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Next day Omar went to American College to see principal along with his friend Ramasamy. Ramasamy belonged to a wealthy Hindu family, accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Savior and received forgiveness of sins and holy life given by Jesus Christ through the campus prayer group. His parents didn't know about it. Omar and Ramasamy tried their level best to see principal but didn't succeed. Omar said, "I don't think we will be able to see principal; so lets go to college chaplain and ask his help. With his recommendation principal will surely give a seat for Shahjahan in biology".Both went to chaplains office. One person in his office asked if they brought any letter of recommendation from pastor of the same denomination church in their city. Learning that Omar didn't, office person informed that chaplain can not help them. Not knowing what to do next, they sat on a bench under a tree in the college garden. The noon sun was very bright. Ramasamy said if we pray God will help them. They prayed, "Lord! People refused to help us. Only you can open us a way". Afternoon rolled by ....still nothing happened. Principal was gone home. Now the place was empty since everyone left and it was dark. Omar suggested that they should meet principal in his house. In his residence, principal was busy with visitors and dinnertime; finally it was their turn. Omar was nervous; after a while a respectable gentleman came out and asked them what they wanted. Omar mumbled, "Sir! We came to ask you a favor....if it is wrong forgive us". He didn't know where to start and what to say. Omar said, "Sir! My brother applied for P.U.C in your college and we got letter saying that you have given him admission; however according to his S.S.L.C marks it stated he can't get admission in biology but in math's group. Since you were busy in the office, we came to see you here". Principal clarified, "Yes, if you have low marks in biology in S.S.L.C....then you won't get admission for biology in P.U.C". Omar disclosed, "Sir! there is a reason for my brother to get low marks in biology. We were all Muslims and recently became Christians. When our dad realized this he gave lots of trouble to us". When he started to explain his voice shivered and tears rolled down his face. Seeing this, principal came down the steps and started walking with them in the garden. He comforted him. Omar described how his mom and children became Christians and problems crept in; how Shahjahan was not able to study for exam and attended it without preparation. Principal listened to everything with love. After hearing, he said, "It's wonderful the way you all became Christians. Don't worry, if there is still space available in biology I'll give admission to your brother in biology, but if spaces are filled already I can't do anything. Anyhow don't worry about anything and go home in peace". On hearing this he was so happy and both thanked him. When they returned it was nearly 9 p.m.. Principal gave admission to Shahjahan in biology. Mom and children thanked God for the miracle. God helps those who trusted in Him with their whole heart.Â
Dad didn't know any of these things. Since he found it hard to change their faith in Christianity he didn't show interest in their studies. Nobody knew when he would come to Vadugapatti; in short there was a split in the family. Now they can't hide their Christian faith, because dad won't believe them anymore.
He didn't tell anyone that this happened because of Sunder who started the conversation.....it would bring shame to Sunder. When Mary was pregnant Joseph thought of secretly putting her off.... it is not good to publicize others faults. He took all the blame upon himself and accepted that it was wrong of him to tell formula to Sunder. He went to his room and laid down. Summer sun was still hot, he stared outside the window blank. Sorrow gripped his throat and tears ran down his cheeks. He cried for God's forgiveness. He thought as soon as he finished all his exams he can go and get a job since his family was suffering a lot without money, now it became impossible. It will be a big blow for his mom. When he thought those things his heart was broken to pieces. He never thought of copying in exam. He was of the nature that even if somebody gives him answer sheet to copy he will refuse it. In the end this happened. Prayer group students consoled him, "Brother! Don't feel sad. God knows everything and won't forsake you. Bible says...all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are called according to his purpose (Romans 8: 28). God's name will be glorified through this, so don't worry..just praise God. Satan brought this to crush down your faith....he will be ashamed at the end". One brother suggested to ask CPM church to pray for this. Sunday when they went to church they told God's servants and they prayed. He finished other practical exams with much grief. Just as promised to his dad, he went to Thiruvadavur and didn't tell anything to dad, since he will get mad. He didn't inform his mom, as already she is wounded in her heart deeply and it will just like piercing a sword in an open wound. He prayed, "Lord! If it is your will, perform a miracle and make me pass". He spent his days in distress...God's grace offered him consolation and hope.