Self Development
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Life Is Hard, But Living Life Without God Is Even Harder
Living in this imperfect world will make you realize that life is not easy. There are days when you need to do your best to survive. Trials and storms will be there. There may be joy and excitement, but pain and tears are also present. This is the reality that we are living in. We just can’t get everything we want. Sometimes, we need to work hard for it. This is why we need grace. If we will just rely on what we can do, then the time will come when we will be exhausted. In the end, we need God’s blessings to sustain us throughout the journey. Living without…
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How I Wish I Could Go Back And Change The Past
Have you ever experienced that kind of feeling when you just wanted to go back to how it used to be? No fears, no worries, no anxieties. Nothing. The comfort you used to have now slowly turned into questions. Will I survive this season? Will I find the light I’m looking for? Will I ever experience pure joy again? If you also felt the same thing, then you are not alone. Just like you, there are also days when I imagine things as they used to be. And it usually happens when I’m in the middle of a painful and uncomfortable season. When I find it hard to face my…
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When Jesus Asked For A Drink To A Woman With A Thirsty Heart
When a Samaritan woman came to draw water, Jesus said to her, “Will you give me a drink?” John 4:7 Jesus was going to Galilee and decided to pass through Samaria. He intentionally visited the place to meet a woman who was despised and condemned by people. This woman had five husbands, and the person he was living with was not her husband. She had a past that made her feel shameful and isolated. Jumping from one man to another. Isn’t it a symptom of a thirsty heart? It’s a visible indication that this woman longs to receive the kind of love that no ordinary man can give. It was…
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3 Important Things That You Should Stop Controlling
There are things in life that you should learn to surrender because if you hold on to them, you will be deeply frustrated. If your expectations are not aligned with the reality that you are in, then your heart will surely break. It may not be easy to give up the things that you wanted to happen but trust that God knows what’s best for you. He is aware of what you truly need. So, before you experience a devastating moment, learn to take note of the important things that you should let go: 1. God’s timing Submit your own timeline to God. You may have your plans, but you…
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The Hard Stuff Will Push You To Grow Up
Don’t take every negative thing in your life as something that will destroy you. Behind the pain and struggles is God’s favor. You have to look at the brighter side to see the blessings. Don’t rely on your own understanding. Sometimes, when we go through trials, our first response is to question God’s will. We tend to judge Him according to the situation that we are in, not knowing that He is working behind the scenes. The hard stuff He allowed you to face can push you to become a better person. It opens your eyes to the things that you need to change. It renews your mind and allows…
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Someday, You Will Thank God For The Mess
God is moving in ways you can never imagine. Behind the mess you are in is a mysterious blessing that God prepared in the spiritual realm. You won’t see the changes because your eyes are too consumed with what’s happening around you. Perhaps you are having a hard time dealing with your negative emotions. You looked at things according to your own perspective. But remember that God is working. You are not alone in this season. You may feel like you are carrying the burdens alone, but God’s hands are with you all along. The perfect time will come when you look back and thank God for allowing you to…
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God Wants To Put You In A Place Where You Will Grow
You may ask questions right now because it seems like God mistakenly put you in the wrong place, but if you focus on the things that will help you grow, you will realize that you are surrounded by many opportunities. You have to change the lens that you are using and try to zoom out. Only then will you appreciate the lessons God prepared behind the situation He allowed you to experience. If you listen to His voice and allow His wisdom to reign, you will take every hardship you face as an opportunity to grow and become a better person. Seek God and connect to Him so that you…
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Rest is an Important Ingredient in making a Wise Decision
It’s not good to make decisions when you experience extreme emotions. Too much sadness or pain will only lead you to focus on poor choices simply because you will try to avoid any factors that will break your heart in the end. You will unknowingly neglect the important matters because you focus too much on the deep wounds within. On the other hand, too much excitement and joy will also lead you to make choices that will put you at risk. Simply because you won’t be able to identify the consequences of your actions. When you are so happy, and your eyes are all set on the things you want…
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Allow God and your Loved ones to Point out your Blind Spots
We all have weaknesses that we are not aware of. It’s what we call blind spots. God can identify them as well as the people who are close to you. Sometimes, your loved ones can’t easily share what they noticed because you might misunderstand them. That’s why you need to seek their help. Let them know that you are willing to accept what they will share. Open your heart and mind to fully receive their valuable feedback. Aside from that, seek God. Connect to His heart every day, and the Holy Spirit will reveal to you the things you need to change. He will show you the impurities that you…
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When it becomes too Painful to Dream Again
Rejection is real. Failures will be there. You will get discouraged. But it doesn’t mean your goals will also end. The pain may not be easy to bear, but you need to keep moving. Take your time to grieve for the things, opportunities, or people you have lost. Cry it out to God. Surrender all the wounds to Him, and after that, make a conscious effort to connect to His heart. Only then will you realize the wonderful grace that He poured out in your life. Hold His hands, and don’t ever let go. Maybe you’ve been hurt before because God is not in the picture. You chose to make…
