Standard 5 – Page 2

Don’t get caught up and unaware of the realities of life.

by John T. Eapen / On December 18, 2022 / In Standard 5

Do you know what happens on your funeral day? That is why a wise man wrote "Vanity of vanities, saith the Preacher, vanity of vanities; all is vanity. (Ecclesiastes 1:2). Whatever one gains in life must be left behind, and the world must be left behind. In spite of the seemingly hopeless situation, one can have hope of a life after death. The very meaning of Christmas is hope for mankind. Listen...

FORCE MAJEURE by Nathan Andrews

by John T. Eapen / On November 26, 2022 / In Standard 5

Force majeure is a French term used in all contracts, and Mr. Nathan Andrews explains the term in a lucid manner through this video. This video reminded me of the words our risen Lord Jesus Christ spoke to the 11 disciples present just before his ascension to heaven: "All power is given unto me in heaven and on earth" (Matthew 28:18, KJV). In the marketplace, we often think that proper planning...

Doctors require due compensation

by John T. Eapen / On November 1, 2021 / In Standard 5

A thought provoking post by Dr. Sangeeta Pikale, Mumbai.. I asked my Bai at home, if I pay you for 1 day then at least one more day in 15 days you should work free for me ie no pay yet work, she looked at me as if I was drunk ..... Rear more

Where is God in the pandemic time?

by John T. Eapen / On May 4, 2021 / In Standard 5

We believe Creator or Almighty God is omniscient, omnipotent, omnipresent and Benevolent. We believe God created everything, including man. When we face some difficult situation in life, it is but natural to think why obstacles and suffering come our way. These are questions may not have an immediate answer and it requires a fairly longer time to understand. Often, the sufferings help us...