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David Chose to Trust God
Preserve me, O God, for in You I put my trust. O my soul, you have said to the Lord, “You are my Lord, My goodness is nothing apart from You.” Psalm 16:1-2, NIV David asked God to preserve Him. Perhaps he went through a very difficult situation that threatened his safety and security. Maybe, David was in trouble. But despite what he felt, he still put his confidence in the Lord. He chose to trust him. A Christian commentator named John Trapp even said, “This was a most powerful plea, for to trust God is the highest honour we can do him, it is to set the crown upon…
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Romans 4:13, NIV
It was not through the law that Abraham and his offspring received the promise that he would be heir of the world, but through the righteousness that comes by faith. Romans 4: 13, NIV It’s all about faith. You need to accept the truth that it’s not about following the law or making an effort so that Jesus will notice you. He already loved you even before you knew Him, and all you need to do is receive Him with all your heart, mind, and soul. The promises of God are always available. Abraham and his offspring received them not by following the law but by having faith in Jesus.…
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Romans 1: 17, NIV
For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed—a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: “The righteous will live by faith.” Romans 1: 17, NIV Faith is what’s visible in the lives of every righteous person. It is not just about their deeds or words, but it’s about their faith in Jesus that leads them to live righteous life. This is the reason why you must not focus on things that this world tried to impose on you. Instead, you need to live according to what Jesus instructed us. What pleases Him are those who choose to believe in His words…
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Day 380 – Proverbs 15:6
The house of the righteous contains great treasure, but the income of the wicked brings ruin Proverbs 15:6, NIV Keep doing the right thing, and know that you are collecting eternal treasures that this world can never offer to you. God sees what you are doing for His glory. You may not see your riches on the outside, but dig deeper within. Your Father in Heaven is giving you more than enough blessings. Sometimes, you will find it so challenging to follow God’s will but choose to keep going. Do not seek the riches of this world according to wicked ways. Stop taking the shortcut. Patiently go through the process,…
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Day 276 – 1 Timothy 6:11
But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness. 1 Timothy 6:11, NIV Continue to do what is right in the eyes of God. You may think that people don’t appreciate what you are doing in secret, but God sees you. He knows your heart, so never give up and allow the Holy Spirit to minister to you. Only then will you see His fruits in your life. Keep your faith and treat others with love. Choose to endure in times of hardships and be gentle. Let your actions reflect who your God is. Pursue godliness even in moments when you…
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Day 128 – Psalm 85:10
Love and faithfulness meet together; righteousness and peace kiss each other. Psalm 85:10, NIV God showed His love for you through His faithfulness in your life. He never leaves you behind. He continues to provide for your needs. He is the same, yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Even when you forget Him, God showed you that He will remain true to His words, and He will keep His promises. Aside from His love, He also shows His righteousness by giving you peace that surpasses understanding. In Him, you find rest and comfort. So if you want to know what love is, then remember what God did. Observe the person’s faithfulness. And…
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Day 116 – Psalm 71:19
Your righteousness, God, reaches to the heavens, you who have done great things. Who is like you, God? Psalm 71:19,NIV No one is like our God. People will come and go. You will meet so many uncertainties in life, but the good thing is God will stay, and He will remain true to His promises. He can do great things, and He will always be there. So do not lose hope. Focus on His power. Trust in His name, and He will save you. Things may not happen the way you want them to be, but as long as you stay with God, you will always receive the strength you…
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Day 37 – Psalm 7:17
I will give thanks to the Lord because of His righteousness; I will sing the praises of the name of the Lord Most High. Psalm 7:17, NIV Give thanks to God and remember the good things that He poured out for you. Recall those moments when He saved you from pain. Never forget His faithfulness. Thank Him for the gift of life and for giving you the chance to change. Sing praises to His name and stop focusing on your problem. Our Heavenly Father is worthy of all our praises. So lift up your hands and glorify Him. Sing joyful songs to our God, for He is good no matter…
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Day 350 – James 3:18
Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness. James 3:18,NIV Remember that what you sow is what you reap. Live in peace, and you will reap a harvest of righteousness. Try your best not to start the kind of fire that will burn somebody’s life. Please be kind to the people around you and share the peace that God provided for you. Learn to fight the right battle. Do not entertain the things that will break your relationships with other people. Be God’s light in this world full of brokenness and selfish ambitions. Think about your brothers and sisters, and never forget that God wants you to love…
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Day 344 – James 2:10
For whoever keeps the whole law and yet stumbles at just one point is guilty of breaking all of it. James 2:10, NIV God’s law exists not to condemn us but to remind us to stay righteous in His eyes. But sometimes, we only follow a portion of the law. There are days when we only do the part that we think is heavy, like do not kill or thou shall not steal. But when it comes to talking bad about others or disrespecting our parents, we somehow take it for granted. Remember what the word of God said, if we stumble at just one point, then we are also…
