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The Faith of the Bleeding Woman
Just then a woman who had been subject to bleeding for twelve years came up behind him and touched the edge of his cloak. She said to herself, “If I only touch his cloak, I will be healed.” Jesus turned and saw her. “Take heart, daughter,” he said, “your faith has healed you.” And the woman was healed at that moment. Matthew 9: 20-22, NIV Imagine yourself bleeding for twelve long years. Will you still trust God and keep your faith? What if Jesus will come in moments when you feel like it’s too late? Will you still believe that He will heal your sickness? We can say from the…
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Remember the reason why you Decided to Let Go
Letting go takes courage, and it’s not an easy thing to do. So never forget the reason why you walk away and keep them in your heart because those reasons are important lessons that gave you the strength to move forward. And you will never realize those lessons, not until you experience so much pain inside. They are so expensive because it takes tears and sacrifices for you to finally discover them. So don’t waste your pain. Carry the important reminders that God gave you and let them direct your life. When you feel so tired of your situation, recall those wonderful things that you learned from Him. And never…
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Day 171 – Psalm 119:35
Direct me in the path of your commands, for there I find delight. Psalm 119:35, NIV Pray that God will reveal to you His instructions and let Him direct you to the path that He prepared. Sometimes, this world will give you many pieces of advice, but before you ask someone’s help, go to God first and honor His will. Ask for His word and keep them inside your heart. Do not forget the things He said to you and take delight in His commands. You may not understand everything, but keep your faith and stay in His presence. He alone can lead you in the right direction. Remember that…
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Day 170 -Psalms 119:28
My soul is weary with sorrow; strengthen me according to your word. Psalms 119:28,NIV When you are in pain, just come to God and talk to Him. Share to Him the things that are bothering you. He is your great comforter. He understands your heart, and He will strengthen your soul according to His word. Stay close to His arms. Do not depend on your own strength. Call upon God, and you will find rest in His arms. He can completely restore you. He can heal what’s broken. Connect to Him, and He will send help. Read your Bible so that you will be reminded about His promises. Keep them…
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Day 169 – Psalm 119:18
Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law. Psalm 119:18, NIV Pray that God will open your eyes so that you will learn to appreciate His laws. Sometimes, we can’t see its value because we think that it is just about God correcting us to do the right thing. But it’s not just about following what’s written in His word, but it’s about taking delight in His instructions. And we can only treasure everything that He has given us, including the words written in the Bible, if the Holy Spirit is in us. So keep praying and allow Him to teach you how to look at…
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Sometimes, your Increase comes after the mess
Where no oxen are, the manger is clean, but much revenue comes by the strength of the ox. Proverbs 14:4, NIV In the past years, farmers used oxen to help them yield a bountiful harvest. But before they receive great revenue, they still need to take good care of them and put them in the manger. And when the oxen are inside the manger, farmers are expected to see a mess and a dirty place that they need to clean from time to time. But despite this messy place, the farmers expect the oxen to do the work in their field. Their strength is really a great help for them.…
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The Enemy is Destined to Fail
Jesus already conquered everything. What he did on the cross is a powerful weapon that we can use against the enemy. Remember that the blood of Jesus can wash away the sins and strongholds in your life. So get up and don’t allow the negative voices that you hear to consume your thoughts. Remember that the enemy is destined to fail simply because Jesus won the victory 200 years ago. The evil things that happen in your life can never destroy you as long as you treat Jesus as your Savior. Claim His victory in your life, and you will never be shaken. Do not treat the negative things around…
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Day 168 – Psalms 119:11
I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you. Psalms 119:11, NIV The best way to avoid sin is to always remember the word of God. Hide His instructions and promises in your heart so that you will be guided. You need Him to teach you how to resist temptation. Stay in His presence and let your love for Him be greater than your selfish desires. Read the scriptures every day so that you will have ideas on how to live this life according to His will. Let the Holy Spirit speak to you and stop relying on your own understanding. Bear in mind…
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Journey through Eternity
Remember thatYou are on a journeyAnd it’s somethingYou can’t physically see You are walking along a pathThat will lead you to a placeWhere there is peaceAnd abundant blessings But you will go through muddy roadsAnd sometimes, the path will be smoothIt’s going to be an adventureThat will strengthen your soul Just stay rootedIn the arms of your SaviorSo that when you face obstaclesYou will not be destroyed Know that it’s a journeyThat will take you through eternityThere will be sacrifices along the wayBut it’s going to be worth all the pain
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You will know the Heart of the Person by their Fruits
Likewise, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. Matthew 7:17, NIV If you wanted to know what’s in the heart of the person, then look at his fruits. Try to identify the outcomes of his actions or the way he reacts to other people. A person’s action somehow reflects the things that are going on in his heart. A follower of God carries the fruit of the Holy Spirit with Him, and it includes love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Try to identify these traits to a person, and you will know if the Holy Spirit is with him. This…
