. Get enough exercise. 
17. Eat right. 
18. Get organized so everything has its place. 
19. Listen to a tape while driving that can help improve your quality of life. 
20. Write thoughts and inspirations down. 
21. Every day, find time to be alone. 
22. Having problems? Talk to God on the spot. Try to nip small problems in the bud. 
      Don't wait until it's time to go to bed to try and pray. 
23. Make friends with Godly people. 
24. Keep a folder of favorite scriptures on hand. 
25. Remember that the shortest bridge between despair and hope is often a good "Thank you, God!" 
26. Laugh. 
27. Laugh some more! 
28. Take your work seriously, but yourself not at all. 
29. Develop a forgiving attitude (most people are doing the best they can). 
30. Be kind to unkind people (they probably need it the most). 
31. Sit on your ego. 
32. Talk less; listen more. 
33. Slow down. 
34. Remind yourself that you are not the general manager of the universe. 
35. Every night before bed, think of one thing you're grateful for that you've never been grateful for before. 
      GOD HAS A WAY OF TURNING THINGS AROUND FOR YOU. 

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How well do you tackle problems that obstruct your way? Observe how one master does it...

Laloo talks to his son.

Laloo: I want you to marry a girl of my choice

Son: I want to choose my own bride.

Laloo: But the girl is Ambani's daughter.

Son: Well, in that case... I can consider the idea..

Next Laloo approaches Ambani.

Laloo: I have a husband for your daughter.

Ambani: But my daughter is too young to marry.

Laloo: But this young man is a vice president of the World Bank.

Ambani: Ah, in that case...I can give it a thought.

Finally Laloo goes to see the president of the World Bank.

Laloo: I have a young man to be recommended as a vice president.

President: But I already have more vice presidents than I need.

Laloo:  But this young man is Ambani's son-in-law.

President: Really ? in that case I will certainly think on it...

This is called Real Management .......

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1. There was a church that had problems with outsiders parking in its parking lots, so they put up a sign:
    Church Car Park - For Members Only. Trespassers will be baptized!
2. "No God - No Peace.   Know God - Know Peace."
3. "Free Trip to heaven.  Details Inside!" 
4. "Try our Sundays. They are better than Baskin Robbins."
5. "Searching for a new look?  Have your faith lifted here!"
6. An ad for one Church has a picture of two hands holding stone tablets on which the Ten Commandments are inscribed
    and a headline that reads: "For fast, fast, fast relief, take two tablets."
7. When the restaurant next to another Church put out a big sign with red letters that said, "Open Sundays," The church
    reciprocated with its own message: "We are open on Sundays, too."
8. "People are like tea bags -- you have to put them in hot water before you know how strong they are."
9. "Fight truth decay -- study the Bible daily."
10."How will you spend eternity - Smoking or Nonsmoking?"

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TEN THINGS GOD WON'T ASK ON THAT DAY.

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 A pastor had been on a long flight between church conferences. The first warning of the approaching problems came when the sign on the airplane flashed on: Fasten Your Seat Belts. Then, after a while, a calm voice said, "We shall not be serving the beverages at this time as we are expecting a little turbulence. Please be sure your seat belt is fastened." As the pastor looked around the aircraft, it became obvious that many of the passengers were becoming apprehensive. Later, the voice on the intercom said, "We are so sorry that we are unable to serve the meal at this time. The turbulence is still ahead of us." And then the storm broke . . . The ominous cracks of thunder could be heard even above the roar of the engines. Lightning! Lit up the darkening skies, and within moments that great plane was like a cork tossed around on a celestial ocean. One moment the airplane was lifted on terrific currents of air; the next, it dropped as it were about to crash. The pastor confessed that he shared the discomfort and fear of those around him. He said, "As I looked around the plane, I could see that nearly all the passengers were upset and alarmed. Some were praying. The future seemed ominous and many were wondering if they would make it through the storm. "Then, I suddenly saw a little girl. Apparently the storm meant nothing to her. She had tucked her feet beneath her as she sat on her seat; she was reading a book and every thing within her small world was calm and orderly. "Sometimes she closed her eyes, then she would read again; then she would straighten her legs, but worry and fear were not in her world. When the plane was being buffeted by the terrible storm when it lurched this way and that, as it rose and fell with frightening Severity, when all the adults were scared half to death, that marvelous child was completely composed and unafraid." The minister could hardly believe his eyes.

It was not surprising therefore, that when the plane finally reached its destination and all the passengers were hurrying to disembark, our pastor lingered to speak to the girl whom he had watched for such a long time. Having commented about the storm and the behavior of the plane, he asked why she had not been afraid. The child replied, "Cause my Daddy's the pilot, and he's taking me home."

There are many kinds of storms that buffet us. Physical, mental, financial, domestic, and many other storms can easily and quickly darken our skies and throw our plane into apparently uncontrollable movement. We have all known such times, and let us be honest and confess, it is much easier to be at rest when our feet are on the ground than when we are being tossed about a darkened sky.
Let us remember: Our Father is the Pilot. He is in control and taking us home. Don't worry!
 

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