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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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Romans 10:9, NIV
If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. Romans 10:9, NIV This is how you will be saved. You need to declare that Jesus is Lord. It means that you acknowledge Him as the King of your life. You accepted Him as your God and Savior. You chose to treat Him as your redeemer. You need to believe that God raised Him from the dead. Jesus defeated death. He overcame the grave. And because He rose on the third day, we are now given the chance to experience eternity with Him. Jesus’ resurrection…
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God will Surprise you in Ways you can Never Imagine
God is working even in the midst of storms and problems. You may not feel His presence, but He is there. He is giving you the grace you didn’t even deserve. He prepared surprises that will make you realize who He truly is. So don’t make any conclusions yet. There are still a lot of things that will happen. Your life may appear the same, but the truth is, behind every difficulty that you experience is a chance for you to see real transformation in your life. You always have a choice, but the weird thing is even if you take the wrong path, God will still lead you back…
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Acts 1:3, NIV
After his suffering, he presented himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God. Acts 1:3, NIV Jesus is alive. He won the victory. His disciples witnessed the physical evidence of the biggest miracle that this world had ever experienced. Jesus rose again. It means that He already conquered death. He didn’t even stay with His disciples for only a few hours. Instead, He appeared to them over a period of forty days. Jesus didn’t leave them without preparing their hearts. He continued to speak about the Kingdom of God.…
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John 21:19, NIV
Jesus said this to indicate the kind of death by which Peter would glorify God. Then he said to him, “Follow me!” John 21:19, NIV After Simon Peter betrayed Jesus, our Savior still invited him to follow His ways. He redeemed Peter and encouraged him to feed and care for His sheep. He trusted Peter again despite all the mistakes that He had made in the past. You see, Jesus forgives the sinners. If He could redeem Peter, then He can absolutely save you. But the one thing you need to do is humble yourself and surrender everything in His presence. Come to Him, and don’t let the guilt fully…
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John 11: 43-44, NIV
When he had said this, Jesus called is a loud voice, “Lazarus, come out!” The dead man came out, his hands and feet wrapped with strips of linen, and a cloth around his face. Jesus said to them, “Take off the grace clothes and let him go.” John 11: 43-44, NIV Jesus raised Lazarus from the grave. He is powerful enough to give life to those who are dead. And He is the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow. This may seem impossible, especially in our days where everything is already explained in science, but the Holy Spirit is doing miracles in the present and the future days to come. God…
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Day 486 – John 5:24
Very truly I tell you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life and will not be judged but has crossed over from death to life. John 5:24, NIV This is like a promise that Jesus gave to us. If we hear His word and believe in the God who sent Him, we will receive eternal life. We will not be judged, and we will overcome death. Imagine Jesus gave us a chance to experience eternity despite the things that we did. All the evil deeds you commit will be purified in the presence of God. If you just believe and hear His word, then…
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Day 262 – Colossians 3:5
Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry. Colossians 3:5, NIV There are certain pleasures that we have that can negatively affect our souls. Try to check your heart if sexual immoralities, impurity, lust, evil desires, and greed are inside. Ask God to purify your soul and allow Him to transform you from the inside out. Be humble and surrender the sins you’ve been carrying all this time. God will never condemn you. In fact, He will help you overcome those selfish desires you have. Just don’t fight the battle alone. Receive the love of God and…
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Seeking God’s wisdom
Blessed are those who listen to me, watching daily at my doors, waiting at my doorway. For those who find me find life and receive favor from the Lord. But those who fail to find me harm themselves; all who hate me love death.” Proverbs 8: 34-36, NIV If you want to live this life in victory, then you need God’s wisdom. Sometimes, you can’t instantly receive it from God, but you must seek it with all your heart. And only then will you receive the blessings that He prepared. You need wisdom not just to guide you in times of problems, but it should be part of your life.…
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Day 165 – Psalm 116:15
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his faithful servants. Psalm 116:15, NIV God looks at the suffering you experienced for Him as precious. If you think that your life here on earth is a waste because of the challenges you face, just remember that as long as you do what’s right in the eyes of God, everything you are going through will never be in vain. God sees your heart. And He knows your desires. So keep following Him even if it means walking along the difficult path. Continue to glorify His name because the pain that you feel inside will bear fruit that will…
