Binu’s Easy Chicken Biryani (with a Hack)
My son will be home from his first year of college at the end of this week, Yay!!?...which means I’ll be making all of his favorite dishes over summer break. Fettuccine Alfredo, Chinese stir fry, South Indian beef fry, chicken curry... But today (since he’s not home just yet), I decided to make one of MY favorites. Chicken Biryani!!! In case you’re unfamiliar with this dish, it’s basically chicken & rice with Indian spices. And it’s soooo good! Some prefer it with peas, carrots, cashews & raisins and & some folks like it without the added fluff. Either way, it’s
Let’s Read the Bible – All Of It
If you have figured this out already, I talk about the Bible a lot on social media. Well, there’s more where that came from! I had the opportunity to talk to my friend, Brandy, about why we should read the ENTIRE Bible. Yes, all of it. Genesis to Revelation. Even the genealogies. All of God’s Word was given to us. I hope this conversation encourages you to take it all in. Follow BrandySpeaks on FB & Instagram and check out our conversation here: https://youtu.be/PJEdF3mYrgY ~Anu #throughthebible2021
Read Your Bible
“The instructions of the Lord are perfect, reviving the soul. The decrees of the Lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. The commandments of the Lord are right, bringing joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are clear, giving insight for living. They are a warning to your servant, a great reward for those who obey them.” (Psalms 19:7-8, 11 NLT) I love these verses so much. Each line is so simple, yet so rich in meaning. God’s law is perfect. It gives life to those who heed its instruction. God’s law is trustworthy. It makes the simple
God is With You
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-ggZd-SmSs&ab_channel=jordanstcyr When I reflect on the challenges I have faced in life, I can’t help but think how grateful I am that the Lord is always with us. Just recently, there were unexpected circumstances which had to be dealt with immediately. I found myself being thrust into the position of managing a huge project. I did not possess knowledge or expertise in this area and literally found myself learning along the way. Not to mention, I was navigating through emotions, coordinating appointments, and making decisions faster than I could spell my name! The fact is that I was overwhelmed. I
He Is For You
2014 DALLAS MARATHON - PHOTO CREDIT: LANCE ABRAHAM It was my first (and only) half-marathon. I had ran other races, but nothing like this. I trained for months; hours and hours of running, then more running. When the day finally came, I was nervous + excited (aka nervcited). I knew I was ready, but unsure what the course would be like. Once the race started, I put my headphones in and let the music blare in my ears. There were mile-markers and signs telling us which way to go. Just in case, they had first-aid stations and porta potties (eww,
Talkin to Jesus
It was 6am Saturday morning, and my younger son had an all day track meet. He ate a quick breakfast, and threw a few Gatorades and a couple of Cliff bars into a bag. But before walking out the door, he walked into our guest bedroom. My in-laws were in town for the weekend and my son wanted to tell his Appacha (grandfather) goodbye. My son saw that he was sleeping, so he gently touched his hand and whispered, “Appacha, I’m leaving.” As immediate as his next breath, Appacha took hold of his grandson’s hand and began to pray in
Contentment over Comparison
I think we can all agree that social media has its benefits. I mean, it allows us to stay connected with family and friends in ways we could have never imagined. At the same time, it also exposes us to photos and posts of the latest and greatest in others’ lives. How amazing to learn of their many accomplishments and celebrate what God is doing, whether it’s owning a successful business, achieving recognition, or landing an opportunity of a lifetime. But if we are to be honest with ourselves, have you noticed how it can also stir up feelings of
The Chapel
When I was a freshman in college, my friend and I discovered a little chapel on campus. It was a beautiful glass building with wooden pews, red carpet and a piano to the side of the stage. It even had this particular smell. After exams, that chapel was our haven-a little getaway before we started studying for the next exam. We’d go there, find a spot several pews away from one another, talk to Jesus, then come back together, and before heading to the library, we’d sing THIS song. “I love you Lord, and I lift my voice to worship
Speak the Word
It was Easter Sunday. I had attended a wonderful service at our church celebrating the Resurrection of Christ, and I had a great time with family later in the day. I felt like it was the end to a really wonderful Easter weekend. But once I went to bed that night, something had changed. I couldn’t rest well. I was in and out of sleep. And every time I woke up, I felt such a heaviness in my mind and spirit. It was a weight of anxiety and fear that I have not felt in years. One by one,
Make Good Choices
The book of Ruth is one of the shortest and sweetest books in the Bible. It primarily focuses on a woman named Ruth (thank you Captain Obvious) but today, my heart was drawn to Orpah. (Not OPRah as in Winfrey. ORPah as in who??) Orpah was Ruth’s sister-in-law who like Ruth, also had a choice to make: move to Bethlehem with their “former” mother-in-law, Naomi, or stay in Moab. At a very literal crossroads, Orpah decides to remain right where she is. No one can blame Orpah for that decision. After all, it was her home, her people and they
