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What It Means To Have True Wealth
One person pretends to be rich, yet has nothing; another pretends to be poor, yet has great wealth. Proverbs 13:7, NIV How do you define wealth? Is it something that you can buy, touch, or see? Or is it something that you can feel and take with you even through eternity? Sometimes, we think that we are not rich enough because of the material things that we can’t possess or buy. We thought that the only way for us to feel comfortable and happy was for us to have more money. It’s not that money is bad, it’s just sometimes, we already put our trust and security on the temporary…
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Those Who Are In The Realm Of The Flesh Cannot Please God
The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace. The mind governed by the flesh is hostile to God; it does not submit to God’s law, nor can it do so. Those who are in the realm of the flesh cannot please God. Romans 8:6-8, NIV Since we live in this world, we are sometimes governed by standards and desires that will only satisfy our flesh. We seek temporary riches instead of focusing on Heavenly things. When the flesh governs our mind, it means that the worries and desires of this world occupy it. It’s okay to dream of a…
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It takes a Humble Heart to Ask for Help
Sometimes, we are so used to doing things on our own that we no longer consider other people’s opinions. Because we don’t want others to think bad about us, we tend to keep everything inside and try to solve our problems alone. We figure things out according to our own understanding, and we quit hoping that there are still genuine hearts who are willing to lend some help and support to us. Because we continuously received so many rejections in the past, we stopped depending on other people’s life. This is the reason why we can’t easily ask for help. We think that we no longer need others. It’s our…
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John 10:16, NIV
I have other sheep that are not of this sheep pen. I must bring them also. They too will listen to my voice, and there shall be one flock and one shepherd. John 10:16, NIV This is the desire of our shepherd. He wants His lost sheep to come back in His arms. He is confident that His wandering sheep will listen to His voice. You see, there are moments when we just think of our good and tend to forget the heart of God. He wants His people to come back to Him, and we as believers need to remember this. Let’s not do anything that will push them…
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Accepting the Pain Doesn’t Always mean Feeling Better about it
Sometimes, pain’s message and purpose are louder than the pain itself. When you get a bruise or physical wound, automatically, you will respond by remedying it. However, when your heart and soul get wounded, its cause is not always clear. You need to go to your deeper state and have to be willing to be involved in the process of diving in. But know that, you will not dive on it alone. Do not worry, for no matter how deep it might be, God can always pull you up to the surface. He just wants you to see the reasons for yourself. He wants you to know how the pain…
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Day 367 – Proverbs 2:6
For the Lord gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding. Proverbs 2:6, NIV If you can’t understand what’s going on in your life, then always keep this in mind. The Lord gives wisdom. So seek Him and allow Him to teach you what to do. Do not rely on your own understanding. Instead, meditate on His word and let His wisdom guide you to the right path. It’s so easy to follow our own opinions especially when we are too occupied by our emotions, but we need to remember that there are a lot of things that we need to learn first. So consult the only One who…
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Day 352 – Proverbs 19:2
Desire without knowledge is not good— how much more will hasty feet miss the way! Proverbs 19:2, NIV God planted a desire in your heart, but you must do your part. There are a lot of things that you still need to consider to fully acquire that dream. Gain the necessary knowledge and wisdom that you need. Seek His word and learn from His ways. Ask for guidance from the Holy Spirit and seek advice from those people who are already walking ahead of you. Do not make decisions out of extreme emotions. Look at the consequences of your choices, and please take your time. Don’t be in a hurry…
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Day 329 – Matthew 7:11
If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him! Matthew 7:11, NIV Keep praying to God and submit to Him all your worries and cares. Share to Him everything that’s bothering you. Know that your precious time with Him is like incense on His throne. So continue to lift up your hands even when you feel weary and tired. Surrender all your cares and worries, for He knows the perfect path that you need to take. He is listening to the cries of your heart. He knows…
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Day 293 – Proverbs 19:2
Also it is not good for a person to be without knowledge, and he who hurries his footsteps errs. Proverbs 19:2, NIV If you have something great in mind that you desire to happen, then find some time to acquire the necessary knowledge that you need for you to be prepared. Be more intentional in finding the skills to help you achieve your desires. Do not be in a hurry. Take your time to go through the process and cease the lesson you must learn. Allow yourself to experience the things that are very crucial for your growth and maturity. Be patient and choose to wait. You will commit so…
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When God gave you a Desire that is beyond your ability
God’s purpose in your life is always greater than yourself, and it’s not that He wants to make you feel intimidated, but He wants you to trust in Him and rely on His grace. When the desires that He planted is beyond what you can do, then it means that God will move in your life. He doesn’t want you to boast in your own ability. Instead, you need to depend on Him. You will know that it’s a God-given dream when you acknowledge to yourself that you can’t do it on your own because by then, you will fully trust in God’s hands. Thank Him because He planted that…
