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Acts 16: 25-26, NIV
About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening to them. Suddenly there was such a violent earthquake that the foundations of the prison were shaken. At once all the prison doors flew open, and everyone’s chains came loose. Acts 16:25-26, NIV Paul and Silas were put into prison for sharing the word of God. But they did not take it as something that would break them in the end. Instead of questioning God, they chose to pray and sing hymns while they were in the prison cell. The other prisoners were also listening to them. They did not allow their…
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God needs to rebuke you for your own Good
There is this thing called tough love. God usually demonstrates this in your life through His discipline and rebuke. He allows certain things to happen so that your eyes will be opened to the important matters that you missed to consider. He needs to use the pain so that He can get your attention. There are just days when His words are not enough. That’s why He needs to do something unexpected so that you will learn to listen. If you keep on ignoring His instructions, then don’t be surprised when God gives you something that will push you to follow Him. He needs to rebuke you because He doesn’t…
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Acts 16: 22, NIV
The crowd joined in the attack against Paul and Silas, and the magistrates ordered them to be stripped and beaten with rods. Acts 16:22, NIV Paul and Silas went through many hardships while preaching the gospel. They were stripped and beaten with rods. They were physically in pain. But despite the hardships they experienced, they remained steadfast. In fact, they continue to encourage many believers. They did what pleased God, and they did not give up. If you are also one of those who tried to preach the gospel and, just like Paul, you also encounter challenges, then may his life remind you to keep moving on despite the pain.…
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You have a guardian
You are protected by His loveThat doesn’t meanYou won’t experience painIt only means that you will gain strength Especially when you feel so weakGod already gave youThe assurance that you needYou just have to accept Jesus Accept Him As your King and SaviorOnly then will you have accessTo the things that He preparedJesus alone can lead you to eternity So believe in HimAnd you will feel so protectedDespite the stormsThat you are going through
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Thank you Lord
Thank youFor sustaining me this yearThank youFor your grace You never failTo give me the strength I needThank you for your loving armsYou always embrace me When I feel alone and tiredThank you for saying “no”Because that’s when I realizedThat your plans are always better Than what I have in mindThank you for your blessings, LordThank you for giving me everythingYou are so faithfulYou are true to your promises
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You can always ask for help
God is thereYou can call upon His nameDon’t be afraidHe is holding your hands He will help you standIn case you get tired and wearyDon’t live life on your ownYou always have a companion He will be there to comfort youDepend on His powerPlease stop focusing on your weaknessesYou have a big God Ask for His guidance And have faith!
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Money and fame can’t satisfy your soul
You need GodYou need His unfailing loveThe imperfections of this worldWill soon break you So if you want to haveA strong foundationThen stop relying on temporary thingsLook unto God Listen to His instructionsPut Him at the centerAnd treat Jesus as your KingLet Him reign And you will be filledHe will consume you with His loveAnd He will satisfyThe deepest longing of your soul
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The storms exist to strengthen you
You may feel devastatedYou may think that it’s all wastedBut God is giving you the chanceTo grow in your faith It’s your opportunityTo deeply trust in HimYour problems are thereTo remind you that you need God He is building your foundationHe is strengthening your soulSo keep walkingDon’t give up yet Rest But don’t quit
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True Repentance isn’t just about asking for Forgiveness
Committing a mistake really feels disappointing, especially when you unknowingly hurt others because of your wrong choices. It’s not easy to deal with it. It will kill your pride, and it will force you to humble yourself. It feels uncomfortable, and guilt will try to attack you. But there is this one thing that you can do. Choose to Repent. This may feel like a heavy word, but you need to do it so that you can set yourself free from the bondage of the past. True repentance isn’t just about feeling sorry for what happened, but it’s about changing the way you see things. The possible reason why you…
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Acts 16:14, NIV
One of those listening was a woman from the city of Thyatira named Lydia, a dealer I purple cloth. She was a worshipper of God. The Lord opened her heart to respond to Paul’s message. Acts 16:14, NIV The Lord has the power to open somebody’s heart, just like what He did to Lydia. So take courage! God will help you. If you are praying for someone that you love to encounter Jesus, then let this be your hope. Pray that the Lord will open their hearts and respond to the message of the Gospel. Ask it from God. Surrender them in His presence. Keep on lifting them up. Know…
