The King will reply, “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.” Matthew 25:40
Most of us would also be able to count quite a few friends and family members who have passed through the portals of such great Christian educational and medical institutions. As benefactors of such excellent service and influence, we also have the responsibility to support and strengthen these institutions and also focus on building newer Christ-centered educational, medical and vocational institutions.
We have been gifted with many well-known and sought-after schools, colleges and hospitals left behind as a legacy from various missionary organizations of the past. Actively participating in building our christian educational institutions and medical facilities requires dedicated, God-fearing, mission-minded people to choose careers in these institutions and come with a commitment to nurture the younger generation and build the future of our nation.
We find that Nehemiah was moved to tears when he heard about Jerusalem’s broken walls. Nehemiah 1:4 records “When I heard this, I sat down and wept. In fact, for days I mourned, fasted and prayed to the God of heaven.” Then Nehemiah sought the Lord’s mighty hand and guidance as he earned to re-build Jerusalem. He gave up his favorable, comfortable and well-paying job as a cup-bearer in the King Artaxerxes’ palace to go and rebuild Jerusalem.
It may be easy for us or our children to study in these institutions, excel in their specializations and move to a foreign country for better prospects and prosperity. But God has left us with a great legacy and the responsibility to safe guard it, enhance it, rise to modern day challenges and continue to influence, mould and prepare for the Master’s use, a young generation who will build a godly nation. So let us pray for God’s guidance as we choose our careers or council our children or youth on career choices to:
A god fearing and dedicated youth can rise up as thought-leaders, influencers, nation-builders in their respective workplaces and spheres of influence, living as “Salt” and “Light” of the world. May the Lord lead us as we yield to His calling and help us serve our community according to His will. Amen.
Introduction
During the recent visit of our President Mr. Ram Nath Kovind to Madras University on the 5th of May, he recognized the contribution of Madras University in the field of education and acknowledged that 6 of the past Presidents of India were its alma matter. No other university can lay claim to such a great honor! Another fact, not given as much attention that day, is the fact that four of our past Presidents namely Dr. Radhakrishnan, R.Venkataramanan, K.R. Narayanan, and Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam were alma matter of various Christian colleges and schools.
Most of us would also be able to count quite a few friends and family members who have passed through the portals of such great Christian educational and medical institutions. As benefactors of such excellent service and influence, we also have the responsibility to support and strengthen these institutions and also focus on building newer Christ-centered educational, medical and vocational institutions.
Making a difference
Young minds are often influenced by the ideologies and philosophy that challenge them. These form the basis for their convictions and form pathways for their future journey and success in life. So it is imperative that christian institutions remain true to their calling and sow the seed of faith and integrity in these young minds. Proverbs 22:6 rightly points out the impressibility of young minds: “Train up a child in that way that he should go and even when he is old he will not turn from it”We have been gifted with many well-known and sought-after schools, colleges and hospitals left behind as a legacy from various missionary organizations of the past. Actively participating in building our christian educational institutions and medical facilities requires dedicated, God-fearing, mission-minded people to choose careers in these institutions and come with a commitment to nurture the younger generation and build the future of our nation.
We find that Nehemiah was moved to tears when he heard about Jerusalem’s broken walls. Nehemiah 1:4 records “When I heard this, I sat down and wept. In fact, for days I mourned, fasted and prayed to the God of heaven.” Then Nehemiah sought the Lord’s mighty hand and guidance as he earned to re-build Jerusalem. He gave up his favorable, comfortable and well-paying job as a cup-bearer in the King Artaxerxes’ palace to go and rebuild Jerusalem.
It may be easy for us or our children to study in these institutions, excel in their specializations and move to a foreign country for better prospects and prosperity. But God has left us with a great legacy and the responsibility to safe guard it, enhance it, rise to modern day challenges and continue to influence, mould and prepare for the Master’s use, a young generation who will build a godly nation. So let us pray for God’s guidance as we choose our careers or council our children or youth on career choices to:
- Seek God’s will for our career
- Remember our roots
- Contribute to build our Christian institutions and our nation
- And honor our Lord!
A god fearing and dedicated youth can rise up as thought-leaders, influencers, nation-builders in their respective workplaces and spheres of influence, living as “Salt” and “Light” of the world. May the Lord lead us as we yield to His calling and help us serve our community according to His will. Amen.
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