If You’re a Rolling Stone, Keep Rolling

A river flows a kilometer from my home.
Every visit, I return with stones—smooth, heavy, or scarred by water.
I never let them go.
Some sit on my table, a few rest on the shelves, and others lie quietly in the yard.
Each stone is different.
Each one has a story.
They remind me that I, too, have been rolling over hills, plains, and dusty roads.
From Kerala to Kashmir,
Through Manamadurai to Almora,
Past the villages of Raipur and Raigarh,
The lanes of Bhilai and Bilaspur,
The dusty stretches of Bankura and Purulia,
The quiet corners of Champa and Chhatarpur,
The slopes of Shimla and Mussoorie,
The serene valleys of Dehradun,
And the sun-warmed towns of Vizianagaram and Rajahmundry.
I've rolled through schools and slums,
Tribal hamlets and hill settlements,
Colonies of the leprosy-affected and communities hidden from maps.
Each stop left a mark—a face, a story, a seed of faith.

Why Rolling Still Matters

People often say, “A rolling stone gathers no moss.”
And that’s true—if all you want is moss.
But I’ve learned something different.
A rolling stone may not gather moss,
But it gathers moments.
It gathers meaning.
It gathers marks of purpose on every surface it touches.
The stones in my hand remind me—
Movement doesn’t mean aimlessness.
It means being ready when God decides to pick you up
And place you exactly where you’re meant to be.
So if you’re still rolling—keep rolling.
Because even a stone that keeps moving downstream
May one day become part of a foundation upstream.
So if you’re still rolling—keep rolling.
Even if it looks random to others, every move you make with courage and conviction matters.
Like a stone rolling downstream, each step of faith and determination may one day place you exactly where you’re meant to be—a part of a foundation that is lasting, purposeful, and meaningful.

The Creator Who Picks You

Did you ever wonder why David picked smooth stones?
Why not stones with moss?
Perhaps because smooth stones are ready to be used.
They've been shaped by the journey,
Polished by time,
Prepared for the task ahead.
And just as David chose those stones,
The Creator picks you at the right time to place you where He wants you to be.
Your journey, your experiences,
Have been shaping you,
Preparing you for the purpose He has in mind.
So, keep rolling.
Trust that the Creator knows the path,
And He will place you exactly where you need to be.

Tail Piece: Keep Rolling with Purpose

As you continue your journey, remember:

· Embrace the journey—each experience shapes you.

· Trust the process—even when the path is unclear.

· Stay faithful—your purpose is unfolding.

· Keep rolling—you are being prepared for something greater.

Let your life be a testament to the journey,
A story of faith, resilience, and purpose.
Keep rolling,
For the Creator has a place for you,
And your journey is part of His plan.