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John 15:15, NIV
I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you. John 15: 15, NIV Jesus calls us friends. It means that He gave us the opportunity to discover a lot of things in His Kingdom. Having a friend like Jesus is like gaining a priceless treasure. Remember that He treats us not as a servant who is just waiting for His master’s instructions but He is a friend who can connect to our hearts. He can reveal to us the wonders of His love through…
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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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John 14:18, NIV
I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you. John 14:18, NIV Jesus gave us the Holy Spirit to guide and lead us while we are here on earth. We can treat Him as our best friend. If you think that you are on your own and nobody cares for you, then always remember that the Holy Spirit will always be there. You may not see Him, but if you just open your heart to His presence, you will realize that He is with you all this time. You are not an orphan. Your Father in Heaven loves you so much. In fact, He gave you a…
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John 11: 43-44, NIV
When he had said this, Jesus called is a loud voice, “Lazarus, come out!” The dead man came out, his hands and feet wrapped with strips of linen, and a cloth around his face. Jesus said to them, “Take off the grace clothes and let him go.” John 11: 43-44, NIV Jesus raised Lazarus from the grave. He is powerful enough to give life to those who are dead. And He is the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow. This may seem impossible, especially in our days where everything is already explained in science, but the Holy Spirit is doing miracles in the present and the future days to come. God…
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John 8:36, NIV
God will give you a chance to experience freedom. If you receive Him in your life, you will no longer be enslaved by your sins. If you truly treat Him as your Savior and King, then you will live a righteous life in His arms. The Holy Spirit will empower you to do the right thing. He will transform your heart and make it new. In such a way, the pleasures of this world can no longer easily tempt you. They will no longer appear as attractive in your eyes because your heart is now focused on doing His will. Following God is not easy, but it will lead you…
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It’s not that God is silent; Maybe you just can’t hear Him
There are moments in life when we can’t help but question God because He seems so silent. We try to ask for some help, but nothing happens. We try to utter heartfelt prayers, but still, we can’t feel His presence. We then think that maybe God is mad at us, or He doesn’t care at all. But the truth is, God is moving. Most of the time, He is speaking and leading you to the right path. You just can’t see it because you choose to focus on the wrong perspective. It seems that He is so silent, but the truth is, there’s a big possibility that you just can’t…
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Allow God to Help you Deal with your Trust Issues
You won’t be able to fully embrace God’s blessing in a relationship if you are still dealing with a lot of trust issues in your heart. You can’t fully appreciate the people around you if you keep building walls that will stop them from coming inside. You won’t be able to experience what it means to truly love others if you do not open your heart. Trust may not be easy to give because of the pain that you experienced, but you will feel like you are in a cage if you always keep your heart hidden. Things in your life will be limited. Yes, you need to protect yourself…
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Day 436 – Luke 11:13
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 the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!” Luke 11:13, NIV The Holy Spirit is like a precious gift that you can receive from God. He is your guide and can give you the assurance you need. In Him, you will discover the beauty of this world despite the pain and brokenness that you experienced. He will show you miracles and wonders that your mind can’t easily comprehend. He will give you the comfort and strength that you need. So receive the Holy Spirit so…
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Day 426 – Luke 8:48
Then he said to her, “Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace.” Luke 8: 48, NIV Jesus healed a woman who had been bleeding for twelve years. Her faith caused her to experience the miracle that she’s been waiting for. Our Savior didn’t notice her at first, but He felt the Holy Spirit moving, and it’s all because the woman believed with all her heart that Jesus could heal her. This is a great reminder for us to believe in the power of Jesus. We may sometimes think that there is no hope left, but just like the bleeding woman, choose to receive the healing that God prepared…
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Day 420 – Luke 8:21
He replied, “My mother and brothers are those who hear God’s word and put it into practice.” Luke 8: 21, NIV Jesus treats those who obey the word of God as His closest companion. You may think that you are close to His heart, but the real people who have an intimate relationship with Him are those who follow His words. They bear lasting fruits that bless not just their lives but also those who are hurting and broken. So don’t just listen to His words and do nothing. Ask the Holy Spirit to give you the strength to keep following Him even in seasons when you can’t understand what’s…
