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Acts 1: 24-26, NIV
Then they prayed, “Lord, you know everyone’s heart. Show us which of these two you have chosen to take over this apostolic ministry, which Judas left to go where he belongs.” Then they cast lots, and the lot fell to Matthias; so he was added to the eleven apostles. Acts 1: 24-26, NIV Jesus’ disciples asked for His help in choosing the right person. They acknowledged the truth that He knows everyone’s heart. They need someone who could take over the tasks of Judas – the one who betrayed Jesus through a kiss. Before they cast lots, they prayed first to Jesus and asked for His guidance. They didn’t make…
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Rejections are sometimes redirection
They are God’s way of telling youThat better days are yet to comeJust because you didn’t receiveThe answer to your prayers Doesn’t mean you will failMaybe God is teaching youImportant and valuable lessonsHe is redirecting you to another path It will hurt at firstAnd you will have so many questions insideBut always put in mindThat God cares for you And He prepared great things aheadTrust in His loveKeep your faithAnd you will experience victory in the end
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Complete healing takes a process
If you want GodTo fix what’s brokenThen stop going through the shortcutYou will only experience the worst thing If you keep on forcing yourselfTo live as if the pain is no longer thereYou need to learnHow to patiently deal with them Without blaming yourselfAnd it won’t happen in an instantThe journey will be challengingBut choose to surrender the pain And allow God to take overHe alone can completely transform youChoose to trust in HimAnd patiently go through the process
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God can Heal the Deepest Wound in your Heart
No one really knows what it feels like to carry that pain in your heart except God. He witnessed everything. He was there. He was with you when you first encountered that event that destroyed the way you look at life. He knows the back story and the outcome. God is aware of everything that you’ve been dealing with. And if, by chance, you are wondering why He allowed those things to happen, then remind yourself that we all have free will. God may want us to experience the fullness of this life, but He usually gives us the freedom to choose. God gave you a chance to make your…
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Acts 1:8, NIV
But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witness in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Acts 1:8, NIV This is what Jesus said to His disciples before He ascended to heaven. He sent the Holy Spirit as their guide, protector, and teacher. After that, they will serve as Jesus’ witnesses in this world. If you believe with all your heart that Jesus is your Lord and Savior, then that’s the time when you will receive the Holy Spirit. And just like His disciples, you are also one of His witnesses. You are…
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Unpredictable moments
Unpredictable moments will happenThat’s why you really need to be deeply rootedYou need to build your coreYou need to strengthen your faith So that when storms comeYou won’t be easily shakenNourish your relationship with GodSpend more time with Him Read His wordsAnd listen to His voiceDo it every single dayMake a conscious effort Be more intentionalAnd God will build you upFrom the inside outFrom your heart and mind
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Pray that God will give you the Courage to Accept the Lessons Behind your Pain
Sometimes, the truth hurts. No matter how much you try to walk away from the reality that you are living in, God will still allow things to happen just for you to wake up and face your problems. Running away from the struggles won’t help you. You need to learn how to accept the painful truths in life. And it’s not that God wants to punish or destroy you. He just wants you to experience the fullness of what He prepared. And usually, it starts by refining your soul, then pruning the unfruitful branches in your life, and purifying your heart. The process is not easy. Many times, you will…
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Acts 1:5, NIV
For John baptized with water, but in a few days, you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit. Acts 1: 5, NIV John came ahead of Jesus to prepare the people’s hearts. He preached about repentance. He encouraged people to purify their hearts for the coming of the Messiah. He baptized them with water as a representation that they were willing to follow God. And then Jesus came, and He introduced to us who God is. He showed us what life feels like when we choose to follow Him. He is the one who baptized us with the Holy Spirit. If you believe in Him with all your heart, mind,…
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Acts 1:3, NIV
After his suffering, he presented himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God. Acts 1:3, NIV Jesus is alive. He won the victory. His disciples witnessed the physical evidence of the biggest miracle that this world had ever experienced. Jesus rose again. It means that He already conquered death. He didn’t even stay with His disciples for only a few hours. Instead, He appeared to them over a period of forty days. Jesus didn’t leave them without preparing their hearts. He continued to speak about the Kingdom of God.…
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Today is a blessing
You may have a broken heartYou may encounter so many problemsYou may encounter challenging thingsThat will waver and shake your faith But the bad things that happened in your lifeCan never change the factThat today is a gift from GodSo do not focus on what’s wrong Be grateful for todayThank God because you are still breathingThank Him for His graceThank Him for undying guidance Just because you are in painDoesn’t mean you are not blessedYou are surrounded by miraclesYou just have to open the eyes of your heart So that you will appreciateThe things around youThe things God prepared for youThe way He loves you
