Faith
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Rejoicing Comes In The Morning
Better days are coming, and the pain will end. The tears will turn into joyful singing, and rejoicing comes in the morning. It will happen not because of what you will do or the efforts that you will offer. But all because God’s word is true, and it never fails. The agony won’t last forever. One day, you will see the sun shining and the flowers blooming. You will appreciate the beauty of God’s magnificent creation after the darkness. Keep this in your heart. It may appear impossible at the moment, but it will certainly happen because the God who promised to give you hope and a future is faithful.…
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Faith Rarely Grows In Your Comfort Zone
If you try to recall the seasons in your life that help your faith grow, you will be surprised because it usually happens outside your comfort zone. It’s in moments of pain and heartache that you learn to treat God as your healer. It’s when you go through storms that you learn to hold on to His promises. It’s when you are confused and burdened that you manage to keep your faith. Those painful seasons that you went through became a stepping stone for you to discover who God is. You may have so many questions and doubts during those moments, but look at where God led you. Do you…
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When You Lose Your Confidence, Just Remember That God’s Faithfulness Will Always Remain
You will get tired, but not God. You will be disappointed because of the rejections that you face, but God’s faithfulness will always be there. So, when you can’t find the strength to get up, just remember the goodness of God in the past. He never leaves your side. He stays with you even when you forget Him. God provides even when you fail to thank Him. His love stays with you despite the mistakes that you made. That’s how important you are in His eyes. Maybe this time, He wants to teach you how to treat Him as your source of confidence. Remember that you can never rely on…
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If You Are One Of Jesus’ Disciples, Then You Are Called To Serve Others
Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should wash one another’s feet. John 13: 14, NIV “You also should wash one another’s feet.” This is what Jesus said to His disciples after he bowed down and showed them what it means to serve. This is not just a simple gesture that will remind them how to love and care for others, but this is a command that He wanted them to obey. In this moment, Peter told Him not to do it, but then Jesus answered him, “Unless I wash you, you have no part with me.” At some point, Jesus wanted to show…
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When God Asks You To Do The Hard Things
God is more concerned with the things that will help you grow rather than the things that will pamper you. That’s why, most of the time, He will challenge you to try the hard things. And it’s not that God wants to punish or hurt you. He knows that behind the difficulties that you face are lessons that you will learn. Behind the storms that you will encounter are opportunities for you to grow and become a better person. That’s why, every time you go through seasons of pain and so many “what if’s”, imagine that God prepared wonderful blessings behind the scenes. He is molding your heart and purifying…
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God Wants To Connect To Your Wounded Soul
There are things in life that are hard to explain. You know it’s there, but it’s just hard to find the right words to describe it. Many times, it will only burst out when there are triggers. When there are unexpected twists and turns that you hoped never happened. At first, it didn’t seem to be a problem. You used to live with it, thinking that it’s already part of your life. You get tired of pushing it away, and now, you just allow that indescribable thing to creep in and consume your soul. People often call it anger. Others refer to it as outbursts or simply negative behavior. But…
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What If What’s Waiting For You On The Other Side Is Not Death But Resurrection?
Have you ever felt that kind of fear that paralyzes you to take another step? Because of the negative things you experience and the pain you are carrying, you tend to withdraw and step back from what God commanded. There are questions in your head. You are doubting God’s presence and grace. You are wondering if what’s waiting for you is death or life. If you feel this way right now, this reminder is for you. Jesus’ disciples also felt scared when their Master wanted to return to where He was stoned and persecuted. In John 11:4-8, it says there: When he heard this, Jesus said, “This sickness will not…
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When You Can’t Understand The Season That You Are In
There are days when you can’t understand what’s happening. Your situation is exactly the opposite of what you planned for. The things that are happening don’t make sense. You can’t point out why you must go through certain seasons that left you wounded and broken. The journey seems so long and exhausting. You may find it hard to find peace and rest, but know that it’s part of the process. It may not be easy to accept this truth, but one day, you will understand why God allowed you to go through this season. For now, don’t focus on finding answers to your never-ending questions. You can’t understand the lessons…
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Seeds Need To Be Buried So That One Day, It Will Bear Fruit
“Very truly I tell you, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds.” John 12: 24, NIV Jesus reminded His disciples what it means to give up their lives for the sake of glorifying God. He used the imagery of a kernel being planted on the ground. It needs to die so that it may grow and produce more seeds. The same goes with our lives; there are times when we feel like we are buried on the ground, so dark, and it seems like there’s no hope left. It’s a hard season…
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Sometimes, God Will Not Always Finish Your Story The Way You Expect It To Be
You can’t always have what you want, especially when it mainly involves someone’s decision. It’s just out of your control. Things won’t always turn out good. There are days when you’ll experience twists and turns. Your life is not always predictable. This is why a surrendered heart is like a strong weapon that will help you overcome the storms that come your way. This is not just a matter of relying on your own strength, but it’s about trusting God even if your story seems to have a painful ending. Perhaps God has a different plan for your life. And the question is, are you willing to abide in His…
