Hey there, how are you doing today? I’m really glad you’re here :) Thanks for stopping by. Before we dive in, I just wanna say — these aren’t perfect stories, but they’re real ones. And somehow, God’s fingerprints are all over them. I hope these little stories remind you that He works in quiet ways too. So here’s how it started for me…
I’ve heard of Jesus since I was a child. And I probably started school when I was about 3½. Life was okay, I guess—mostly good. Except for a few annoying things, like family drama (mom's side), awkward moments at church, jealous neighbors, and trouble fitting in at school. Honestly, I found it really hard to connect with teachers and classmates. I’d always feel a bit... off. Like I didn’t belong in the room. And so I tried so hard to fit in, but it only left me end up in misery.
Yeah, I grew up in church. Mom made me take Sunday School and made sure I took part in every competition (thanks, Mom lol). So faith was always there— like a soft background song in the chaos.
Childhood moved slowly. Anytime I fell sick I prayed to Jesus and asked Him for His healing and He always did! One day, I fell off the school van because my bag was too heavy. My nose started bleeding. I prayed for it to be nothing. And it wasn’t serious. Jesus helped me—again. It felt like the happiest day of my little life. I always knew for sure that I wasn’t alone and Jesus was with me.
Then came Grade 12. And with it... Pressure. I was expected to be the best. But I didn’t make it to the top. Still, something unforgettable personally happened to me. It was the day of the practical exam— and I had barely studied. There was still so much I didn’t know. I was so scared. So I whispered, “Jesus, come with me. Be with me through this.” And to my surprise? It went so well. Everything felt so simple and peaceful. In Botany, I got to dissect Hibiscus—something I actually knew! In Zoology… I don’t even remember what I did, haha— but it worked out so well. In Chemistry, I got the easiest salt of all and in Physics? The simplest experiment of all. And here’s the thing— The practicals...the only practicals I had actually prepared for were the ones I was given. The exact ones! Coincidence? Nah. That was Jesus.
That. Was. Absolutely. Jesus.
And when the overall Grade 12 results came out, I scored 188 in Tamil and 191 in English. Honestly I was absolutely sure to get failed in Maths and Biology, but not only did I pass those subjects, I even scored above 130 for them both. It was all because He was present with me.
After that came the driving license thing. I was so scared. I didn’t think I’d pass— but guess what? It went so well, and I got it on the very first attempt itself! Jesus was beside me again. I felt Him there.
During my Bachelor's degree, I wrote a poem called “The Teacher”— and it got published in the regional newspaper 'The Hindu' (Tirupati, Tamil Nadu edition) on September 5, 2019. That day, I knew in my heart: God had gifted me with the gift of words.
Oh wait—I almost forgot :) Back in Grade 8, there was a handwriting competition at school. I got 2nd place. But in Grade 9, finally I got the 1st place! Just me. I still remember that moment— It felt like a lil’ miracle, just for me.
My Masters degree was a lil' stormy and all throughout my M.A., Jesus helped me pass every single paper— without even having a failed paper. That was wild. I cried. It touched me so deeply. I felt like Jesus was saying, "See? I’ve been here the whole time.”
I hardly had 6 months of offline class during M. A., but I still joined a poetry and verse writing competition. My friends encouraged me so much :) And... I got 1st place again. And so did they in other competitions. It was like joy was contagious. We were all happy ^_^
Later, God helped me pass my entrance exam and the interview. And the validity period was exactly what I’d hoped for— two sessions! Just like I’d prayed :) I can’t help but smile when I remember it. Because through every little thing, Jesus was there. Every. Single. Time.
On May 10, 2023, my younger brother (Thambi) got chickenpox. Two days later, on May 12, my NET Paper 1 classes began. Weirdly enough, Thambi’s illness helped me. Because of his sickness, I stopped staying home and started attending classes from the 17th. Looking back, I probably wouldn’t have passed the NET exam if I hadn’t taken those classes. And honestly? I don’t think I would've taken them at all if Thambi hadn’t gotten sick… I hadn't even planned on going in the first place — haha. So yeah... it kinda felt like God’s perfect plan to gently nudge me outta the house :) And so I made a deal with Him:
“Okay God, I’ll go to class — but You've gotta protect me and everyone else from chickenpox.” So the lazy Buttercup got herself back to class. God kept His word. I kept mine. Buttercup and her family were protected from chickenpox. None of us got infected :)
Now, chickenpox might not sound like a huge deal, but it really was for us. My mom couldn’t skip work — it was the school reopening. I had my exam on June 14. My dad wasn’t doing too great physically. If any of us caught it, it’d be total chaos. But Jesus? He had us covered. He answered my prayer. He protected us — just like He always does. Not only did He help Buttercup get to class — He also helped me study and pass the NET exam.
But wait — plot twist. Right before the NET exam, I started struggling physically again. I totally lost interest, lost all my motivation, felt scared, gloomy, confused — ugh. Felt blah. I really thought I was gonna sit this one out too. But God helped me. He didn’t let go. He helped me push through and show up. I took the exam and by God's grace I made it.
And, well, there was another thing too. I was expecting my graceful lady flow days to be between June 10th to 15th. But it didn't show up till the 13th. So I started feeling a bit anxious that it might give me a hard time during my exam. And I prayed again:
“God, it’d be really nice if I could get it after the afternoon of the 14th... or even better, on the 15th itself.”
God heard me. I got it on June 15th — just the way I hoped and asked. Exactly when I needed it. So I was able to take my exam freely and in peace.
June 17, 2023: God saved me from a spongy moth caterpillar (Lymantria Dispar). IYKYK. Haha.
Fast forward — I needed an OBC certificate. I wasn't sure if I'd get it. Still, I prayed. And God? Yeah, He came through. Got the certificate. Another tick ✔ on my “God did it” list. So thankful!
One of my friends my M.A. days introduced me to a youth Bible called Reach 4 Life – The Choice is Yours. I instantly loved it and wanted a copy sooo bad. I searched bookstores, scrolled every online store, couldn't find it anywhere... So, I prayed:
“God, if it’s Your will, please help me get a copy.”
Many months passed… even years. One day, my brother told me he spotted the exact same Bible at his workplace. And when I asked him to get it for me, he said it was free. I’d been trying to buy it for so long. Struggling to find it. But when I asked Jesus? He handed it over — for free. Like, what?! Can you imagine?! I’m so, so thankful, Jesus.
Then came New Year's. I couldn’t attend the New Year service or collect the promise card for the year like we usually do. I felt a little sad and quietly prayed,
“Lord, I want a promise too.”
And God sent me a card that said:
“I will make your name great.” – Genesis 12:2.
An answered prayer :)
So yeah... All I can say is: God sees. God hears. God shows up. Jesus cares about the little things — He’s in the details. Every whispery prayer, every quiet longing — it matters to Him. Even the things we’re too shy to say out loud... Yeah, those things too. So if you're waiting, wondering, or worried — just hold on. He’s probably already working behind the scenes. Hang tight. He’ll come through. :) He’s been with me every step—and He’s with you too :)
“Even to your old age and gray hairs I am He, I am He who will sustain you.” —Isaiah 46:4
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