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When God Gives Instructions
While Peter was still thinking about the vision, the Spirit said to him, “Simon, three men are looking for you. So get up and go downstairs. Do not hesitate to go with them, for I have sent them.” Acts 10:19-20, NIV God instructed Cornelius to send men to Joppa. He didn’t really explain everything that would happen to him. Instead, He merely gave him a simple instruction. Without a doubt, Cornelius followed what the Lord said. And true enough when his men went to Peter. God already instructed him to welcome and go with them. He already prepared everything ahead. Indeed, it was the Lord who spoke to Cornelius simply…
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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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Putting Jesus at the Center of your Life isn’t just about Worshipping Him
Humans have the tendency to rely on their own strength and knowledge. And because we live in a modern world where we can easily get the things that we want, we tend to have this impatient attitude that somehow keeps us from experiencing the will of God. Not only that, when we are overwhelmed by our situation, we tend to allow our emotions to take over. We somehow forget the important things because we focus on what we are facing. Our strengths are limited. We are not perfect. This is the reason why we need Jesus in our lives. We must put Him at the center so that we will…
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Romans 10:17, NIV
Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard though the word about Christ. Romans 10:17, NIV If you want your faith to grow, you must consistently hear the message about Christ. You need to open the scriptures and read His words. Get to know Him more through the stories in the bible. Expose yourself to His principles so that you will be consistently guided by His instructions. Don’t dwell on your own understanding. Let the life of Jesus remind you to do the right thing. Let your faith flourish by meditating on His words. Only then will you be able to realize how beautiful it is…
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The Truth will set you Free
If you feel like you are in a bondage of sin and you can’t find your way out, then keep in mind that God’s truth can set you free. There is still hope. The darkness around you will fade, and soon, you will walk in the light again. So don’t be discouraged. Jesus will set you free from the chains that bind you from doing His will. All you need to do is believe and have faith in His words. You need to live according to His truth. This may not be an easy thing to do, but you need to stop relying on your own understanding. God knows everything.…
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Believe with all your heart that God is Guiding you
When you go through so many trials and tragedies, there is a tendency that you won’t feel God’s presence. When you are so occupied by the things that are going on in your life, you will fail to notice the instructions of God, and you won’t be able to appreciate what He is doing behind the scenes. This is the reason why you need to believe with all your heart that God is always there, guiding you. Choose to acknowledge His presence even when you feel so confused and lost. Remember His words so that when the enemy injects so many lies in your head, you won’t be easily tempted…
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God is with you even in the Wilderness
One of the difficult moments in life is when you encounter problems that you think you can’t handle. It’s when you feel like you are walking in the darkness and there’s no one there to help. It’s when your tears can’t stop falling because of the pain you experienced. It’s like walking along the desert, and you can’t seem to find any shelter. It’s what we call the wilderness. It’s not easy to face it. It feels so devastating and painful, but the good news is God is always walking with you in the midst of storms and trials. He never let go of your hands. You may not feel…
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Sometimes, the Best way to Love Someone is to let them go
You can never control the people around you. There will be moments when you need to make painful decisions that will somehow make you realize what it truly means to love. There will be situations that will open your eyes to the reality that you are living in. Changes will be there, and it takes a brave heart to accept them. It’s not an easy thing to do. Letting go is painful, especially when you are too dependent on the person. It takes time and tears. But the good thing is, when you learn to allow someone to be free and grow, that’s when you will discover how wonderful love…
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Dear God, Please give me the strength to hold on to your Promises
This life is not easy, Lord. Many times, I’m easily tempted to give up, especially when I experience pain in life. I am not a superhero who can solve all my problems. But even if I have limitations, I know that I can ask for some strength from you. So this is the cry of my heart. Please teach me how to hold on to your words, especially in the midst of the storm. I just find it so difficult to believe in your promises when negative things surround me. It seems so impossible. But even if I can’t see them yet, please give me the courage to still believe.…
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Day 297 – Proverbs 23:12
Apply your heart to instruction and your ears to words of knowledge. Proverbs 23:12, NIV Listen to God and do not rely on your own understanding. Open the bible and seek His word. Remember His instructions and pray for a heart that’s willing to follow His voice. You may think that you already know so many things in life, but God sees what’s ahead. So consult Him first and acknowledge His plans. Be more sensitive to the Holy Spirit. Allow Him to reign in your life. Open your heart so that He can come in and change what’s on the inside. Let His light guide you through the path that…
