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John 17:7, NIV
Now they know that everything you have given me comes from you. John 17:7, NIV Jesus knew that everything that He received came from God. Sometimes, we tend to forget this truth, especially when we receive blessings after exerting effort and doing our best. We feel entitled to what He gave to the point that we can no longer share it with others. We find it hard to treat ourselves as vessels because we forget that what we have all come from God. So if you are surrounded by people who are in need, and you happen to have more than enough blessings, then remember that what you have comes…
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Prepare yourself First for the Things that you Prayed for
You won’t be able to value God’s blessings if you don’t know how to properly steward them. You still need to grow and learn so many things. Allow God to mold your character so that when He answers your prayers, you won’t be easily destroyed by the responsibility that you will carry along the blessings that He will give. Humble yourself in His presence and seek His wisdom. Patiently go through the process. This won’t be easy because there will be moments when God will take away the roots of your negative thoughts. Your life will appear messy in a certain season, but if you will just hold on and…
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Day 465 – Luke 22:40
On reaching the place, he said to them, “Pray that you will not fall into temptation.” Luke 22:40, NIV After the last supper, Jesus and His disciples went to mount olives. There, He reminded them to keep praying. Let’s also do the same thing. Remember that temptations are all around us. The enemy comes to kill, steal and destroy. He would tempt us to do things that would keep us away from God. And the best way for us to fight those negative thoughts is to pray. Let’s surrender our lives to God and allow Him to reign in our lives. Let’s ask for His guidance and remember that only…
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When you don’t know what to pray, just Thank God for everything
We sometimes get on our knees feeling so overwhelmed about everything in our life that we end up saying nothing. Tears ran down our faces as we remember how frustrating it feels to not control things and just let them get out of our hands. We feel sad and anxious but know that our seasons of pain and suffering is only a part of life. We fell into the trap of feeling so pressured about everything that has been going on around us. We feel like life’s goodness leaves our comfort. But we must remind ourselves that greater is He who is living in us than those around us. When…
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Day 408 -Luke 6:28
…bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you Luke 6:28, NIV If you receive painful words from others, then always remember what the word of God said. Choose to forgive. Instead of hating them, choose to release blessings. Lift them to prayers and surrender them to God. Don’t take revenge. Show them that you won’t be easily disturbed by their treatments. Dealing with those who hurt you may be painful inside, but allow God to heal your heart. Share to Him everything and let Him change your heart. Turn your hatred and bitterness into prayer. And only then will you realize what God’s grace is all about.…
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Sometimes, Faith can start from Fear of the Unknown
Facing difficulties in life can make us feel so afraid. Problems and hurdles can even make us fearful of the things that aren’t happening yet. The surroundings and every bad news we get from the media and rumors can plant fear. It can make our thoughts paint vivid images that feed our anxiety and worries. Danger and incidents cannot be controlled. We need to have in mind that a lot of possibilities could really happen in our lives, anytime and anywhere. However, we must be vigilant and careful, especially with what we feed ourselves. Remember that fear cannot be overcome with fear. It doesn’t mean that it’s a bad thing.…
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Day 390 – Luke 5:16
But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed. Luke 5:16, NIV Jesus is perfect and holy, but despite His identity, He still withdrew to lonely places and talked to God. In His busy schedule, He still has this hunger that only our Heavenly Father can fill. May this verse remind you to connect to God despite your busy schedule. Jesus doesn’t have any excuses. He humbly submits everything to God. Let His life teach you to stay rooted in His presence. Don’t underestimate His power in your life. Acknowledge His will and surrender all your worries and cares. Spend more intimate moments with Him, and you will have the…
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Day 332 – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-17
Rejoice always, pray continually 1 Thessalonians 5:16-17, NIV Choose to be happy despite the circumstances that you are in. Receive the joy of God and always put in mind that better days are coming. There may be moments when you are in pain, but just surrender what you feel to God and allow Him to reign inside your heart. Just pray and talk to Him. Tell Him about your worries and cares. Only then will you slowly receive His peace. Your conversation with Him will make you feel relieved. When you pour out your heart to Him, you will also hear His voice and feel His loving embrace. May you…
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Day 329 – Matthew 7:11
If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him! Matthew 7:11, NIV Keep praying to God and submit to Him all your worries and cares. Share to Him everything that’s bothering you. Know that your precious time with Him is like incense on His throne. So continue to lift up your hands even when you feel weary and tired. Surrender all your cares and worries, for He knows the perfect path that you need to take. He is listening to the cries of your heart. He knows…
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Maybe you are too Exhausted because you Forgot to include God in the Process
You started everything just by following your own plans. You took a step without His guidance. And now, you feel so exhausted because you find yourself walking along the path without His love and kindness. Maybe you are tired because you do things on your own all this time. You forgot to include God in the process. If you can’t find the strength that you need, then you can pause and ask Him to take over. He is just waiting for you to surrender. Stop carrying all the burdens on your shoulders. Come in His presence and acknowledge His power. Submit to Him all your worries, and He will help…
