HANG IT ON THE CROSS
Pic.: Bhushan Thakkar N ilesh*, who was one of my brilliant students, some twenty years ago, and who is now a very dear friend, sent me a sms, a while ago: “Sir, please remember us in your prayers on this Holy Friday and specially pray for our project ---------- . May Jesus Christ bless all of us. May we learn from His sacrifice, patience and humility in dealing with all our loved ones. Regards.” I quickly replied: “Good morning Nilesh. Yes, I will keep you in my prayers. Just pursue your dream with all your sincerity and passion. Keep faith. I am sure, Jesus will bless your dream. Love.” This friend of mine is a very sincere, passionate and committed individual. I have watched him working hard and long. So, I have no doubt when I say, “Jesus will bless your dream.” N o matter how hard and long we all may work, and no matter how sincere, well-intended and committed individuals we all are, there are times, when we realize tha...