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We Never Really Know How God Will Turn Things Around
Now those who had been scattered by the persecution that broke out when Stephen was killed traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus and Antioch, spreading the word only among Jews. Some of them, however, men from Cyprus and Cyrene, went to Antioch and began to speak to Greeks also, telling them the good news about the Lord Jesus. Acts 11: 19-20, NIV The death of Stephen became one of the reasons why the early Christians were scattered in different places. Even though what happened to him was a tragic event, it seems that it became a way for them to share the gospel outside Jerusalem. The bad things that happened…
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Acts 5:9, NIV
Peter and the other apostles replied: “We must obey God rather than human beings! Acts 5:29, NIV Peter and the apostles said these words while they were being questioned by the high priest. They are commanded not to preach in Jesus’ Name, but then the apostles don’t stop sharing the gospel. Because of this, they were persecuted. But even though Jesus’ disciples experienced this difficult moment, still, they kept their faith. They are determined to obey God and not mere humans. You see, just like these apostles, there are moments when we experience persecution because of our faith. And this is a great reminder for us not to obey mere…
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Day 255 – 2 Corinthians 12:10
That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong. 2 Corinthians 12:10, NIV Your weaknesses and the painful things that you experienced are blessings in disguise. They may be hard to face, but they will lead you to discover the strength of God. Apostle Paul took delight in the struggles that He went through because He knew that when He is weak, that’s the time when God will show His power. Just like the apostle, may you also experience the presence of God in moments when you go through challenges. May you…
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Day 180 – Luke 21: 17-19
Everyone will hate you because of me. But not a hair of your head will perish. Stand firm, and you will win life. Luke 21: 17-19, NIV Following Jesus is not an easy journey. There are moments when people tend to judge and misinterpret you. There will be hardships and persecutions. Many people will begin to hate the words in your mouth, and they will say negative things about you. But just focus on His great love in your life and know that He will always be there to give you enough strength. Stand firm, and never give up. Keep on doing the right thing even if people may not…
