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Allow Jesus to teach you what it means to Truly Love others
Love is not that easy to give, especially when you just rely on your own strength. When you are faced with imperfect people, you will realize that staying committed and connected to them is so difficult. This is the reason why you need Jesus to teach you how to truly love others. You must learn to rely on His grace and His strength so that you will be able to keep walking despite the mistakes that others committed. The love that He showed on the cross will help you realize what it means to die for yourself so that others will leave. It’s sacrificial love. It takes supernatural courage to…
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John 14:27, NIV
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. John 14:27, NIV You may go through unexpected events in life, but don’t let your hearts be troubled. Jesus already gave you the peace that you need. You just have to open your heart and receive it. You can take charge of your situation no matter how difficult it is. You can’t focus on God and allow His to take over. Do not be afraid. Your problems may appear big, but God is more powerful. Keep your faith…
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Your Relationship with God will greatly affect your Relationship with others
If you want to see all your relationships prosper, then there’s this very important thing that you can do. Focus on your relationship with God first, and everything else will follow. He is the author of love. He knows how to sustain you in every relationship that you have. Being with people is sometimes exhausting. Especially when you start to accept the truth that humans are imperfect and, at the same time, broken. There are times when you feel disappointed with them. There are days when you just can’t find the reason why you still need to hold on and stay in the relationship. You will be challenged to accept…
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John 14:26, NIV
But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you. John 14:26, nIV Jesus never leaves us alone. He sent the Holy Spirit to teach and remind us what to do when we go through trials and storms. He will be there to give us the instructions and strength that we need. So if you feel so weak and you no longer have the courage to pursue the purpose that God planted in your heart, then call upon the Holy Spirit. He will give you extraordinary strength. He will lead…
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Sometimes, you Unknowingly Neglect the important Blessings because you want Something Else
Focus on the things that matter most in the end. When your mind is bombarded with the standards of this world, there’s a tendency that you will miss the great blessings around you. Because you want something else, you unknowingly neglect the things that you truly need. The spirit of familiarity was already there that you think everything that you have right now will stay forever. You fail to value the presence of the people you love or treasure the opportunities that you have because it seems like they are part of your daily life. But the truth is, nothing is permanent in this world. You will someday lose the…
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The Bigger Picture won’t Make Sense if you keep on Focusing on Yourself
God’s purpose is always greater than the things that you personally need. He moves in ways you can never imagine. His wisdom surpasses your own understanding. That’s why you will find it hard to treasure and abide in His plans if you keep on focusing on yourself. You need to learn how to let go of your worries and cares. You will only see the bigger picture that God wanted to happen if you will stop listening to your own voice. Acknowledge the truth that God wants you to see things the way He sees them. Every situation that He allows you to experience comes with a lesson that will…
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You can still receive Peace even If you don’t know what’s Ahead
God can give you the peace that you need. He alone can pacify your troubled heart. Remember that He created you. That’s why He is aware of the things that you need in order for you to feel calm. So when you are not okay, and your mind can’t stop thinking about what tomorrow brings, then call upon God. Ask for His help, and He will be in the midst. He will give you the assurance that you need. Maybe you can’t live in peace because you chose to listen to the lies of the enemy. You no longer hear the voice of God because you allow your emotions to…
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John 13:35, NIV
By this, everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another. John 13:35, NIV People will know who we are by the love that we show to them. Jesus poured out His unfailing grace and mercy on us. He already gave us everything we needed. He equipped us to love and serve others. So instead of focusing on what’s wrong, choose to share the blessings that God gave to you. Freely offer to Him the things that you freely received. It may not always be easy, but remember that you can do all things through Christ who gives you strength. He will empower you to love…
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John 13: 14-15, NIV
Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should wash one another’s feet. I have set you an example that you should do as I have done for you. John 13:14-15, NIV Jesus washed His disciples’ feet to show them what it means to serve one another. His actions became their living reminder to humbly honor and help the people that God allowed them to meet. Many times in our lives, we will be challenged to love others, especially when they commit terrible mistakes. We find it hard to accept their imperfections and weaknesses. But then, let’s not forget what Jesus did. Let’s continue to…
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Change won’t happen if you keep on Dwelling in the past
You can only see changes in the present or in the future. It’s not evident in the past. So if you are still hoping for your life to be better while you keep on dwelling on what happened, then expect things to be the same. You need to move forward and focus on what you can change in the present. What you experienced may be painful to the point that you no longer have the courage to take another step, but remember that you can never bring back your past. You need to learn how to let go. It may not be that easy, but it’s the only way for…
