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Why is it Hard to Surrender?
When painful memories try to dominate my thoughts, when tears keep flowing, and when fear wants to reign, people will often say that I need to surrender. “Lift them up to God.” “Stop carrying the pain.” “Let go.” “Surrender.” These words are so easy to utter but so hard to do. How I wish I could easily dictate my heart not to be afraid. How I wish it was just a switch that I could easily turn on or off. If only things were not that complicated. It’s hard. It’s not easy to let go, especially when you want to control everything that is happening around you. It’s painful to…
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One day, You’ll make Courageous Decisions that will Change your Life
You are not that weak and powerless to make courageous decisions in life. You may feel like you don’t have the strength to do it because the pain tries to rule in your heart, but there is still hope. When you are ready, you’ll get there. When the time is right, you’ll be able to overcome all your fears. So, while waiting for that wonderful moment, just be patient with yourself. Take some time to release the burdens to God. Surrender to Him all your worries. Don’t pressure yourself too much. Just because you can’t find the courage to make any changes doesn’t mean there’s no hope left. It’s just…
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Why is it Hard to Let Go?
There’s this quote that made me realize why, somehow, it’s hard for people to let go of certain things in their lives. It says, “Empty hearts cannot let go.” This is a very deep revelation for me. Now, I realize why there are times when it seems so hard to let go of the things that are no longer helping me. It’s because all this time, my heart is empty. Part of me is scared of what might happen next. What if I will no longer receive the same opportunity? What if things will get worst? What if I will feel alone along the way? My mind is bombarded with…
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What is Faith?
Sometimes, it’s hard to describe the things that you can’t see. How can you even put words to what you want to happen but never really grasp its existence? Faith is not just a belief; it’s like trust, hope, love, surrender, grace, and courage combined in one word. It’s deep, and sometimes, it doesn’t make sense. It’s so easy to utter it but somehow hard to exercise. There are even days when it’s painful to keep our faith. There are instances when it hurts to trust in God’s ways. But I guess this is what it means to truly believe in Him. It takes a heart that’s willing to surrender.…
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God Hears You
As for me, I call to God, and the Lord saves me. Evening, morning and noon I cry out in distress, and he hears my voice. Psalms 55:16-17, NIV Have you ever felt so lost and in pain to the point of giving up everything? Evening, morning and noon, you are begging God to take away the burdens that you are carrying. You felt stressed and burned out. You felt so exhausted. David felt the same way. He also cried out to God in distress. Even though he believed in His great love and power, he also had some fears. But the good thing is, he knew that God would…
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The Struggle of True Surrender
I used to think that surrendering meant simply standing still, doing nothing, and waiting for God to act. I believed that things would eventually change on their own, even if I chose not to engage with my circumstances. But over time, I realized that surrender goes much deeper than that. I learned that surrendering to God isn’t about inaction; it’s about choosing to align with His will instead of following my own selfish desires. It’s about listening to His guidance, even when the negative voices in my head try to drown it out. When faced with painful and unexpected situations, I always have two choices: I can rely on my…
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The Hidden Treasure Behind The Word “Humility”
When was the last time you felt truly inspired, so filled with purpose that you couldn’t help but step outside your comfort zone? What is it that ignites that fire within you, pushing you forward despite the challenges? These are the questions I ask myself whenever I feel drained or lost. They help me reconnect with the purpose behind my actions. And when I remember my “why,” I find the courage to keep going. Often, in those moments of doubt, God reminds me of the true meaning of “humility.” This word has a way of steering me back on track, especially when my motivation wavers and I struggle to give…
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What Happens When We Are Consumed by Selfish Ambition
For where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice. James 3: 16, NIV This passage calls us to regularly examine our hearts. When we become driven by selfish ambition or envy, disorder and confusion follow. Often, this arises when we compare our blessings to those of others. Envy takes root when we desire what others have, leading us to compromise our values in the pursuit of satisfaction. We become fixated on what we lack, mistakenly believing that achieving our selfish desires will bring happiness and fulfillment. Yet, no gain rooted in selfishness can ever fill the emptiness within. Let us be mindful not…
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Welcome the Suffering
As they were shouting and throwing off their cloaks and flinging dust into the air, the commander ordered that Paul be taken into the barracks. He directed that he be flogged and interrogated in order to find out why the people were shouting at him like this. Acts 22: 23-24, NIV This part of the scripture marked the start of Paul’s ministry while in chains. After this moment, he will defend himself to different authorities and will spend the rest of his time as a prisoner. This must’ve been the reason why the other disciples tried to stop him from going to Jerusalem. They were weeping for him. But then…
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Keep Doing Good And Receive God’s Favor
Good people obtain favor from the Lord, but he condemns those who devise wicked schemes. Proverbs 12:2, NIV Keep doing what is right in the eyes of God, and you will gain favor. You may think that nothing is happening, and it seems like all your efforts are wasted. But wait and see, God will prove to you that He is working behind the scenes. He is making a way for you. So if you feel tired of doing good, then claim the promise on this verse. God will surround you with His favor. There may be instances when people are tempted to take revenge, but remember the goodness of…
