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Day 148 – Psalm 100:4
Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and praise His name. Psalm 100:4, NIV Remember the good things that God did in your life this Christmas season. Recall those blessings that you received from Him even in moments when you are struggling. Enter His gates with thanksgiving. He sustained you all throughout the year. Things may not always go according to your plans, but choose to be grateful for what He did in your life. Praise His name. Remember His goodness. He provided for what you needed. He never fails to sustain you with His grace. So glorify the name of the Lord.…
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God is not just Leading you to a Place, but He is Transforming your Heart
God is not just after your destination, but He is also looking forward to your transformation. You can only appreciate the place that He prepared the moment your heart and mind are renewed. So if you wonder why you need to go through the difficult path, then let this be your reminder. God is teaching you lessons that will transform the way you see your life. You need to go through the obstacles so that your heart will be aligned to His will, and you will discover more of Him. When He sees that you have already reached your potential, then He will give you what He prepared. If you…
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What makes the Blessings Valuable is the Giver
Have you ever remembered the last time you receive a gift from the person you dearly love? How did you feel when you opened the gift? For sure you feel happy and delighted not just because of the value of the gift but more importantly because of the person who gave it. And the same thing happens to the good things you receive. The blessings around you are so valuable not because you need them but because God gives them to you. Imagine the Creator of this world who is so big and powerful gives you precious gifts every day. That’s how important you are in His eyes, and that’s…
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May God give you the Courage to walk Even if you don’t understand what’s Happening
Life is not easy. No matter how much you try to avoid conflicts and problems, you will still face them because you can’t control the things around you. What you can do is trust God despite all the hardships you experienced. May He give you the courage that you need to take another step even if you don’t understand what’s going on in your life. Your situation may appear so messy, and you may feel so tired but keep in mind that you can do all things as long as you trust in Him. Remember that this life is not about understanding everything that’s happening, but it’s about staying with…
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The Victory Starts in your Mind
Your mindset plays a very important role in dealing with your problems. It’s very difficult to overcome the challenges if, even in your thoughts, you are already defeated. You need to think of the good things that will happen. Never forget that you are a child of God. You can do all things through Christ, who gives you the strength that you need. Let His power give you the courage to conquer the doubts and worries inside your mind. Believe in His promises and do not listen to the lies of the enemy. When you know how to fight the battle within, you will no longer find it hard to…
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The New Season marks another Lesson to learn
The new season is not always scary. Sometimes, it will take you to places where you will learn exciting things. So don’t be afraid and keep walking. Look forward to the opportunities that God prepared to help you grow and prosper. It’s going to be worth all your efforts and pain. Remember that the lessons you will learn are priceless treasures, and nobody can take them away from you. If you apply them, then you will surely reap the harvest. It may take some time, but it’s going to be so fulfilling on the inside. Know that God will never ask you to go through a new season without preparing…
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You will fail to Appreciate the Blessings if you always Focus on what’s Missing
There are so many reasons to be happy. But sad to say, you fail to see the blessings around you because you choose to focus on what’s missing. If you only open your eyes to the good things that God is doing, then you will surely live this life full of joy and peace. Maybe your expectations are just too high, and your standards are not aligned to God. That’s why you can’t appreciate the simple yet important things around you. Never depend your happiness and fulfillment on other people or the things that you want to have. It’s a choice that you need to make. Choose to be happy…
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You can’t have a Perfect Life but you can live with a Fully Satisfied Heart
You will experience unexpected circumstances in life, and sometimes, it’s going to break your heart. Things will not be perfect, but you can choose to live with a fully satisfied heart. And it matters on how you see the world around you. If you keep on focusing on your expectations, then you will be disappointed because no matter what you do, you can’t simply control your situation. That’s why you need to set your eyes on what you can manage. And that’s the status of your heart. If you learn to be content and happy with what you have, then you will magnify the blessings of God. You will see…
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Don’t Wait until you Lose everything before you learn to be Content
You don’t have to own expensive cars or build big mansions before you decide to be happy. It’s a choice that you need to make every single day. Remember that earthly wealth is so fleeting, and if you depend on your happiness based on what you have, you will live a miserable life. Don’t wait until you lose all your money and health before you learn to be content. You are surrounded by so many blessings. And it’s not about the expensive things you have, but it’s all about finding joy even in the simplest miracles. Look unto God, and He will teach you how to see the world around…
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Forgiveness Requires a Lot of Courage
Deep wounds need time to heal. The pain will not usually fade in an instant. You must go through a long process, and it’s not that easy. That’s why forgiving those people who broke your heart takes a lot of courage. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible to do it. You can extend mercy to others as long as you stop relying on your own strength and understanding. Trust in God and let Him guide you to the right steps. He will change your heart, and with Him, you will learn how to humbly accept other people’s mistakes. He will let you see the bigger picture so that you will…
