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When Your Burdens Are Too Heavy, Come To Jesus, And He Will Give You Rest
When life is full of pressures, and things seem too heavy to bear, call upon Jesus, and He will be there. Sometimes, when we are surrounded by problems and challenges, we can easily forget God’s faithfulness in our lives. We seek comfort that we can easily see and touch. We choose to find temporary remedies and solutions that have lasting consequences. In short, we solve our problems on our own. Since we used to carry everything without the help of someone else, we forget God along the process. We feel like everything depends on our own efforts, and we no longer consider His plans and wisdom. This is the reason…
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Do Not Be Afraid
One night the Lord spoke to Paul in a vision: “Do not be afraid; keep on speaking, do not be silent. For I am with you, and no one is going to attack and harm you, because I have many people in this city.” Acts 18: 9-10, NIV Paul was in Corinth when he received this encouragement from the Lord. Before he reached this place, he went through persecution and pain. Perhaps this is why he was afraid. The Bible may not clearly say that Paul was scared, but God knows his heart. He encouraged him to keep on speaking and assured him that He would be with Him. This…
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What If The Good Things That You Did Will Turn Into Treasures In Heaven?
“Jesus answered, “If you want to be perfect, go, sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.” Matthew19:21, NIV Jesus gave this instruction to a rich man who wanted to receive eternal life. He simply taught him to gather treasures not here on earth but in heaven. After this, Jesus invited him to come and follow him. For this rich man, his wealth somehow gave him the temporary security that he wanted. But despite the earthly possessions that he gained, his heart is still longing for something that this world can never give. He is still looking for something…
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We Are Allowed To Express What We Truly Feel, But That Doesn’t Mean We Will Stop Trying
But when they opposed him and blasphemed, he shook his garments and said to them, “Your blood be upon your own heads; I am clean. From now on I will go to the Gentiles.” And he departed from there and entered the house of a certain man named Justus, one who worshiped God, whose house was next door to the synagogue. Then Crispus, the ruler of the synagogue, believed on the Lord with all his household. And many of the Corinthians, hearing, believed and were baptized. Acts 18:6-8, NKJV Paul went to Corinth and preached about Jesus Christ to the Jews. Sadly, they opposed Paul and chose not to receive…
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May You Listen To God’s Voice Despite All Your Disappointments In Life
Life is not perfect. There will be days when you experience disappointments, hear painful words from other people, or perhaps go through painful seasons. In short, the journey won’t be smooth and comfortable. This is why it’s very important to fix your eyes on Jesus, the One who desires great things for you, the One who truly loves you. It’s okay to feel disappointed. It means that you have certain expectations that haven’t been met. You can express it to God and tell Him what you truly feel. But after that, listen to His voice. And don’t allow the disappointment to reign inside. Let God teach you how to manage…
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Take Delight in the Lord
Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Psalm 37:4, NIV Many times, when we set our eyes away from God, we can’t help but think of our worries and problems. We focus on the things that we can’t control, and we overcome our situation on our own. But here comes David, reminding us to delight in the Lord. It means that instead of focusing on other things, we need to fix our eyes on God. The One who dearly loves and cares for us. When we delight in Him, we acknowledge His presence, and we choose to rejoice in His arms. We…
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Rest is a Necessity
You need rest. Your body, mind, and soul need to be restored. If you don’t stop and take a pause, you will reap painful consequences in the end. This is the reason why rest is a necessity. God created it to be part of our lives. He proved it as very essential even in the very beginning. In the book of Genesis, you will read that God rested from all the work He had done on the seventh day. This is a powerful reminder for us to also do the same thing. Rest is not just about taking a break from work, but it’s deeper than that. For our bodies,…
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The Life Of Those Who Do Wrong Were Like The Grass That Will Soon Wither
Do not fret because of those who are evil or be envious of those who do wrong; for like the grass they will soon wither, like green plants they will soon die away. Psalm 37: 1-2, NIV There are instances in life when we envy those who do wrong. We wonder why they receive so many blessings while we are trying to do the right thing and end up receiving little. This kind of feeling is so common nowadays. People focus on the ill-gotten wealth that others acquire, and it seems like there’s no justice for those affected. We can’t help but wonder if God is still moving in the…
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When Your Purpose Is Stronger Than Your Pain
Life is unpredictable, and we often find ourselves in the grip of pain that seems insurmountable. Yet, in these moments of brokenness, our faith and character are tested. It’s in these times that the purpose God has instilled in our hearts becomes a powerful force, guiding us through the storm. When you know why you are here on earth and firmly believe that God wants you to fulfill His purpose, you will have the strength you need. Your purpose is your anchor. It will help you stay rooted no matter what problems or pain you face. Your purpose will serve as your compass, always leading you back on track. This…
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We Trust In The Name Of The Lord Our God
Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God. Psalm 20:7, NIV In David’s time, the kings usually trusted their chariots and horses. This represents the material things or possessions that they acquire or perhaps their human strengths. Their confidence was rooted in their earthly treasures. But then, unlike many of those kings, David trusted in the Name of God. He acknowledged the truth that it’s God who can help him. At present, we also have different versions of “chariots and horses.” We tend to trust in our earthly wealth, career, possessions, or our own wisdom or understanding. This verse…
