The Lord—Our Stronghold in Trouble

Beloved children of God in Christ, I greet you all in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. I am delighted to meet you through this Auspicious word on this March 13th. May God bless you.

What is the Auspicious word for us today? Let us read from the book of the prophet Book of Nahum 1:7: “The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble.”

Some of you may have woken up this morning saying, “I am in a critical situation. I am stuck in a serious problem. Who will bring me out of this crisis? How will I escape from this trouble?” If you are thinking like that, here is the answer from the Word of God.

“The Lord is good; He is a stronghold in the day of trouble.”

This means that the Lord Himself will protect you in times of trouble. No matter what evil people plan against you—whether they try to harm you through hatred, revenge, or even through witchcraft or black magic—the Lord will protect you.

The Word of the Lord will surround you like a protective fence and keep you safe. Do not worry about any deadly attack or evil plan. Even if many people try to harm you through evil means, you need not fear. According to this promise, in times of trouble the Lord will be your stronghold and protection.

Testimony

A sister shared this testimony: “I participated in the Kumari Blessing Meeting held on January 15th, 16th, and 17th at Scott Christian College. I attended all three days. On the second day I came with many expectations. During the meeting Brother Stephen prayed and shared a Mangala Vaarthai.

At that time I did not fully understand the meaning of the prayer.

Later, my college friends organized a reunion gathering for senior citizens aged around 50 years at Thekkady. Thirteen of us travelled together in a van for sightseeing. On the way, the van developed a problem and stopped midway. The driver told us to remain inside while he checked the problem.

But I said it might take time, so we should get down and wait outside until it was repaired. I took my suitcase and got down. Seeing me, the others also got down with their suitcases. We walked a little distance away.

When the driver opened the bonnet, suddenly the petrol tank burst and caught fire. Within minutes the van was burning intensely and was completely engulfed in flames.

Only then I remembered the words spoken during the prayer. Those words did not save me alone but also saved the thirteen people who were with me and who did not even know Jesus. This news was even shown on Manorama News, where the video of the burning van was displayed.”

See how the Lord protected them. That sister had come to the meeting expecting something else. But during the individual prayer the Lord gave her a Mangala Vaarthai. The very next day, when she went out with her friends, that word protected not only her but all thirteen people who were with her.

The driver had asked them to remain inside the van. If they had stayed inside, their lives could have been in danger. But because of the promise given by the Lord, they came out of the van, and soon after that the vehicle burned completely.

Children of God, see how the Lord protects those who receive His word. Not only that sister but also her friends were saved.

Prayer

Loving Lord, we thank You. Today we meditated on the word: “The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble.” According to this promise, for all those —during times of crisis, danger, sickness, loneliness, or accidents—be their stronghold and prove to them that You are a good God.

Even today, look upon the children who are celebrating their birthday or wedding anniversary. May this word be fulfilled in their lives.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Strength and Success Through God’s Promise

Beloved children of God in Christ, I greet and bless you all in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. I am delighted to meet you all this March 12th through this Auspicious word. May God bless you.

This morning, what is the Auspicious word the Lord has for us? Let us read from Book of Malachi 4:2: “You shall go out and grow fat like stall-fed calves.”

After you read this Auspicious word, you will all go out to do your daily tasks. According to today’s promise, you shall go out and grow fat like stall-fed calves. This means that great strength will come into your body.

Just as stall-fed calves grow strong and healthy, in the same way God will bring growth in your life. Those whose businesses have been shrinking will see growth. There will be growth in your business, ministry, studies, work, and every action you take.

Some of you may be saying, “I am not able to wake up in the morning and do anything. My body is not cooperating. Today I have an important project to complete, but I am unable to go. I have an important meeting today, but because of this weakness I cannot attend it.”

Some may say, “Today is an important day. If I go, this work will be completed or my bank work will be done. But today my body feels weak.”

Many children of God want to go for an important matter, but because their body is not cooperating they remain seated at home.

Some say their body is weak, while others say their heart is weak. They feel burdened, troubled, and discouraged. They feel no interest in eating, going out, or doing anything. They think, “Many times I tried before and failed. Even if I go today, it may end in failure again.”

Children of God who are feeling discouraged today—go forward with hope in the Word of God. According to this promise, you will grow strong like stall-fed calves, and the matter you go for will succeed.

Until yesterday there may have been failure, but do not remain discouraged. With the little strength you have, get ready and go. The Lord says, “Am I not the one sending you? I will be with you and do great things.”

The tiredness in your body will change. After hearing the testimony and prayer today, the Lord will break the bodily bondages and help you accomplish great things.

Testimony

A brother shared this testimony: “My friend and I participated in the APO meeting conducted in August. We went to Leviticus Ed Tech, which is my daughter Steffy’s overseas education consultancy, and enquired whether they could arrange foreign jobs for us.

The staff there explained that it was not a company that sends people abroad for jobs but an institution that arranges overseas education.

My friend was not from a Christian family, but I told him, ‘We have come this far; why don’t we attend the meeting before leaving?’ So he joined me and attended the meeting. During the individual prayer with Brother Stephen, he said, ‘The Lord will give you your heart’s desire and fulfil all your plans.’ He blessed us with this Mangala Vaarthai.

Later, on January 5th, 2026, a door opened for me to work in a company in Dubai. I thank the Lord who performed this miracle and the beloved brother who prayed for me.”

See how the Lord worked. They initially came expecting to find a job opportunity, but instead they attended the meeting and received the Mangala Vaarthai. Through the Lord’s word, the door opened and today he is settled in the country he desired.

Prayer

Loving Lord, we thank You. Even now, those who feel hesitant to go out, or who feel weak and discouraged—according to Your word, “You shall grow fat like stall-fed calves.”

I place this word upon the head of every child and bless them wholeheartedly. Let this word give them strength in their heart and body. Wherever they go today, let all the matters they attend become successful.
Even if they go with little strength, let them return like strong stall-fed calves—successful and victorious in all the tasks they undertake. Lord, be gracious and grant them victory. Thank You for these mercies, Lord.

Even today, look upon the children who are celebrating their birthday or wedding anniversary. May this word be fulfilled in their lives. May the Lord perform wonders. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

The Lord Breaks Every Hindrance

Beloved children of God in Christ, I greet and bless you all in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. I am delighted to meet you all this March 11th through this Auspicious word. May God bless you.

Let us read the book of the prophet Micah 2:13: “The One who breaks open the way will go up before them.”

You were saying, “hindrance, hindrance, hindrance.” But today the Lord who removes hindrances and performs miracles is going before you. After reading this Auspicious word, you may get ready, take your bath, have breakfast, and leave for your work. But from the moment you hear this word, the Lord will go before you. Why? To break the hindrances you may face in the tasks you are going to do today.

Some may be thinking, “Today I am going to see a groom for my daughter or a bride for my son.” Some may say, “I am going for a job interview, a property case, or an enquiry at my workplace.” Others may say, “Today I have an important medical check-up.” Whatever plans you have today, the tasks you go for will prosper. Your journey will prosper. Whatever hindrances the devil planned to bring, the Lord will break them.

I have heard many people say, “We have been planning for a child for many years, but whenever we plan, a hindrance comes. On that very day, some weakness comes, or suddenly a fight happens between us. Sometimes urgent work comes up unexpectedly.” Like this, every time they plan for a child, there is a hindrance.

Today the Lord is breaking those hindrances and making your plans prosper. I bless you in the name of the Lord.

Some also face marriage hindrances. Many people say they will come, or that they will give a reply, but they never return with an answer. Children of God are facing many such problems. Therefore, I bless you today with this word:

“The One who breaks open the way will go up before you.”

According to this word, He is not simply going before you—He is going before you to break the barriers and perform miracles.

Testimony

One sister sent an email to Brother Stephen asking him to pray that all her marriage hindrances would be removed and that her marriage would happen soon. Brother Stephen prayed and replied that the Lord would make everything beautiful in His time.

After receiving that email, through a family friend they received the biodata of a groom named Michael. Their parents spoke and arranged the marriage. On November 15th, 2025, the marriage took place joyfully and beautifully.

Her husband was working in America, but there were many hindrances in getting her visa to join him. At that time, they again sent an email to Brother Stephen. He prayed and sent a Mangala Vaarthai verse. They claimed that verse and prayed. By the grace and mercy of God, the entire visa process was completed successfully. Her visa was stamped on December 25th, and on January 24th, 2026, she travelled with her husband to America.

Prayer

Loving Lord, we thank You. In Jesus’ name I greet and bless all my children. May the gracious hand of God rest upon them. whether it is marriage hindrance, job hindrance, court case problems, or any other obstacle—Lord, break those hindrances today and perform a miracle.
Thank You for making Your children live in peace. Even today, look upon those children who are celebrating their birthday and wedding day. According to this verse, I bless them. May this word be fulfilled in their lives from this day.

Blessings from Zion

Beloved children of God in Christ, I greet and bless you all in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. I am delighted to meet you this March 10th through this Auspicious word. May God bless you.

What is the Auspicious word for us today? Let us read from Book of Psalms 128:5: “The Lord bless you out of Zion.”

The Bible says that the sky is His throne and the earth is His footstool. The place where His feet rest is where you and I are living. That is why the Lord says, “I will bless you out of Zion.” This means that when God blesses you from heaven, you will receive heavenly blessings.

What is the difference between heavenly blessings and earthly blessings? When a blessing comes from heaven, there will be no sorrow added to it. It will bring happiness, goodness, and lasting peace. It will not bring agony or curses.
However, sometimes people try to obtain blessings through wrong ways—through incorrect methods, dishonest work, or improper business practices. When blessings are obtained in such ways, sorrow, poverty, and even curses may follow them.

Sometimes it may appear that wealth comes quickly, but it also disappears quickly. It may seem as though it comes through one door but goes out through another. In some families, the parents may accumulate wealth in wrong ways, but when the next generation comes, those blessings disappear quickly because they were not true blessings from God.

Therefore, we must surrender ourselves to God and pray, “Lord, bless me from Zion.”

We should say, “Lord, the blessings You give are enough. The income You give is enough. I only want what You give me, because the blessings that come from You will not bring sorrow.”

The promotion You give, the increment You give, the riches You give—those are enough for us.

Sometimes we hear people say, “My monthly salary is three lakhs, but by the 10th of the month there is not even thirty rupees left in my account.” Others say, “My salary is two lakhs, but by the 20th everything is gone, and from the 21st I have to start borrowing.”

Why does this happen? Because of unnecessary expenses, unexpected losses, debts with interest, medical expenses, or betrayal by others. But when the Lord blesses you from Zion, He will remove all such problems.

The Lord will stop unnecessary expenses, cancel losses, and break every financial blockage. He will bless you from Zion and help you save money.

When God blesses you from Zion, many blessings will come—your own house, vehicles, a peaceful home, a good life partner, and the blessing of children. Everything will come as a blessing from heaven.

The Word of God declares this promise, and today we are going to receive it.

Testimony from someone who received such a blessing.
A mother shared this testimony: “My son faced many troubles at his workplace because of certain higher officials. Due to this, he lost his peace and was constantly worried about what would happen each day. Because of this stress, he even fell into depression.

At that time, I contacted the God’s Love Ministries 24-hour telephone prayer tower and requested prayer for my son. The prayer warrior prayed earnestly with the promise from Book of Jeremiah 1:19.

They spoke words of hope and encouragement to us. Our family also held on to that verse and continued to pray together.

The Lord heard our prayers, brought an end to all the problems, and turned those difficult situations into great victories.”

Prayer

Loving Lord, we thank You. The Lord who performed a miracle for Gomathai will also perform miracles for all those today.

According to this Auspicious word, “The Lord bless you out of Zion.” I place this word upon the heads of all those watching this program and bless them wholeheartedly.

Lord, whatever blessings Your children are expecting as they kneel in Your presence or stand with folded hands before You—thank You for granting them today.

Let delayed marriages take place. Let closed wombs be opened. Let those who are struggling to build or buy their own house receive that blessing. Let miracles happen in their studies and careers.

Some say, “I have worked so hard, yet I am not progressing or able to purchase my own house.” Lord, bless the works of their hands. Increase their income and open good ways for their livelihood. Honour them and lift them up.

Finally, look upon those children who are celebrating their birthday or wedding anniversary today. May this word be fulfilled in their lives.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.

From Humiliation to Honor

Beloved children of God in Christ, I greet you all in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. I am delighted to meet you through this Auspicious word on this March 9th. May God bless you.

What is the Auspicious word for us today? Let us read from Book of Isaiah 60:22: “A little one shall become a thousand, and a small one a strong nation.”

What does this mean? Some people may think this verse is meant only for young children in the home. But that is not the meaning. “Little one” refers to those who are humiliated, looked down upon, and considered inferior by others. People may say, “He is just a small boy; what does he know?” or treat someone as insignificant.

If you are among those who have been treated that way, the Lord says, “I will multiply you a thousandfold.” Those who once humiliated you and considered you insignificant will see the Lord lift you up and honour you greatly.

We see a similar example in the life of Hannah. One day Hannah came into the presence of God and prayed, “Lord, look upon my humiliation. I do not even have one child, and people despise me and treat me with contempt.”

She cried out to the Lord asking for one child. But according to God’s grace, the Lord not only answered her prayer but blessed her with five children and honoured her life.

Today, if someone is humiliating you because you do not have a child, remember this promise: “A little one shall become a thousand.” Just as God blessed Hannah beyond her request, the Lord will also bless you abundantly and remove your shame.

The verse also says, “A small one a strong nation.” This means that God will not only multiply you but will establish your life strongly. A “strong nation” means your life, generation, and descendants will be firmly established and blessed.

The Lord will give such honour that your name will become great. Your family and future generations will be blessed and settled strongly in life.

Testimony

A person shared this testimony: “I wrote many exams for a government job and tried very hard, but every attempt ended in failure. I was very sorrowful and wondered whether I would ever get a job.

At that time, Brother came to deliver a sermon and pray at a meeting in Madurai. I also attended that meeting. The message he preached felt as though it was meant just for me. During the individual prayer, Brother said that the Lord had prepared a government job for me and that the order had already been sealed. He prophesied these words and prayed.

After that prayer, within a few days, I received the order for a government job. Though thousands had applied for the position, by the grace of God and through the prophetic prayer and blessings of Brother Stephen, I received the job. I share this testimony with joy to glorify the name of God.”
The Lord who performed this miracle will surely do a miracle for you as well.

Payer

Loving Lord, we thank You. Those who are considered inferior and humiliated by others—make them a thousand and a strong nation according to Your word.

Lift them up and honour them. Before the very people who looked down on them, make their name great and help them live with their heads held high.

Even today, look upon the children who are celebrating their birthday or wedding anniversary. May this word be fulfilled in their lives.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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