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Sometimes, Faith can start from Fear of the Unknown
Facing difficulties in life can make us feel so afraid. Problems and hurdles can even make us fearful of the things that aren’t happening yet. The surroundings and every bad news we get from the media and rumors can plant fear. It can make our thoughts paint vivid images that feed our anxiety and worries. Danger and incidents cannot be controlled. We need to have in mind that a lot of possibilities could really happen in our lives, anytime and anywhere. However, we must be vigilant and careful, especially with what we feed ourselves. Remember that fear cannot be overcome with fear. It doesn’t mean that it’s a bad thing.…
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Day 390 – Luke 5:16
But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed. Luke 5:16, NIV Jesus is perfect and holy, but despite His identity, He still withdrew to lonely places and talked to God. In His busy schedule, He still has this hunger that only our Heavenly Father can fill. May this verse remind you to connect to God despite your busy schedule. Jesus doesn’t have any excuses. He humbly submits everything to God. Let His life teach you to stay rooted in His presence. Don’t underestimate His power in your life. Acknowledge His will and surrender all your worries and cares. Spend more intimate moments with Him, and you will have the…
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You can freely have God’s wisdom as long as you are Willing to Receive
Having wisdom will make your life more fulfilled. As you walk through different paths, you will learn more about yourself, the people around you, and various events. Living life is all about discovering that there is more than what you have known. That includes looking and experiencing wisdom. You need knowledge and understanding. Especially when you have to make tough decisions. You need it to guide you. It is very vital for your growth. The good thing is, it is freely given. It surrounds you and will always be there to teach you. But sad to say, not everyone is ready to receive it. God’s wisdom is with you. But…
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There are Important things in Life that you can only do Through God’s Help
There are Important things in Life that you can only do Through God’s Help There are Important things in life that you can only do Through God’s Help You can’t simply rely on your own strength. Whether you like it or not, you will face challenges that will lead you to ask for God’s help. Those days will make you feel that there are things in life that you can’t do on your own. You need His wisdom and grace so that you will overcome those difficult seasons. So when you face a lot of unexpected events right now, then it’s the perfect opportunity for you to activate your faith…
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Day 389 – Luke 5:13
Jesus reached out His hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” he said. “Be clean!” and immediately the leprosy left Him. Luke 5:13, nIV This is what our Savior did to the man with leprosy. After the leper asked Him to be cleaned, Jesus showed Him what love and compassion is. He could’ve healed the man just by uttering a declaration of healing, but Jesus chose to reach out and touch Him despite His contagious disease. Jesus wasn’t afraid of the things that might happen to Him, but He expressed His love by letting the man feel that He was accepted. And Jesus showed His care to the leper…
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Spend time with God
Talk to GodDespite busy schedulePause and prayConnect to Him everyday Read your BibleAnd seek His wordAsk for instructionsFor He wants to help you Open your heartSo that He can come inAllow your goalsTo align with Him Put His kingdom firstAnd everything will followSo do not forget HimAnd let Him feed your soul Fill your heartWith His promisesAnd all your circumstancesWill be faced with faith You need His guidanceYour time is never wastedSo, worship HimAnd be reminded of the goodness He is always with youDepend on His loveRely on His wisdomTrust in His ways
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God Understands your Heart
He knows all your painHe is there when you cryHe wipes the tearsHe embraces you when you’re alone God is concerned with youHe cares about your feelingsHe is not a strangerBecause He knows you personally Trust and believe in HimHe acknowledges worriesHe knows your thirstAnd embrace you with His grace You are treasuredYou are importantHe sees your futureSo do not be afraid He determines what’s nextIf He understands your heartThen He won’t break itBut will mend broken pieces He can be your best friendGod is always thereHe never leaves your sideHe is giving you the grace that you need
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Remember, God’s Purpose is more Important than the Small Arguments
Every person has their own views of what matters in life. The same goes for you. As you walk along the journey, you slowly figure out what are the things that are important to you. You have reasons why you protect yourself and the people around you. You are now beginning to know how peace is essential for you and what you must do to protect it. However, there will be times when you will be challenged with your choices. Your faith and beliefs will be tested. You will find yourself being in a minor argument, realizing that as you spend more time with it, it goes deeper and deeper.…
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Hide in the Shadow of the Almighty
Turn to your loving Father when you feel so weak. Allow His angels to cover and comfort you. When the trials of this world are too strong, hide in His shadow and rest in His presence. He will deliver you from the enemy. Put your trust in His power and stop relying on your own strength. Receive His grace and allow Him to give you the strength that you need. Cry in His arms, and He will appease the storms in your heart. When temptations and pain surround you, just hide yourself away in the arms of the Almighty. Turn to Him and let Him be the King of your…
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Day 388 – Luke 5:12
While Jesus was in one of the towns, a man came along who was covered with leprosy. When he saw Jesus, he fell with his face to the ground and begged him, “Lord, if you are willing, you can make me clean.” Luke 5: 12, NIV In Jesus’ time, those who have leprosy are no longer considered part of society. People stay away from them because their sickness is contagious. Aside from that, the religious leaders in their time consider it a punishment from God. They looked at the lepers as sinners who deserved to experience excruciating pain both physically and emotionally. Imagine, at this very moment, this leper walked…
