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27/02/2024

GUILT-TRIPPING WON'T WORK!

When you want someone to change, yung pag-guilt trip sa kanila, at yung pagpapaalala ng mga mali nilang nagawa sa'yo, won't really help, trust me, hindi talaga effective.

Minsan, deep inside, may mindset sila at feeling na, "Sira na din lang naman, nagkasala na din lang naman, nagawa ko na din lang naman, panindigan na lang." Hindi nila na-realize na binayaran na 'to ni Jesus.

Forgiven people forgive. Hurt people, gusto nilang makasakit. Yung bitterness, yung nararamdaman mo about sa sarili mo, tend na mag-reflect sa paano mo itrato ang iba. Kapag fearful tayo, gumagawa tayo ng mga bagay na instead na makatulong, sometimes, lalo pa nating pinalalala. Kapag naramdaman natin yung shame, sinusubukan natin lumayo sa mga tao. At minsan, we cover and protect ourselves na hindi masaktan ng iba, pero end up, tayo na yung nakakasakit.

Especially sa fear, kapag yung asawa mo, pag-uwi from work tapos mainit ang ulo, try mo itanong, “Did something happen sa work?” Kasi yung fear, can cause anxiety na nag-cause ng a lot of mixed emotions, at dahil ikaw yung pinaka malapit, of course, ikaw yung unang mapagbubuntungan. A simple question can soften one’s fearful heart. Just like Jesus, when you are established sa truth na He cares for you, you are forgiven, He loves you, and He wants the best for you, yung fear, worry, anxiety, depression, will start to melt like butter.

Kaya He said, love your enemies. Yes, mahirap. Pero yun lang yung solution. Hindi mo mapapatay ang apoy ng apoy.

"21 If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat; if he is thirsty, give him water to drink. 22 In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head, and the LORD will reward you." (Proverbs 25:21-22)

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26/02/2024

Sa totoo lang, hindi naman talaga tayo kailangan ni God because He was perfect and complete.

Pero dahil sa Kanyang nag-uumapaw na pagmamahal, we humans were created.

📖Genesis 1:26 “Let us make human beings in our own image.”

Si Adam ang pinaka-unang tao, and di mo na maitatanong na sobrang close ni God at ni Adam. They had this relationship na they are enjoying the garden together everyday, bago pa nagkaroon ng iba pang tao.

This only shows us na kahit anong relationship pa ang papasukin mo—either relationship with your family, friends, or even romantic relationship—through Christ, lahat tayo ay pwede magkaroon ng relationship with God, and that should be our first priority. Dahil kung gusto mo magkaroon ng successful relationship, we should first experience God’s overflowing love so that we could bless other people with that kind of love.

Remember, hindi mo maibibigay ang bagay na wala ka, so kung wala kang pagmamahal sa puso mo, ano ibibigay mo?

Kamusta ba ang iyong relationship with God? Kinausap mo ba Siya lately?

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25/02/2024

May mga times ba na hindi ka makahinga ng maayos? Gulong-gulo ang isip mo at hindi ka mapakali?

Maybe dahil sa financial difficulty? Problem sa relationship? Or dahil sa pressure sa trabaho or negosyo mo?

Minsan hindi natin mapipigilan ang pagkakaroon ng anxiety sa ating buhay, at bigla-bigla na lang itong dumadating sa atin. At sa sobrang pag-iisip, hindi na tayo makatulog ng maayos at nagkakaroon tayo ng mga panic attacks.

Minsan, mapapatanong ka na lang, "Tama ba 'to? Totoong Christian ba talaga ako kung nagkakaroon ako ng ganitong pakiramdam?"

📖 Sa Psalms 55:22, it says, "Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous be shaken."

Kung mapapansin mo, hindi pinangako dito na hindi tayo makakaramdam ng anxiety as Christians. And from these passages, it seems na expected na ni Lord na we will go through this hardship, and He is giving us assurance na once we cast our cares and anxiety to Him, Siya na ang bahala, as long as you trust Him, He will sustain you.

So, have faith, kaibigan, na ang ating Diyos ay mas makapangyarihan pa kesa sa problema mo. 💪

Surrender and tell Him, “Lord, hindi ko na kaya! Ikaw na bahala!”

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24/02/2024

Ang pinakamahirap marinig after mo manggaling sa break-up ay ang katagang "God has better plans for you." Hangga't hindi ka pa nakakamove-on, minsan mahirap maintindihan kung bakit hindi nangyari ang mga bagay na gusto natin mangyari. Naniwala tayo na kung nagwork-out lang sana yung relationship na yun, magiging masaya talaga tayo, kahit na alam natin na mali.

Mahirap din paniwalaan na kasama sa plano ng ating Ama sa langit ang ating pagiging broken-hearted. Bakit nga ba hinayaan mangyari ito sayo?

📖Isaiah 43:18-19 says, "Forget about what's happened; don't keep going over old history. Be alert, be present. I'm about to do something brand-new. It's bursting out! Don't you see it?"

In order for God's plan to come through, something has to break. Magtiwala ka na ang plano ni God para sayo ay to break through walls ng lahat ng bagay na pumipigil sayo para ma-reach ang potential mo.

💪Tandaan mo na para magkaroon ng pagbabago sa buhay mo, kailangan ng bagong room para sa mga bagong darating, and God is clearing out unnecessary things sa buhay mo.

🎊Ang Pokpok Palayok (Piñata), kapag binasag, sumasabog ito ng mga candies, gifts, and treats. Ganun din tayo kapag broken-hearted. Our life can explode with power and blessings.

Alam ko mahirap makita ang bagay na 'to when we are disappointed, at maaaring isipin mo na hindi ka na makakahanap pa ng magmamahal sayo ng totoo. Habang si God naman, nakikita ito as simula ng totoong pagmamahal para sayo at tamang oras para matutunan mong i-receive ang pagmamahal Niya sayo.

Remember that next to breaking are breakthroughs.

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16/02/2024

Minsan, pakiramdam natin ay tayo lang mag-isa laban sa mundo.

Ipinagmamalaki natin ang ating lakas, talino, at ang kakayahang harapin ang mga hamon ng buhay nang walang tulong.

Likas sa atin ang humangad ng papuri para sa ating mga nagawa, na magyabang tungkol sa ating pagiging self-sufficient, na bulong sa sarili, "Kaya ko 'to, mag-isa."

Pero isipin natin ito: Paano kung gusto ni God na Siya ang tumanggap ng lahat ng glory, at may magandang dahilan Siya para dito?

Alam Niya kasi na kapag lagi nating inaasa sa sarili nating lakas at talino, tayo, bilang mga tao, ay natural na gusto ang glory para sa atin, yung may maipagmamalaki tayo.

Tuwing may problema tayo, at tayo lang ang lumutas nito, and somehow nakalabas tayo dito, ang pitfalls at dangers nito ay nagiging proud at boastful tayo.

Hanggang sa punto na tumitigas na ang ating mga puso, nagiging prideful, dahil meron na tayong "maipagmamalaki," habang sinasabi sa ating sarili na, "Kayang-kaya ko 'to mag-isa, sarili ko lang ang kailangan ko." At darating ang panahon na akala natin kayang maliitin ang iba.

We become the gods of our own selves; we start to worship ourselves. And God knows na lahat ng nasa mundong ito, pati na rin tayo, are lousy gods. We will fail at some point, but He doesn’t.

Baka, isa sa mga dahilan kung bakit mo binabasa ito ay dahil nasa dulo ka na ng iyong pagtitiwala sa sarili. Somehow, you trusted yourself, pero in the end, pinahamak ka ng sariling desisyon mo.

When we realize that God is stronger and more powerful than us, at maintindihan natin na Siya lang talaga ang puwede nating tunay na sandalan—not our connections, not what's in our banks, not our boss, not even our family—di ba, isn't it more comforting? Na we can trust someone more than ourselves, yung hindi tayo iniwan sa ere kahit kailan?

Let this be a gentle reminder to all of us: sometimes, letting go means letting God take over. It's not a sign of weakness, but a declaration of ultimate trust in the One who never fails us. Sa Kanya, we find the strength and peace we've been searching for all along.

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07/02/2024

DON'T RUN AWAY!

May isang sikat na kwento at parable sa Bible, na mismo si Jesus ang nag-share, at baka pamilyar ka na dito lalo na kung nag-Sunday school ka. Ito 'yung tungkol sa Prodigal Son, 'yung anak na sobrang spoiled na humiling agad sa kanyang ama na ibigay na 'yung mana niya. Para bang sinasabi niya, 'Ang tagal mo kasing mamatay! Ibigay mo na sa akin lahat ngayon pa lang.' Pero, kahit ganun 'yung request niya, generously ibinigay pa rin ng tatay niya 'yung mana. And then, 'yung anak, gaya ng marami sa atin, ginamit 'yung yaman para sa hindi magagandang bagay—bisyo, inom, babae, at nagpakasasa talaga siya.

Now, nagkaroon ng famine, taghirap, at naubos 'yung yaman niya. Naging tagapagpakain siya ng baboy, na sa Jewish culture noon, isa sa pinakamababa at maruming trabaho. Sa sobrang gutom niya, pati pagkain ng baboy, sa paningin niya ay masarap na. At doon niya naalala 'yung tatay niya. Naalala niya na, 'Buti pa 'yung mga katulong namin, kumakain ng masasarap.' Kaya nagdesisyon siyang bumalik at humingi ng tawad, handang maging katulong na lang.

Pero ang highlight ng kwento, malayo pa lang siya, nakita na siya ng tatay niya at tumakbo papalapit para salubungin siya. Hindi na siya pinatapos mag-salita, niyakap siya agad ng tatay niya. Everything was restored to him, at hindi nagbago ang pagiging anak niya.

Alam mo ba na noong panahong iyon, kung ikaw ay isang opisyal, o sabihin natin na may mataas kang posisyon, ang pagtakbo ay itinuturing na isang kahiya-hiyang gawain? Parang sa panahon natin ngayon, kahit pa sabihing late na ang isang opisyal, presidente, o hari, hindi mo magagawang sabihin na, 'Pakibilisan po, takbo na tayo.' Pero sa kwentong ito, tumakbo ang Ama! Wala siyang pakialam kung siya man ay isang opisyal. Ang importante sa kanya, na-miss ka niya, iniisip ka niya, at mahal ka pa rin niya.

Nakakatuwa 'yung part na 'yun, 'di ba? Sa kulturang pinanggalingan ng kwentong ito, sobrang big deal 'yung ginawa ng ama. Ipinapakita dito na sa pag-ibig, walang lugar ang pride o kung ano pa mang societal norms. 'Yung ama, handang kalimutan ang lahat ng 'yun, handa siyang mawalan ng dignidad sa mata ng iba, para lang maipakita sa anak niya na wala nang mas mahalaga pa sa kanya kaysa sa pagbabalik-loob ng anak niya.
Marami sa atin, dahil sa ating mga kasalanan at pagkukulang, nahihiya na tayong humarap sa ating Heavenly Father. Pero sa kwentong ito, makikita natin 'yung puso Niya para sa atin.

Akala natin, dahil sa ating mga pagkakamali, kailangan nating magbayad o magpenitensya bago tayo lumapit sa Panginoon. Pero pansinin natin sa kwento, mayroong 'pinatabang tupa' na inihain, di ba? Ito ay simbolo ng pagbabayad ni Cristo para sa ating mga kasalanan. Tandaan mo, hindi nagbago ang standing mo, anak ka pa rin Niya. Have a good opinion about your Father. He is for you, not against you. Don't run away.

Sa susunod na makaramdam ka ng pag-aalinlangan o takot na lumapit sa Diyos dahil sa iyong mga pagkukulang, alalahanin mo lang ang kwentong ito. Tandaan mo, para sa Kanya, palagi kang worth it na takbuhin Niya. Palagi kang welcome na bumalik sa Kanya, anuman ang iyong pinagdaanan.

Luke 15:31-32

29/01/2024

Paano mo malalaman na mahal ka talaga ng Diyos?

Parang karamihan sa atin, kapag maganda ang nangyari ayon sa gusto natin, sinasabi natin blessing 'yun ni God.

Pero paano kung hindi ayon sa expectations natin ang nangyari? ku-kwestyonin ba natin Sya?, o magpapasalamat pa rin tayo sa mga closed doors?

Alam kong mahirap magpasalamat sa Diyos sa mga oras ng delay, o kapag sarado ang mga pinto. Pero, intindihin natin ito:

Kung may anak ka, at may mali silang ginagawa, hahayaan mo lang ba silang mapahamak? Bilang isang mapagmahal na ama o ina, out of love, itatama mo sila. Pero tandaan, hindi naman nagbibigay si God ng sakit, aksidente, o kamalasan, pero hinahayaan Niya ang frustrations at disappointments sa buhay natin.

Sobrang mahal ka ng Diyos na okay lang sa Kanya na minsan, ma-misunderstood mo Siya para sa ikabubuti mo.

At tulad ng nasusulat, "For whom the Lord loves He chastens, And scourges every son whom He receives." (Hebrews 12:6-11)

Isipin mo, sa anak ng iba, hindi mo naman talaga pinapansin, di ba? Hindi mo ituwid yung hindi mo anak.

Pero kapag tayo'y tinutuwid ng Ating Ama, ibig sabihin mahal Niya tayo.

Mahal ka Niya kaya minsan hindi Niya ibinibigay yung mga bagay na alam Niyang makakasama sa 'yo.

Huwag lang tayo magpasalamat kay Lord sa mga open doors, pati na rin sa mga closed doors, at maniwala na may mas magandang plano Siya para sa atin. Baka hindi mo pa makita ngayon, pero ang pag-ibig ng Diyos, magpakailanman. Magtiwala ka.

Sa bawat liko at pagsubok ng buhay, tandaan natin, hindi nagbabago ang pagmamahal ng Diyos. He is with us, hindi lang sa landas na gusto natin, kundi sa mga daan na alam Niyang mas makakabuti para sa atin. Yakapin natin ang bawat biyaya at hamon, dahil sa bawat isa, nandoon ang malalim na pagmamahal Niya.

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27/01/2024

I KNOW IT HURTS

Nawalan ka ba ng mahal sa buhay? Sometimes, we tend to punish ourselves, blame ourselves, and even condemn ourselves.

Kaibigan, I want you to understand, it's not easy.

It feels like a part of you has been taken away, It's like a part of your body has been cut off especially after being with that person for so many years.

Pero alam mo, there's a way to find comfort and strength.

Yung worst part, it's when we think about what we could have done or should have done. Out of guilt, we do things thinking na makakabawi tayo or to make it up to them.

There’s nothing wrong with being inspired by them. Pero the problem starts kapag out of guilt, we try to redeem ourselves, doing things na minsan, destructive, hoping to ease the guilt or the pain.

Please keep this in mind, Jesus has already paid for that. Yung punishment na binibigay mo sa sarili mo, kinuha na Niya. Because He loves you, and He sees you in your pain.

Lean on Him.

He is close to the brokenhearted.

Understand this, kapag tayo'y kay Christ, yung separation natin with our loved ones is just temporary.

We are not from here. We're just passing by. At yung truth is, there are no tears in heaven, no more pain.

Actually, dapat sila yung mag-mourn for us, because they are now in a much better place.

May eternal life for us if we believe in Christ. It is written, if Christ has been dead, tayo at ang ating mga kasalanan, died with Him. And when He was resurrected, Siya ay nabuhay kasama tayo, ( Romans 6:8) if we believe that, my friend. This is a promise of new life and hope.

Let's hold onto the hope that Jesus offers. In our pain and loss, Siya yung ating strength and comfort. Let's cherish the memories of our loved ones, but also live in the light of Christ's love and the hope of eternal life. Sa ating journey, remember that we are not alone. Jesus walks with us, giving us peace and guiding us towards a future filled with hope and love. Sa huli, ang ating reunion with our loved ones will be joyful, in a place where there is no more sorrow, only everlasting joy and peace.

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27/01/2024

ANG DALING SABIHIN! ANG HIRAP GAWIN!

Ang fear ay isang nakakasirang bo***ge. Pinaparalisa ka nito at pinipigilan sa pag-fulfill ng iyong amazing destiny na inilaan ng Diyos para sa iyo. Ang takot ay nagdudulot ng pagkaramdam ng kakulangan at insecurity, at may kasamang hindi magandang side effects mula sa panic attacks hanggang sa mga sleep disorders.

Irrational din ang fear at ang isang spiritual na kondisyon ang takot, kaya hindi mo ito basta-basta mareresolba sa logic lang. Hindi mo lang basta masasabihan ang isang tao na nakakaranas ng takot at panic attacks na "tumigil lang sa pagiging takot".

Ang isang spiritual na kondisyon, hindi basta-basta masosolusyunan ng natural na paraan. Ang takot, mawawala lang sa pamamagitan ng personal na pag-encounter sa persona ni Jesus.

Kaibigan, kung pamilyar sa iyo ang mga sinabi ko tungkol sa takot, gusto kong malaman mo na hindi kalooban ng iyong heavenly Father na mabuhay ka sa bo***ge ng takot. Walang takot sa pagmamahal ng Diyos. Ang kanyang perpektong pagmamahal, nagtataboy ng lahat ng takot.

Hindi ko alam kung naranasan mo na ang pagmamahal ng Diyos, pero ang hangad ko ay NGAYON, maranasan mo ang revelation ng Kanyang pagmamahal para sa iyo sa malalim at personal na paraan. At habang binabaha ng Kanyang pagmamahal ang puso mo, dasal ko na lahat ng takot na nakakagapos sayo ay tuluyang maalis sa iyong buhay.

Sinasabi sa John 3:16 na, "For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life."

SOBRANG mahal ka ng Diyos. At kung alam mo lang kung gaano Niya pinapahalagahan at tinitreasure ang Kanyang mahal na Anak, makikita mo din kung gaano ka niya kamahal, dahil ibinigay Niya ang Anak Niya para sa iyo.

Ang Grace ay tungkol sa pag-unveil ng perpektong pagmamahal ng Diyos—isang pagmamahal na ang length and depth and height ay ipinakita sa krus.

Isang pagmamahal na ibinigay ang Anak ng Diyos bilang sakripisyo. Isang pagmamahal na tinanggap ang iyong mga kasalanan at akin, para tayo'y makatanggap ng Kanyang walang hanggang buhay at mabuhay na malaya sa anumang pagkakagapos.

Kaibigan, habang lalo mong binababad at ikinakapit ang iyong puso sa perpekto at walang kondisyon na pagmamahal ng Diyos para sa iyo, unti-unting mawawala ang kapit ng takot sa buhay mo!

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19/01/2024

Sometimes, sa buhay natin, we encounter delays. Mga moments na parang everything is on pause, and we wonder, "Bakit ang tagal, Lord?" But, it's in these times of waiting na we can truly see the depth of Jesus' love and wisdom.

Remember the story of Martha, Mary, and Lazarus? Jesus delayed His visit, not because He didn't care, but because He had a greater plan. In our lives too, kapag may delays, it's not because God has forgotten us. Instead, He might be preparing us for something bigger, something beyond our imagination.

Kapag nakakaranas ka ng delays, embrace it. Think na 'yung delay na 'to, might be a way ni Jesus to prepare you for something bigger. Talk to Him, "Lord, in this waiting, strengthen my faith and show me Your great love." Imagine mo, every delay can be a moment where your faith grows stronger, where you learn to trust Him more.

Next time na magkaroon ka ng delay, whether it's in your career, personal goals, or relationships, take it as a time to reflect. Ask yourself, "What can I learn from this? How is Jesus shaping my path through this delay?" Remember, His timing is always perfect, even when it doesn't seem like it.

Delays in our lives are not just mere setbacks. They're opportunities for growth, for faith to deepen, and for understanding the measurement of Jesus' love for us. So, sa susunod na makaranas ka ng delay, take a deep breath and trust in His divine timing. You're being prepared for something wonderful.

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18/01/2024

Lahat tayo dumaan sa moments of loss - pwedeng ito'y loss of relationships, dreams, or even material things. Pero, always remember, God is in the business of restoration. Sa Kanyang perfect timing, ibabalik Niya ang mga nawala, in ways na hindi natin inexpect.

"'I will repay you for the years the locusts have eaten—'" Joel 2:25 (NIV)

Promise ng Lord na He will restore yung mga years na parang nawala or nasira, just like how locusts destroyed the crops in Israel. Kung may parts ng buhay mo na parang destroyed or nawala, remember, God can and will restore it in His own amazing way.

'For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the LORD, 'plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.' Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV)

Kapag nawalan tayo, madali lang isipin na maybe wala nang hope. Pero, this verse reminds us na may plano si God for each of us. Plans na hindi para sa atin harm, but para sa atin good, to give us a future and hope.

"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28 (NIV)

Sometimes, mahirap makita yung reason behind our losses. Pero, this reminds us na lahat ng nangyayari, God can turn it into something good. Keep loving and trusting Him, and you'll see how He'll use even the bad things for your benefit.

As we continue sa ating life journey, tandaan natin na God is with us in every step. Every loss comes with a hope of restoration and renewal. Keep trusting and hoping in Him, and you'll experience His amazing love and blessings.



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03/01/2024

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24/10/2023

Minsan sa ating buhay, may mga panahon tayo na nadadapa, nagkakamali, at feeling natin ay pumalpak tayo. Natural lang sa atin na isipin, "Baka disappointed na ang Diyos sa akin." Pero heto ang totoo, kahit gaano karaming beses tayong mawala sa tamang landas, ang pagmamahal ng Lord ay hindi nagbabago.

Ang ating Panginoon ay hindi tulad ng ibang tao na madaling sumuko o magalit kapag tayo'y nagkakamali. Sa bawat pagkakataon na tayo ay bumagsak, Siya ay handa pa rin tayong yakapin at tanggapin. Hindi basehan ang ating mga pagkukulang para mawalan Siya ng interes sa atin. Sa halip, ang Kanyang pagmamahal ay mas lumalalim at lumalakas.

Isipin mo na lang, sa bawat pagkakamali natin, ilang beses nating narinig ang bulong ng Kanyang boses na nagsasabing, "Anak, bumangon ka. Ako'y nandito para sa iyo."? Hindi Ito ang boses ng pagkondena, kundi ang boses ng pagmamahal at pag-unawa.

Hindi tayo perpekto, at hindi rin natin kayang maging perpekto. Pero sa kabila nito, minamahal tayo ng Diyos nang sobra-sobra, lampas pa sa ating inaasahan o naiintindihan. Ang kanyang biyaya at awa ay walang katapusan, at ito'y handog sa atin kahit tayo'y nagkakamali.

Sa mga panahon na feeling mo ay nabigo ka na naman, alalahanin mo lang na ang Diyos ay hindi tulad ng mundo na nagbibigay batay sa ating mga gawa. Ang Kanyang pagmamahal ay unconditional. Sa bawat pagsubok, sa bawat pagkakamali, nandyan Siya, handang magmahal, magpatawad, at magbigay ng panibagong simula.

Kaya huwag kang mawawalan ng pag-asa o matakot sa mga pagkakamali. Ang Lord ay laging nandyan, handang sumuporta at magmahal kahit ano pa ang mangyari. Dahil sa Kanya, mayroon tayong pag-asa, mayroon tayong pagmamahal na walang hanggan.

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24/10/2023

Ever found yourself pulling away from God, especially during times when you feel you've messed up? It's a natural instinct for many of us. Deep down, there's a nagging thought: "God must be so disappointed in me."

But here's the truth: God isn't sitting up there with a scorecard, tallying up our rights and wrongs. Yes, sin distances us from God, and yes, He is holy. But—and it's a big but—every ounce of wrath, anger, and consequence for our sins was fully poured out on Jesus at the cross. He took it ALL, so we could stand free and forgiven. 🕊️

God isn't angry with you. In fact, He's been missing you, longing for you to come close again. He sees past your mistakes and straight to your heart. ❤️

If you've been hesitating, remember this: The door is always open, the arms are always wide, and the love is never-ending. God's heart is for you to experience His love and grace, every single day.

So, let's shake off that fear and step closer. He's been waiting, not with judgment, but with love that knows no bounds.

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08/10/2023

True rest isn't just about ceasing physical activity; it's about finding inner peace, and a sense of calm in the eye of the storm. Remember how Jesus slept in a boat amidst a raging storm? His disciples were panicking, but He was in a sound sleep. When awakened, He rebuked the wind and the sea, and calm ensued. It wasn't that Jesus was indifferent to the storm; rather, He knew His authority over it. Similarly, you can be in the heart of life's chaos and still find spiritual rest when you know Who is in control.

Take the time to find that profound inner peace that comes from knowing God has your back, no matter what. You don't have to earn this peace; you just have to accept it. With this understanding, you can hustle without hassle, strive without stress, and labor without being burdened. As Jesus said, "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest" (Matthew 11:28). And He meant it. So let's live it out.

Jesus, in His sound sleep amidst chaos, was awakened not by the storm's fury but by the desperate cries of His disciples. We have a Savior who is always attuned to our cries and responsive to our needs, even when it seems like He's "asleep" or distant.

It's comforting to know that our cries can reach His ears no matter how overpowering life's storms may be. We don't have to shout louder than the tempest; we simply need to call on Him. Like a parent awakened by their child's midnight cry, Jesus is always alert for us. And when He rises to calm our storms, it's a peace unlike any other—a peace that transcends understanding.

You could be busy all day yet feel completely at peace because you're anchored in God's grace and love. Conversely, you could be doing nothing, lying in bed, yet still consumed by worry and stress. It's not external activities that bring peace; it's the state of your heart and mind, aligned with God's peace. So prioritize rest in a way that rejuvenates not just your body but also your soul. Let God's grace guide you into a space of true restfulness where worries have no room to reside.

Next time you find yourself in a storm, whether it's a storm of anxiety, depression, stress, or any other life challenge, remember that your cry can awaken the Master of the Storm. And when He wakes up, peace is on the horizon.

07/10/2023

All of us were created by the Lord to have security, connection, and control, which we can find in God's love. However, since the time Adam and Eve sinned, we have quickly felt fear, and from then until now, we still experience it.

Fear has many faces:
Anxiety
Nervousness
Worry

Sometimes we make bad decisions just to ease our fear, and the root of this fear is the loss of our security, connection, and control that come from our Lord.

Let us thank Jesus because He is the reason why our connection with God has been restored, and we no longer need to be afraid. We just need to seek Him and His love.

No matter what we hold onto now, whether it's our family, job, money, home, or anyone else we know, they will never bring us security, connection, and control in this world. Only God can do that.

Every time we make our own plans or go against His will, we will never have peace, and it will always lead us to worry and anxiety.

Fear is a strong emotion, and it has many effects on our body and mind.

I know you have reached a point in your life where you have tried everything, positive thinking or even using facts and logic just to get rid of your fear and anxiety, but it still persists. Do you know why?

Because we need something much stronger than that fear.

And that's where God's love comes in.

Fear cannot be easily eradicated, especially if you hide it in darkness. The only way for us to overcome our fears is to expose them to the light, and that can only happen when we have Jesus in our lives.

Remember that nothing can separate us from God's love.

"For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." (Romans 8:38-39)

Be brave, my friend. The love of our Lord is the source of our security, connection, and control that we seek.

Let us go and spread the love of God together!

"There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love" (1 John 4:18)