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Seek God’s Wisdom
Those who trust in themselves are fools, but those who walk in wisdom are kept safe. Proverbs 28:26, NIV Before I met God, I often made decisions on my own. I made plans for myself and failed to consider other people. I trusted my own timeline. There are even times when I feel disappointed whenever my goals or expectations aren’t met. I wanted everything to be in control, and it led me to a lot of frustrations. After that, I realized that I had failed to acknowledge God throughout the process. I listened to my own voice instead of consulting Him. I chose to rely on my own understanding. I…
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You Have A Father Who Deeply Loves You
If you are one of those people who grew up in a fatherless home, then keep this in mind: “You have a Father who deeply loves you.” The pain that you feel from your earthly father may somehow hinder you from trusting others, but keep in mind that you have a Heavenly Father who will always be there for you. You can trust Him. He will never abandon you, or make you feel alone. He will continue to do good things in your life, and He will take good care of you. So don’t just live this life on your own, remember God, for He is there with you. Surrender…
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How to Surrender the Pain?
This is one of the hardest questions I ever asked myself. When the wounds are so deep and they are still fresh, you will be tempted to think that healing is no longer possible. Sometimes, it feels like it’s the end of the world. Darkness, hopeless future, emptiness, and life without meaning – these are just few of the things you need to deal with. This is the reason why it seems so hard to surrender the pain. But then, the good news is that Jesus did it first, and we can absolutely follow Him. When He was on the cross, he was in pain and suffering. He was heavily…
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The unspoken thoughts of A Wounded Heart: Day 4
Dear God, I just remembered a painful memory. It was when I felt so alone as a kid. There was this season in my childhood days when I was forced to grow up so that I could take good care of others. I need to forget about playing or having fun with my friends. I need to stand up and fight my own battles, without having any support. I never thought how painful it was not until I experienced what it felt like to be a child again. All along, I was carrying this memory as if it’s part of my identity. Father, I know that you have a reason…
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We Need To Learn How To Deal With Gossips
The words of a gossip are like choice morsels; they go down to the inmost parts. Proverbs 26:22, NIV Sometimes, people find satisfaction in spreading news that could potentially hurt others. They somehow label it as satisfying and entertaining. This is a sad truth that many of us experienced. We will meet someone who likes to talk about other people’s mistakes or weaknesses. And maybe, they think that it was normal and not really a big deal, but let’s wait until they also experience the same thing. Only then will they realize how painful it is. According to the book of Proverbs, the words of gossip are like choice morsels;…
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Romans 8:32, NIV
He who did not spare His own Son, but gave Him up for us all- how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? Romans 8:32, NIV Your Father in Heaven loves you so much. If He was able to offer the life of His Son so that you will be saved, then He will graciously give you all things. It means that He will provide what you need. He will give you more than enough grace. So set your eyes on His love. When you are going through so many struggles, and you can’t understand what’s going on, then come to God. Let Him comfort…
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Work on things that Brings Glory to God
You may not always understand why God would ask you to do certain things that are too difficult and challenging but keep following His voice. Do what brings glory to His name, and you will realize that everything that He asks you to do is for your own good. One day, when you look back, you will see the hands of God molding you into a person you never expect to be. The situations that He allowed you to experience gave you a chance to grow from the inside out. The pain leads you to build foundations that are strong enough to sustain you, especially when you encounter storms. The…
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May you have the Courage to Choose what Matters most in the End
This world will present to you so many aspects that you need to prioritize, and the challenge is, how will you be able to choose the right priorities? Your decision-making abilities will be tested along the way. You will encounter situations that will make you realize the things that you value in life. And when you are in the middle of the storm, God will slowly open your eyes to the things that you treated as important, but in reality, it will lead you to destruction. That’s why it takes a courageous heart to accept the truth that we sometimes choose the wrong priorities. It takes humility to acknowledge God’s…
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God wants you to Feel His Love
If you only see the hands of God in your life, you will realize that you are truly loved. If you only appreciate all the things that He did for you, then you will surely feel blessed even in the midst of struggles and problems. God wants you to feel His love every single moment. He wants to heal your wounds and fill your empty heart. He wants to be with you all throughout the days of your life. It’s His delight to see you prosper. He wants you to be a better person. But you need to go through the process. You need to walk along the path that…
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John 19:7, NIV
The Jewish leaders insisted, “We have a law, and according to that law he must die, because he claimed to be the Son of God.” John 19:7, NIV Jesus was accused as the son of God. Even if this is the truth, He was punished because of what He did. He suffered because the people around him couldn’t bear the truth that He was carrying. But despite the pain that He experienced, Jesus kept going. He never allowed the treatment of other people to stop Him from doing the will of the Father. He focused on what He needed to do not for the sake of protecting Himself but for…
