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Don’t let other people’s standards dictate your direction
Having someone happy can also make you feel the same. It feels great when you finally get validation and acceptance from the people you seek. However, although it feels great, it could also be a reason that you will forget yourself along the way. It’s part of our nature to feel loved and valued. However, because we are too hungry for it, we carelessly welcome every opportunity without deeply thinking about how it could affect us. Seeking validation is fine, but looking for it in the wrong places and people is not. You need to understand how to decipher good advice from expectations. Good advice will always give you room…
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Day 471 – Luke 23:46
Jesus called out with a loud voice, “Father, into your hands I commit my spirit.” When he had said this, he breathed his last. Luke 23:46, nIV These are the last words that Jesus said before He died on the cross. In His last breath, Jesus chose to commit His spirit to our Heavenly Father despite all the pain and suffering that He experienced. He didn’t resent the will of God. Jesus chose to humbly accept it. He didn’t feel bitter because God chose to save us rather than Him. He lived and died according to God’s purpose and timeline. His life is a very wonderful reminder for us to…
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Sometimes, Losing means Gaining in the presence of God
Losing is not bad, but it is a matter of perspective. When you lose, you feel like a part of you has been torn apart or taken away from you. What’s worse is that you feel like what you have been working so hard for suddenly fades like nothing happened. Watching what you have worked hard for just taken for granted by the people who did not even know what you’ve experienced is painful. When your efforts and sacrifices depend on the standards of people who will not see your value, then whatever you do will never meet their expectations. That is why it is vital to put your measures…
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God knows why it Hurts
Your tears are meaningful to God simply because He knows the stories behind them. So if you think that nobody cares for you, then remember your Heavenly Father. He knows what you are going through. He is aware of the exact reasons behind your deepest wounds. You are not alone. God understands you. In fact, He knows you better than you know yourself. You may ask why it hurts so much, but He holds the answer. If you think you can no longer handle the pain, then cry it out to God, and He will give you the comfort and assurance you need. Stay in His arms and let His…
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Day 470 – Luke 23:34
Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” Luke 23:34, NIV Jesus said these words when He was crucified on the cross. He humbly asked forgiveness for those people who caused Him pain. He acknowledged that those people do not know what they are doing. This kind of heart is really amazing. How can you possibly ask God to forgive those who brutally hurt you? But Jesus did it anyway. His heart is just full of compassion and love despite the suffering that He experienced. This is a great reminder for us to do good to those who hurt us. This may not be…
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God’s got your back
The stronger the enemy attacks you, the greater the value will be. The enemy mostly attacks what is important to you. He strikes your relationships. He surrounds you with temptations and options, slowly destroying your treasure. Yes, you have the drive and the choice to make in your life, but that doesn’t excuse you from what the enemy wants from you. He will shower you with things that are very convincing yet very soul-destructive choices. He will convince you that you are only doing what’s best or maybe try to make you feel better from guilt by convincing you that it is what other people are doing. He could also…
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If you can’t see the Light Ahead, Look Back and Remember God’s Faithfulness
There are days when you can’t find your way out. The future is so blurry, and it feels like you are surrounded by darkness. If you can’t see hope in the present, choose to remember God’s faithfulness. Look back and recall the amazing miracles that He did in the past. Reminisce those moments when He protected you from the wrong choices. Know that if He took good care of you before, then He will certainly do the same thing over and over again. God has been so faithful in your life. He gave you blessings more than you deserve. Yes, you went through devastating moments, but you can never deny…
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Day 469 – Luke 23:23-24
But with loud shouts they insistently demanded that he be crucified, and their shouts prevailed. So Pilate decided to grant their demand. Luke 23:23-24, niV When Jesus was in front of the crowd, Pilate asked their opinion about what they wanted to do with Jesus. He chose to listen to the people rather than do what was right. Pilate was so consumed with the desire to please others rather than follow his conscience. Sometimes, we are also like Pilate. When we are challenged to fight for our faith, we tend to listen to the voices of the crowd, thinking that what they want is the right thing to do. But…
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Every Heartbreak is an Opportunity to see your Value
Heartbreaks are not punishment. Most of them come into our lives because they are destined to be. Sometimes, it will make you feel vulnerable. You may think you are hated by life because you need to suffer and face the consequences. But know that God does not hate or condemn you. Instead, look at the other side of things. Maybe He wants to build yourself more. He wants to bring out the best by letting you go through something that will make you see more of His presence. It’s your chance to depend on Him. To bring yourself to Him and find yourself longing for Him more. Know that heartbreaks…
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Staying positive is not easy
There will be momentsWhen you feel so tiredYou wanted to restBecause pressure is around Days will comeProblems become overwhelmingYou will be left cluelessFacing the doubt and the unknown If you feel soPlease take a pauseTake some restSleep and gather strength It’s okay to feel tiredYou are humanAnd it’s part of lifeIt is typical for all Take one step at a timeAlways remember GodHe will be there for youJust continue to walk May every journeyBe about you and HimAcknowledge Him alwaysBecause He is with you You may get hurtYou may feel painYour heart may be brokenBut He will be your strength Do not be afraidJust let Him be your friendCall upon…
