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How long?
You are awakeBut your soul is sleepingYou’re breathingBut your life is so empty inside You are smilingBut your heart is achingYou are laughingBut your mind is worrying How long will you hide yourself?How long will you deny what you feel?It’s okay not to be okayCome to God and acknowledge the pain Surrender what you feelShare to Him everythingTreat God as your best friendAnd He will encourage you to keep moving He will not judge youSo be true to yourselfLet God heal your woundsSo that you’ll no longer suffer
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Day 227 – Romans 14:13
Therefore let us stop passing judgment on one another. Instead, make up your mind not to put any stumbling block or obstacle in the way of a brother or sister. Romans 14:13, NIV Choose to love and stop putting conclusions about other people’s situations. Sometimes, we are too overwhelmed by our emotions; we unknowingly throw unfair judgments to others that eventually destroy our relationships. Let’s not put any stumbling block to our brothers and sisters. Instead, let’s choose to be compassionate. Remember that God wants us to love our neighbor just like how we love ourselves. We are called to be the bearer of His light. So share His kindness,…
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Day 226 – Romans 15:4
For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope. Romans 15:4, NIV If you want to be reminded of the miracles that God did before, then open your Bible and let His stories reveal to you what it means to experience His presence. Everything that was written in the past exists to teach us more of God. The best way to know His heart is to read the scriptures. There, you will discover inspiring stories that will open your eyes to His goodness. It will help you build…
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Day 225 – 1 Corinthians 15:58
Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain. 1 Corinthians 15:58, NIV Jesus already won the victory. He conquered death and overcame the principalities of this word. So take heart! Stand firm! The Savior of this word is with you. Do not be afraid. Keep pressing on. Let your faith in Christ give you the strength that you need. Continue to serve God and offer your life to Him. Pour out all your energy for the expansion of His Kingdom, and never forget…
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You can Express your Anger without Hurting other People
Anger is part of your emotions, and you need to acknowledge it. A suppressed feeling will eventually reflect your behavior, so it’s better to express it in ways that will not hurt others. If you can’t help yourself but feel angry because if somebody’s behavior, then you are free to express it in ways that are aligned to God. Go to a place where you can be alone and talk to Him. Release what you feel, and He will listen to you. Submit your emotions to your Creator, and He will help you manage them. God can powerfully transform your heart as long as you are humble enough to ask…
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When you Experience “Gethsemane Moments” with God
Then Jesus went with his disciples to a place called Gethsemane, and he said to them, “Sit here while I go over there and pray.” He took Peter and the two sons of Zebedee along with him, and he began to be sorrowful and troubled. Then he said to them, “My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch with me.” –Matthew 26: 36-38 Jesus experienced one of the most heart-breaking moments in His life while He was in Gethsemane. There, He expressed His pain to our Heavenly Father. This happened before His crucifixion. He knew that the sacrifice He would carry for…
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Day 224 – Ephesians 1:7
In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace Ephesians 1:7, NIV The precious blood of Jesus can redeem you from your sins and painful past. Come to His presence and let Him purify your soul. You can’t save yourself from eternal condemnation. You need Jesus in your life. Stop living on your own. Instead, receive His grace and live according to His will. Walk in His presence and allow Him to lead you. Follow His ways and treat Him as the ruler of your life. Stop focusing on your own plans. Always remember His sacrifice on the cross.…
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Go On
Look aheadFocus on the pathEmbrace His lightHold on to His love Quiet your soulRest in His armsRelease the burdensLift up your hands Go onMove forwardCommand your feetTo take a step and keep walking Let goReceive His promisesDo not trade God’s bestTo what’s better Surrender your lifeGive up all your burdensStop carrying your problemsReceive His grace and power
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Your Thoughts Don’t always Speak about the Truth
You are not your thoughts. Not everything that enters your mind reflects your true identity. So learn the habit of evaluating your judgments before you make any conclusions. Listen first and ask God if what you are thinking is aligned with His principles. Do not rely on your own understanding. It’s better to consult Him first than do things that you will regret in the end. Learn to confirm your ideas according to what’s written in the bible. Fill your mind with God’s words so that you’ll always be aligned and guided. Beware! Your thoughts will eventually shape your decisions and your life. So be more conscious and careful. Keep…
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Having an Intimate Relationship with Jesus requires Faith
You will never grow in the presence of the Almighty if you don’t have faith. There will be moments when you can’t feel Him, and what you need to do is to believe and hold on to His promises. If you want an intimate relationship with Jesus, then you need to keep on choosing Him even in seasons when you can’t understand what’s happening. You must learn to rely on His strength even if you can’t physically see Him. In short, you need to activate your faith. It’s hard to appreciate His ways if you just rely on things that you can see. Choose to dig deeper. You can only…
