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God Gives Us The Chance To Choose
We are not robots. Every day, we are given the chance to make choices in life. All of us are given the freedom to do the things that we want. It’s just sometimes, we feel like we are trapped, because it’s so difficult to choose the right decision. We just can’t find the strength to move because our fears and pains fully consume us. Nevertheless, God didn’t take away that freedom from us. It’s one of the best gifts He gave to us. This truth is very important for us to remember. We will go through situations in life when we feel like someone is controlling us, but in reality,…
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The Unspoken Thoughts Of A Wounded Heart: Day 3
Dear God, I find myself easily frustrated. When people do something unexpected, I tend to withdraw and create my own boundaries. When I’m disappointed, I think of negative things towards others. Is there something wrong with me, Lord? Is there something I need to face? The things that have happened recently seemed to remind me of the pain I used to experience. Is this a sign that I am not yet healed? Perhaps, I’m became so sensitive because I can’t help but think about those people who hurt me before. I was affected because I kept on hiding the wounds that I thought you already healed. I failed to face…
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When People Lack Self-Control
Like a city whose walls are broken through is a person who lacks self-control. Proverbs 25:28, NIV A city with broken walls has no defense. It means that the enemy could potentially attack and destroy it anytime. It has no stability, and the sad thing about it is that it can’t protect the valuable things inside. This is what it feels like when people lack self-control. They are like cities that don’t have security. Any time, there’s a possibility that the valuable things that they keep will be eventually destroyed and shattered. Sometimes, we think that if we keep on doing the things that we want without thinking of the…
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Choose the one that will lead you to experience more of God’s love
When life throws so many options, and you find it hard to make the right decision, just choose the one that will lead you to experience more of God’s love. Set your eyes on Jesus. Only then will you be guided in the right direction. Sometimes, when we are overwhelmed by what’s happening around us, we tend to forget the One that matters most in the end. We focus on things that will pacify what we feel. We avoid the hard choices because it takes so much courage to do it. But when you face every situation with God, He will always lead you to love. Most of the time,…
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Let Love lead you to the Right Decision
You will go through moments when you need to make serious decisions that will affect your future. In those times, your philosophy in life will be tested. You will be challenged to either listen to what your flesh wants or what God wants for you. That’s why you need to remember His love because it’s what will keep you stay rooted in His will. Love is like a light that will lead you to the arms of God. It’s what will keep you strong and motivated. So when the situation that you face forces you to make difficult decisions, then may you have the courage to always choose love above…
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Sometimes, It only takes One bold Decision for you to Experience Freedom
There is still hope. You can still experience the freedom that you long for. You don’t have to carry the burdens on your own. You don’t have to stay in a cage where you feel so alone. You can step outside the pain of the past. It’s just one decision away. You may think that it’s too impossible, but God is powerful. He can do all things. You just need to choose Him. You need to boldly take a step outside your comfort zone. It won’t be easy, but God will give you the strength that you need. Nothing will happen if you don’t change your perspective. You need to…
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Acts 1: 24-26, NIV
Then they prayed, “Lord, you know everyone’s heart. Show us which of these two you have chosen to take over this apostolic ministry, which Judas left to go where he belongs.” Then they cast lots, and the lot fell to Matthias; so he was added to the eleven apostles. Acts 1: 24-26, NIV Jesus’ disciples asked for His help in choosing the right person. They acknowledged the truth that He knows everyone’s heart. They need someone who could take over the tasks of Judas – the one who betrayed Jesus through a kiss. Before they cast lots, they prayed first to Jesus and asked for His guidance. They didn’t make…
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Forgiveness is also a Process
It’s hard to forget the pain, especially when it comes from the people you dearly love and care for. This is the reason why you need to go through the process and learn to forgive. It’s not just a one-time, big-time decision that you need to make. It’s a constant declaration – an everyday decision. You need to face the impact of the mistakes that they made. Things won’t be easy but remember that real forgiveness is not about forgetting the pain but it’s about trusting that God will help you along the healing process. You forgive not just for the sake of the offender, but you do it to…
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Faith comes first before the Act of Surrender
You can never fully lay down the burdens to God if you don’t have enough faith to believe that He will take good care of you. You will find it hard to surrender if, all this time, you keep on telling yourself that you are all alone. You need faith first before you learn to let go of certain things. Trust in His ways and know that He loves you so much. His love will cast out all your fears. It will give you the strength to keep going despite of worries and doubts. Believe that better days are coming. Receive the hope that He wants to give you. Let…
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Just Love God, And Everything Else Will Follow
If you wanted to know how to stay connected with God, then you only need to make this decision every day. Choose to love Him with all your heart, and everything else will follow. When you learn to love others, you will always think of the things that will please them. You will begin to forget your selfish desires and choose to serve them with the best you have. You wanted them to be happy. And that’s how you can also show love to God. Follow His words and choose to abide in His ways. At the end of the day, everything He wants us to do is for our…
