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Trust God’s Perfect Timing
They arrived at Ephesus, where Paul left Priscilla and Aquila. He himself went into the synagogue and reasoned with the Jews. Acts 18: 19, NIV Ephesus is a Greek city in Ionian Asia Minor. Paul once attempted to visit this place, but the Holy Spirit forbade him to. This is stated in Acts 16:6: “Now when they had gone through Phrygia and the region of Galatia, they were forbidden by the Holy Spirit to preach the word in Asia.” During that time, God’s answer to Paul’s request was to wait. He asked him to patiently trust in His timing. And true enough, after more or less two years, God permitted…
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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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You can’t Receive the Best if you Keep Holding on to what’s Better
Sometimes, God will ask you to let go of something that is not necessarily bad for you. It’s just He wants you to receive the best thing that He prepared. And you will fail to experience more of Him if you keep on holding on to the good things you had. Maybe it’s hard for you to surrender because you think that those moments are too good to be true, but God prepared blessings that are beyond what you can comprehend. Choose to ask for strength so that you will learn to focus on what’s ahead. You can only appreciate what you have right now if you learn to…
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Your Success means Nothing if your Character will be Destroyed in the end
Never compromise your character just for you to achieve success. Who you are on the inside is like a foundation that shouldn’t be shaken by the temporary treasures of this world. Remember that God’s standard is different. He sees your heart, and He knows what can truly make you happy. So instead of insisting on the things that you wanted to achieve, choose to consult Him and let Him lead you to the right way. Who you are on the inside is more important than what other people physically see. This life is not about gaining honor for yourself, but it’s about glorifying God in the end. Only Him can…
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God will give you the Strength that You Need
Cry out everything to Him. Release all the pain. Tell Him about the things that you truly feel and just let the tears flow. Know that God is there comforting you. It’s okay to feel weak and tired. It’s okay to feel disappointed. They are part of your emotions, so learn to acknowledge them. Just know that even though you can’t understand what’s happening. God loves you so much, and He will give you the strength that you need. Just give Him all the broken pieces of your heart, and He will make you whole. Remember that He will only give you your daily bread. What you will receive will…
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Serve God no Matter what Season you are in
Are you in the waiting season? Or are you in the middle of the wilderness? Whatever season you are in, continue to serve God and stay faithful to Him. Yes, it’s not easy to think of the great things in life, especially when you can’t simply understand your situation, but know that God’s love for you will never change. Have faith in Him, and always remember all your efforts will never be in vain in the presence of God. He will nourish the seeds that you planted and make them grow in His perfect timing. You will see the fruits of your labor. One day, you will learn to open…
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It’s all about the Process
God knows what you wantHe knows your heart’s desiresHe holds the perfect timingSo learn to wait He will never be lateIt’s just you are always in a hurryYou are focusing on the wrong thingsAnd you end up feeling so impatient God’s process is not about the timeIt’s not about following your own scheduleIt’s about learning to depend on HimAnd stop trusting in your own strength The journey is all about enjoying GodAnd putting Him at the centerIt’s all about growing in His presenceAnd learning to love Him Focus on HimAnd you will treasure everythingYou will stop looking at the timeInstead, you will appreciate your progress
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Do your Best and let God Take Good Care of the Rest
Just do what you can do and let God bless the works of your hands. Sometimes, when we think that what we are doing is not enough, we will feel pressured and stressed because we tend to conclude that there’s no hope left. But the moment you choose to depend on God and not on your own knowledge and abilities, then you will receive His peace. Remember that He is powerful enough to do the impossible things. Just do your part. Be faithful with the resources that God provided for you, and He will give you the favor and opportunity that you need. He is not blind. He will take…
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Choosing To Pray Despite Of The Pain Is Already A Step Of Courage
The difficult moments in your life will test your faith. You will begin to doubt His goodness, and you will stop looking at His blessings because you are so consumed with worries and fears. That’s why praying to God is already a step of courage. It’s not easy to trust, especially when you are in the middle of the wilderness. But when you pray, it simply means that you are allowing God to move in your life. You acknowledge His power, and you let Him reign inside. You choose to keep your faith in Him despite all the problems you are facing. That’s why prayer is always powerful. Never underestimate…
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If It’s The Will Of God, Then It Will Certainly Happen
You don’t have to force the things that God already planned even before the day you are born. If it’s His will, then it will certainly happen according to His perfect timing. There are important things in life that you need to surrender especially certain situations that are out of your control. If you think that you no longer have the power over it, then learn to raise your hands in the presence of God and surrender all of it. He will take good care of you. Just wait and be patient along the process. Do not be afraid because your Heavenly Father has great plans for you. Instead of…
