Faith
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You need God most when you feel like you are not enough
We live in a world where comparisons and countless standards are made. These standards make us feel like we are not enough. For some reason, we chase it to feel like we belong. However, the more we do it, the longer we feel burdened inside. We are running on an endless path where the finish line is beyond the horizon. It remains unseen and constantly changing. That is because this world continually changes. The standards also change. But it is not every time that we can keep with it. Worse, the more we do it, the more we feel like we are useless. We keep going where everyone is going,…
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When Jesus said to Matthew “Follow Me”
After this, Jesus went out and saw a tax collector by the name of Levi sitting at his tax booth. “Follow me,” Jesus said to him, and Levi got up, left everything, and followed him. Luke 5:27-28 Levi, also named Matthew, was busy gathering the money of the people. He was a tax collector – known to be a sinner, ridiculed and rejected by his countrymen. He was there doing His usual task. Kept the money of the Jews and gave them to the Romans, which they treated as their enemy. He lived a life of abundance. He had the money that He wanted, yet Matthew was judged and condemned…
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God Waits for you until you are Ready
Doing new things takes time. You have to prepare yourself, especially when a task will significantly impacts your life. All of us have been through this kind of process. We go through many learning processes just to get a degree or learn some skills. We equip ourselves with the skills needed for a job. There are also times when we don’t know whether we are ready. We just take action and let everything unfold on its own. Yet, look at you. You have been through a lot but still living. You can freely move and walk wherever you want. However, there will be moments when you have to do something…
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Dear God, Please comfort those who are Crying in Silence
I may not know their names Lord, but I pray that you will continue to touch their hearts. Make them more sensitive of your presence. Open their eyes and heart so that they can welcome your healing. Give them a humble heart to accept your ways. They may not understand what’s going on in their lives, but I pray that your grace will continue to sustain them until they overcome this season. People don’t see them, Lord. Only you know the real condition of their hearts. They may find it hard to describe the pain inside, but I pray that you will give them the assurance that they need. Please…
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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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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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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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When you Realize that you are Loved by God
Your life will never be the same the moment you encounter God’s unfailing love. Your perspective will change. You will also learn to look at yourself the way He sees you. When that happens, you will approach your life with a victorious mind set. The situations that you will face can no longer trap you from coming back to the place that He rescued you from. His love is powerful. It serves as a driving force for you to move forward despite of the challenges you experienced. He will give you peace and rest inside. It’s like a bright light in the middle of the dark path. So take your…
