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Romans 13:14, NIV
Rather, clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and do not think about how to gratify the desires of the flesh. Romans 13:14, NIV Focus on following Jesus. Remember His ways, and never forget those moments when He gave you life-changing lessons. Do His will despite the negative things that are going on deep within. When you do this, the desires of your flesh will no longer control you. The enemy won’t be able to tempt you to follow the principles of this world. If you put Jesus at the center of your life, you will always be guided. So connect to Him every single day. Thirst for more of…
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Romans 13:12, NIV
The night is nearly over; the day is almost here. So let us put aside the deeds of darkness and put on the armor of light. Romans 13:12, NIV Put on the armor of light. Choose to love the people around you. Abide in God’s instructions. Let Him direct you. The night is nearly over. Jesus will reign. His Kingdom will manifest on earth as it is in heaven. Hope is here. So don’t allow the darkness to reign. Let go of your sins, surrender your selfish desires, and let God be the author of your life. Put aside the deeds of the darkness. Don’t allow the lies of the…
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Romans 8:5, NIV
Those who live according to the flesh have their minds set on what the flesh desires; but those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on what the Spirit desires. Romans 8:5, NIV What are the things that you focus on? What are your concerns in life? Is it about the desires of your flesh? Or the important things that your spirit needs? You see, this world will somehow tempt you to focus on what you can see, taste and hear. There will be days when the desires of your flesh are stronger than the desires of your spirit. When that happens, always remember what the…
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Choosing Jesus is not always that easy, but it’s worth it
Walking with Jesus is like going through a narrow road. You will experience hardships. Many times, you will find it difficult to choose Him over the temporary pleasures that this world could offer. You are like in a middle of a war wherein you need to fight against your own desires. Because many times, God’s will is so different from what our flesh wants. This is the reason why Jesus told His disciples that to follow Him somehow means carrying your own cross. You need to constantly give up the temporary things that you want so that you will receive eternal gifts from God. It’s a hard choice because it…
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Something in your Life will Always be more Significant Than your own Desires
To experience absolute freedom in this life, you must acknowledge the reality that there will always be something and someone more significant than you. Doing your best based on being recognized is fine, but to be the best of the best in one thing will only bring you a distraction. Being on the top will give you an ecstatic feeling that is very addicting but know that that place is replaceable. You will never be satisfied if you just have yourself on your life’s journey. If you only rely on happiness for things that you will achieve, you will not experience genuine peace and absolute joy. Real success and victory…
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Sometimes, God will ask you to do things beyond your Ability and Strength
You may be wondering why God put a desire in your heart that seems so impossible to happen but know that you are on the right track. You are not alone. God speaks to His people and often asks them to do things beyond their own strength simply because He wants them to encounter more of Him. So if you are carrying a very big dream in your heart, then God wants you to walk along the journey with Him. He is inviting you to live a life full of faith and dependence. You will reach the dreams that He planted in your heart through His grace and guidance. You…
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Day 440 – Luke 12:15
Then he said to them, “Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; life does not consist in an abundance of possessions.” Luke 12:15, NIV Do not allow greed to take over. You may have your own desires, but choose to acknowledge the will of God. Ask Him first before you acquire possessions that will just last for a moment. Be on your guard. Always check your heart. Every time you do something, learn to ask yourself if what you are doing is for the glory of God or just for your own greed. Do not allow the riches of this world to hinder you from doing…
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God can Help you Fill the Joy that your Heart Desires
Living this life is like walking along the journey that God designed. Over time, you have experienced different things and events that brought you pain and joy. The feeling of happiness and satisfaction is what most people have always been looking for. Some expressed joy in their answered prayers of work, school, or acquiring material things. Some also look at it from different angles. Others look for it through reading inspirational quotes and books and searching for hacks and easier ways to find one. How one defines joy depends on how one sees life. Happiness is sometimes made. Remember that God already provided you everything that you need. However, this…
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Let your Dreams be Greater than your Problems
You can never control the situation that you will experience. Sometimes, you will meet circumstances that will test your desires. It will shake your character and the way you perceive life. That’s why you need to have a strong foundation that will help you fight against the negative voices in your head. Let your dreams be bigger than your problems and fears so that when you encounter painful moments, you can immediately remember the things that you deeply desire. It will fuel your motivation and help you stay on track. When you are surrounded by so many distractions, your dreams will remind you to keep going. When you can’t stop…
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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…
