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What’s with God that He still loved us even if we already abused His goodness?
God remained faithful despite our immature response to His love. He continues to pour out His blessings even though we choose to complain over the things He didn’t give to us. He fulfilled His promises even if we were so impatient. He was so steadfast even if we fail to appreciate the things that He is doing behind the scenes. God remained good. He never changes. What’s with Him that He never gave up on us despite our bad response to His grace? Why is it that He never gets tired of loving us? We somehow abused His kindness by the way we handled His resources. We waste His blessings…
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Day 192 – Psalms 144:2
He is my loving God and my fortress, my stronghold and my deliverer, my shield, in whom I take refuge, who subdues peoples under me. Psalms 144:2, NIV When you are in trouble, always remember this verse. Know that God is your fortress. You can run to Him when you feel so weak. You can rest in His loving arms. He will deliver you from your enemies. He is always there to protect you. Do not trust in your own strength. Instead, treat God as your refuge, and you will feel safe in His arms. When you can’t understand what’s going on, choose to depend on His grace. Increase your faith and…
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The Greatest Commandment
Love the Lord your Godwith all your heartAnd with all your soulAnd with all your mind This is the firstAnd the greatest commandmentIt means that you need to choose HimOver your feelings and emotions Loving Him means you follow His waysDespite all the doubtsThat you feel insideIt means that you choose to stayIn His presenceDespite all your challenges and problems Life may not be that easyBut if you will choose to love GodWith all your heartThen you will receive the strengthThat you need There are timesWhen it’s hard to keep on trusting HimEspecially when you are still in painBut that’s what love is all aboutIt’s about commitment Once you stay…
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Day 340 – James 1:12
Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love Him. James 1:12, NIv Keep going and choose to persevere even in the midst of hardships. God is preparing a crown of life for you. So do not stop loving Him even if it takes brokenness and pain. Following Him may not be that easy, but the struggles that you will experience can never compare to the great blessings that God prepared for you. Hold on to the promises of God in your life and be patient. Do not lose…
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We Choose To Love God Because He First Loved Us
It’s not about our own effort or strength. We have the willingness to love God because He first loved us. He sacrificed His son Jesus on the cross so that you and I will be saved. That’s how big and wonderful His love is. If you are having a hard time loving God, then just open your heart and receive Him in your heart. Let Him reign in your life because He alone can teach you how to stay faithful to Him. Do not rely on your own knowledge and understanding. Depend on God, and He will lead you to His ways. Sometimes, you will find it challenging to follow…
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Just Love God, And Everything Else Will Follow
If you wanted to know how to stay connected with God, then you only need to make this decision every day. Choose to love Him with all your heart, and everything else will follow. When you learn to love others, you will always think of the things that will please them. You will begin to forget your selfish desires and choose to serve them with the best you have. You wanted them to be happy. And that’s how you can also show love to God. Follow His words and choose to abide in His ways. At the end of the day, everything He wants us to do is for our…
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Day 208 – John 14:15
If you love me, keep my commands. John 14:15,NIV One way of demonstrating your love for God is to obey and keep His commands. We may not understand why He wanted us to do something difficult in life, but trust that the plans of God are greater than what we have in mind. Believe with all your heart that everything that God is doing is for our own good. It may be challenging for us to always keep His commands, but He knows what’s best for all of us. Show your love to God by honoring Him in everything that you do. Be a vessel of His great love. Do…
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Those Who Experience Emptiness Will Be Able To Give More
I was in the ATM Booth and waiting for my turn to withdraw some money. The waiting line was too long because the government already released the budget for the 4P’s beneficiaries. It’s a program that provides cash for the poorest of the poor in the Philippines. With so much excitement on their faces, the beneficiaries waited patiently to receive the cash they will spend for Christmas. Some don’t know how to operate the ATM machine, so they need to ask the guard to assist them. I was there observing the gladness in their faces as they receive the cash that they’ve been waiting for. One lady, in particular, caught…
