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SUNDAY CHOICE – Brokenness, Beauty, & the God Who Makes All Things New – By Charles Schokman Image Source : lynnhpryor “As we sit on the beach, I watch my youngest as she hunts for shells. She races up to me, sharing her finds. Over and over she brings them to me, delighting in each of them as treasure: “Mom, isn’t that orange color beautiful?” “Look at the curves of this one, aren’t they pretty? “Feel how smooth this shell is!” “I love the stripes on this one.” As I survey her pile, I realize that none of these shells are ones that I would have chosen. These are not the ones you’d set out on display. They are broken and chipped, each marred in some way. While my daughter notices the beauty, I see the brokenness. I observe what is missing, rather than seeing the remnant of loveliness that remains. As ...

Sep 28, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Charles Schokman Tagged Beauty in Imperfection, Brokenness and Beauty, Christian Encouragement, Christian Faith Reflections, Christian inspiration, Christian Life Lessons, Comfort for the Brokenhearted, Crown of Beauty Instead of Ashes, Faith-Based Meditation, Finding Hope in Brokenness, God Makes All Things New, God's Redeeming Work, God's Work in Us, Gospel Hope and Transformation, Joy in Suffering, Melissa Kruger Adaptation, Renewed in Christ, Spiritual renewal, The Paradox of Christian Life

The Significance of Poson Poya Day in Sri Lanka-by Kalani-eLanka Poson Poya Day, celebrated annually in June, is one of the most important Buddhist holidays in Sri Lanka. It commemorates the introduction of Buddhism to the island, an event that has profoundly shaped the nation’s culture, religion, and social structure. Here’s why Poson Poya Day holds such a special place in the hearts of Sri Lankans. The central significance of Poson Poya Day lies in its commemoration of the arrival of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. In 247 BCE, Arahant Mahinda, the son of the Indian Emperor Ashoka, traveled to Sri Lanka and introduced Buddhism to King Devanampiya Tissa. This event, which took place at Mihintale near Anuradhapura, is considered a pivotal moment in Sri Lankan history. The conversion of the king and his people to Buddhism marked the beginning of a new era for the island, influencing its spiritual and ...

Jun 22, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Arahant Mahinda, Buddhism in Sri Lanka, Buddhist teachings, cultural celebration, King Devanampiya Tissa, Mihintale, Poson Poya Day, Spiritual renewal