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Day 430 – Luke 9:24
For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will save it. Luke 9:24, NIV Don’t just think of your desires, or else you will lose your life. When we are too focused on things that will satisfy us, we will find our lives meaningless. True life is found in the arms of Jesus. It’s in His presence that we will discover our true identity. So when you choose to walk away from His plans, then you will end up in destruction. Surrender your life to Jesus. Choose to suffer for His glory. And only then will you discover what it means…
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Simple Moments can Build Lasting Memories
Sometimes, it’s not about the preparation, or the number of people you are with that makes every moment special. It’s about the quality of the relationship that you have with others that matters most in the end. So do not wait for special occasions to happen for you to fully appreciate the people around you. When you lose them, the best memories that you will have are not those extravagant events that you experienced but the simple moments that you used to have with them. So treasure the daily habits that you have because it’s where lasting memories start to exist. Our lives are too short. We never really know…
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Day 396 – Luke 5:29
Then Levi held a great banquet for Jesus at his house, and a large crowd of tax collectors and others were eating with them. Luke 5:29, NIV Jesus called Levi or also known as Matthew, to become His follower. Without any doubt or fear, he responded to the voice of our Savior. Levi knew that when He followed Jesus, it would be very hard for him to come back to His old life, but that fact didn’t stop Him from celebrating His life with Jesus. In fact, he even invited other tax collectors to be with them. Levi didn’t just keep the good news on His own. Instead, he also…
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Sometimes, Living a Fulfilled life means you Allow yourself to Experience Pain
It’s hard to fully appreciate real joy if you didn’t go through moments of sadness. Sometimes, you need to know what it means to be in pain before you learn to value all your blessings. So if you are going through a terrible moment right now, then take it as an opportunity for you to become a better person. Don’t hide your own emotions. Acknowledge your pain and accept the truth that it’s part of the process. Life will always challenge you to go through the hard paths. And those difficult seasons are not meant to break and hurt you. But they will serve as a great reminder for you…
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The Storms you Face can bring out the Best in You
Storms in life could come in different forms. Each person faces a particular time in their life when they must go through a journey they must overcome. For some, it is a challenge, a problem, or even a hurdle they must bravely face. Yet these storms aren’t just happening because it is what life naturally does. But it is also a reason and a way of holding on to God more and more. These things could also be a way of revealing Himself to us. As a result, each person deserves better things in this life, and we can all live a life of purpose. Your calling is different from…
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Acceptance is Giving Yourself a Chance to Move on in Life
A lot of things in this life are beyond your control. It is hard to accept things, especially when they bring you too much pain that cannot be healed immediately. Painful and hurtful things make you weak and numb. You cannot let go of it because it has its roots in you. There will be times when you would unconsciously cling to it because of the memory it gave you. You might feel guilty over something you regret not doing or feel sorry for the unsaid words that should have freed somebody. But what you have right now is your power of acceptance. Remember, what was done cannot be undone.…
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Day 304 – Isaiah 14:24
The Lord Almighty has sworn, “Surely, as I have planned, so it will be, and as I have purposed, so it will happen. Isaiah 14:24, NIV The plans of God will prevail. The succeeding verse of this passage will lead you to understand the plans of God for Assyria, and it did happen to them. So take heart! Just like the prophet Isaiah said, God’s purpose will come true. Do not be discouraged when you encounter difficult moments. Keep going because God is leading you to the right path. He determines the steps that you need to take. One day, you will see His hands moving in the midst. You…
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Carry your Inner Child with you, and Remember to Have Fun in Things you Do
You would find yourself learning a lot along the path of life. Sometimes, life treats you well or somehow it mistreats you. It can make you experience a lot of ups and downs. Now that you are grown up, you see things differently. You learned the value of humility and responsibility as your role in life continues to change. And some of the things you have experienced make you the person you are today. You meet people that taught you so many things. They make you realize how important life is and how to treasure it. They taught you how to be grateful, no matter how small things are. Some…
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You can receive Perfect Love here on Earth
If you are wondering if you can still experience a love that won’t fail and disappoint you, then this is your answer – perfect love exists. Someone loves you with all His heart. And unlike human beings, He will never break His promises. He will never make you feel like you are worthless. So come in His presence, and you will receive perfect love even if you are living in this broken world. In Him, you will receive strength and confidence. People will break your heart, but He can mend and make it whole again. Others can take you for granted, but God’s love will make you feel like you…
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Day 238 – John 1:4-5
In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it. John 1:4-5,NIV If you feel like you are living in the darkness right now, and you can’t find your way out, just call upon God. He is the light you’ve been looking for. In Him, you will discover what it means to truly live. Through His help, you will find life and overcome the darkness. Let Him shine and stop relying on your own feelings. Open your heart so that He can come in and change the things that hinder you from growing. You…
