Showing posts with label God. Show all posts
Showing posts with label God. Show all posts

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Post-Thanksgiving...post?


I'm thankful beyond words. I'm thankful beyond this blog post and I'm extremely grateful for this life I am in.

A year ago, I'd say, I was in a complete different state compared to where I am right now. It was a difficult road to be in, but I've been there and I have no intention to go back. The past few months have been life changing. And by life changing, I mean... my life has changed...literally (probably close enough to turning 360 deg....k maybe about a 230 deg...and increasing hehe). Anyway, thanksgiving shouldn't be just celebrated in one day, but thanksgiving should be everyday.

Every morning, I thank God for waking me up and giving me another day to challenge myself. Every night, as I get ready to sleep, I thank God for guiding me through the challenging day that I've had. For the past months, this has been my routine, thanking God for this amazing life.

As I sit here and contemplate, I can't stop but thank God again for giving me amazing parents, a wonderful family, crazy friends, a very patient, and humble bestboyfriendever; an overwhelming/challenging/fun job, and an abundance of blessings all around me.

I may not have everything, but I'm extremely grateful with what I have right now. I can honestly say that I have more than enough that I could ever imagine! Things may not be 100% great, but with God's provision, my life feels more than 100%.

...and as I try to end this entry, keep in mind to Thank God for EVERYTHING...EVERYDAY. 

Thanksgiving.
...it's not just about turkeys, pumpkin pies, and stuffing.
(although I admit I love to eat!)

STAY TUNED.






Friday, June 15, 2012

Grateful.

There are moments that I treasure dearly, and there would be some that I wish they never happened. Today felt like I was in a battlefield of emotions. Today felt like I was just about done, but things picked up and I'm forever grateful.

I do believe in answered prayers. I do believe that God uses people sometimes to fulfill his promises to us. I do believe that in ANY circumstance, we give thanks. How grateful am I right now? Words cannot express.

Tonight, as I leave this blog again (just for 10 days..I promise I'll update!), I pray that God clears the cloud in our minds and hearts and open them for Him to work on. I am excited for our family trip tomorrow, but I'm more excited to what God has in store for me in the future.
Lord God,
Whenever you say "no", teach me to accept it without any anger in my heart.
Whenever you say "not yet.", teach me to wait patiently.
Whenever you say "yes", teach me to be humble and forever grateful.
Thank you.


Stay Tuned.

Monday, June 11, 2012

thankful.

I have been wanting to blog for weeks now, but due to unforeseen personal reasons, it has been really hard for me to gather my thoughts and write. I guess it hasn't been easy for me lately in the past few months and still am trying to get my head above water. What am I saying?

Anyway, despite the craziness that has been happening in my life lately, I am still thankful for everything. Despite the frustrations and discouragements, God is telling me 'Not yet.'. God is telling me to be patient and in everything give thanks.

My life isn't exactly going smoothly. It feels like every morning I wake up I wonder what's gonna happen next. I feel like crying, but God has been faithful and still picks me up every time I feel like giving up. What's next? Only God knows what's best for me.

Stay tuned.

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Don't Give Up!

Don't despair today when you can't see it. 
Obey God and trust that He is working.
 His timing is so rarely ours, but it is always perfect. 
Instead of chaffing under the seemingly mundane,
 embrace each task as a building block for the dreams in your heart.
 Don't give up hope.
- Amy Caroll - Prov.31 Devotions


As I was doing my devotions the past few days, I have realized that God is constantly telling me to not lose hope. Like I was ranting the other week, I felt like I was singled-out, or pretty much abandoned and it felt like everything is just falling apart again. I feel ashamed of my petty rants and what-nots. I feel like my constant battle with old self is so tiring that sometimes I just want to give up, but no. God finds a way to wake me up and remind me that there is more to come. 


Every time I did my devotions for the past few days, God has sent me a universal message : Don't give up hope. Keep trying. Keep pushing.


And last night, as I was about to sleep, I had a good smile on my face knowing that God is so amazing. The moment I want to give up, that's when He comes in and sends His message through a family member, a friend, a bible passage, or even through devotions. It's just amazing how timely He sends his message to me. I cannot imagine how I would be like if it weren't for His word. I have this smile on my face every time I read a passage and be like, "God, thank you for talking to me". With that, I feel His presence even more. And with that, I cannot explain how extremely grateful I am.


Thank You Heavenly Father for constantly reminding me to not give up. Thank you for telling me to lose hope. Thank You for using every media there is to remind me of your grace. Thank you.

STAY TUNED.

Saturday, April 7, 2012

Hang in there.

I don't know how to start this, but it needs to get out of my chest. For months I have been battling a war with my old self and my new self. For months I have been slowly recovering and getting back to my norm. However, these past few weeks have been really hard for me. There are points where I wanted to just give up on my progress. Give up and what? Start all over again? My thoughts exactly.

I would do so good for a week then I find myself in the dumps the next. I have had points where I am just so tired on waiting on God's purpose that I want out. Sounds familiar? Yes, that's the old me. I am still in a battle with my old self (obviously) and it's really HARD. Hard in the sense where I find myself frustrated and I would cry because of how I feel like I'm such a failure. Yes, the lil ole devil whispering lies about me...again.

I found myself resorting to old habits and giving in, but my God is greater than any of those lies. I've been learning how His grace and mercy has gotten me out of that rotten place. A tough spot I must say, but I'm trying really hard. I've always wanted the easy way out. I look for the fastest, easiest way to get things done because I just don't want to wait. I admit, I am still struggling with that, but I'm glad there are people who keep reminding me to never give up, to never take the easy way out. People telling me to "Hang in there!" makes the journey bearable.

I know life isn't easy and that we got to keep pushing until we see the prize. Push push push, I tell myself. But why do we need to keep pushing? Well, there is an incentive why we need to keep pushing. There's a seed, the stages of preparation, and the transition to a birth -- a new thing that's coming. And if you have to go the LONG, HARD, and PAINFUL way to learn it (which I had to go through!), then so be it.



No matter how long it takes, just know this: God's working with you the way it has to be done, for reasons that only He understands. But God has a good plan in mind. And the last thing you want to do is give up in the middle and miss out on God's reward. So please, keep on trusting Him. PUSH! -- Joyce Meyer


What did Jesus Say?
Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy-laden
 and overburdened, and I will give you rest 
Matthew 11:28


STAY TUNED.

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Contentment

Week 2 of Melissa Taylor's online-bible study of An Untroubled Heart


Chapter 4 : The Pressure's On
(an excerpt from Micca Campbell's An Untroubled Heart)


Finding Balance in Contentment
...Balance comes when I lay my to-do list before God and allow Him to prioritize my life. My life does not belong to me as a Christian. I shouldn't be the one ordering my days. When I do, my life becomes unstable. When this happens I've learned to do a quick review of my life by using this acrostic on priorities given to me by a friend:
P - Pray. Ask God for wisdom. Ask Him to show you his priorities for this season of your life.
R - Review God's priorities for your life. Study God's word to determine His priorities for you as His child and as a woman.
I - Take Inventory. Examine the activities that consume your time. (what are my true priorities? Are they the right ones?)
O - Order your schedule. Ask, "what is important?" Make the hard choices based on God's priorities for your life.
R - Resist the "tyranny of the urgent". Don't let the urgent keep you from focusing on the truly important.
I - Input from others. Seek input, counsel, and accountability from authorities, your husband, godly friends, and mentors.
T - Take advantage of the time God gives you. Don't waste time. Do all to the glory of God.
I - Identify time robbers. What saps your energy and robs your time? Activities, attitudes, distractions, interruptions?
E - Experience this season fully. Be all there in this season of life. Weep, rejoice, work hard, and celebrate with all your hear. Don't waste time living in the past or future.
S - Sabbaths. Take regular time-outs to refresh, regain perspective, reflect and evaluate, and reprioritize. Make adjustments accordingly.

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As I read through this chapter again, I regain perspective on what God wants me to be. God wants me to accomplish things according to His will. God wants me to accomplish it and not lose my eye on Him. God wants me to take advantage of the time He has given me. God doesn't want me to procrastinate and waste my time being..."useless". God wants me to PRIORITIZE.

It hits me every time. I know I've been always organized with my life and all, but ever since things happened with my life in the past 2 years, I've been...well...disorganized. Life is cruel at times, but we can always count on God. God is awesome. :)

Lord God,
Thank you for opening my heart and mind again to your word. Thank you for giving me resources to constantly remind me from time to time that YOU will never leave my side. Thank you for reminding me to prioritize and be content with life. Teach me to balance life. Teach me to lay my to-do list before You. Thank you for another promise that you have unfolded. Amen.

STAY TUNED.

Tuesday, April 3, 2012

comfort.

Sunshine amazes me every single day. I long for that rising sun to come and greet me a lovely morning. When times are discouraging, I long for the warmth of the sun to comfort me and tell me that every day is a new day and that yesterday is a thing of the past.

Magic Kingdom, Disney World, Orlando FL 2010
it calms me down every time i see this picture
I've been waking up later that usual these past few days and I honestly have been feeling under the weather (both physically...and emotionally), but I guess I should go back to my daily routine (and that includes waking up early!). I have been missing sunrises and it saddens me. Gah. I need to change this crazy routine. 

And by that, I will leave you an excerpt of my morning devotion:

"It's time to get out of bed and face the new day and the changes coming. It's time to remember that even in loneliness, I am never alone. It's time to relish the beautiful rose and those thorn bushes." - LeAnn Rice

My heart and my flesh may fail,
 but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.
Psalm 73:26 








Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Faith

(SMILE: Just like my little chihuahua Pablo
 does every morning as he is given another day to live!)
Wow. These past few days have been a crazy rollercoaster ride. Emotionally, physically, psychologically...you name it. But despite of all the crazy events that has happened in the past few days, I am still blessed and thankful. Despite the accidents and what-nots, I still thank God for sending his angels to comfort,heal, and guide us. Thank You for lifting my head 'coz you are indeed my strength and shield. I cannot express how amazing God is and how his ever present help is manifested in my life. Without faith and hope, I wouldn't be here. Despite the crazy events that has happened to my life, I still wake up and thank God for another day He has given me. And despite the crazy turn of events, I still manage to look up, pray, and smile to the One who gives me strength.


Stay Tuned.

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Starting Fresh!

We need more than a new start --
 we need a new HEART!

Ezekiel 36:26
I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; 
I will remove from you a heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.
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It's a constant battle for me when it comes to starting fresh. It's so hard but it has to be done. Thank You for the scriptures that constantly remind me of your promises and unfailing love. I just have to consistently trust in God and that by His grace, I am still keeping at it. This is no time to give up or get stuck. It's time to ask for a change in heart and ask for His wisdom and strength to keep going. There's so much in store for me...I am excited.

stay tuned.




Thursday, February 16, 2012

sunshine.

I woke up today feeling so lost. I thought it was Saturday today and that everyone at home left me. Hah. Funny story though, it's only Thursday and either way, everyone's gone by the time I wake up regardless what day it is. I woke up relatively early. Surprisingly, Mr.Sun decided to shine today (which is always a good thing in the winter!) It's only 1pm and I do hope these happy rays will continue throughout the day. *happy face*

Before I go and finish some errands for the day, I leave you with God's promises. Today is full of promises and I will gladly receive them with an open heart. As I was doing my quiet time today, I stumbled on an entry that made me realize how awesome (or should I say...o-some?) God is. An excerpt from my devotion reads:


"When trouble knocks us down, we can look up...God is there. He understands and cares. 
It's not easy, but we can TRUST Him to help us get back on our feet again." - Dave Branon

For months (or maybe you could say...years), I've been struggling to consistently TRUST God. I've been struggling to trust people...or even myself. Trust is hard to build, and easy to lose...but one thing is for sure: God will never leave us when everything fails us. Awesome? Oh it sure is. Have an awesome Thursday!




Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Happy Valentines!


Before I go to bed, I want to just let these thoughts overflow in the form of words. I had an exam tonight which I stressed so much in the past two days, but honestly wasn't as bad as I expected it to be.  Kuddos to the awesome prof who makes law night class bearable. Let's just hope I passed that exam. aiyah!


On another note, I've never been big with Valentines day, but I do admit that I am a sucker for flowers. Forget about the chocolates and jewellery, flowers will definitely melt my lil ole heart. I remember getting random flowers and what-nots from classmates/schoolmates/ and such since gr.7, and thought...would've been nice if I got one today (of course I was just hoping!). Lo and behold I did. An hour before my exam someone close to me brought me a bouquet of roses (nope, not red ones...multi-colored ones!). I know, cheesy as it may sound, I did smile and giggled like a little girl. I never thought he would get me flowers today, because it definitely is a first. Unfortunately, I don't have a picture because I ended up leaving it with him since I had an exam to write and I don't want to carry a bouquet of roses inside the classroom. *sigh* I swear, they're so preeeettty.


Ok enough about some silly flowers...but in all honesty, we can never truly love someone (may it be your brother, mother, cousin, friend, boyfriend, etc) if we do not how to love God. Why? Because  God is  Love. 1 John 4:8 says:  Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.

I never truly understood this until I longed for God's love. Never have I felt so whole when I constantly seek his will. His grace overflows and all mercy covers me. Today, as we celebrate Valentines day , I keep in mind the source of LOVE in my life...in our lives. Yes, it's nice to have a special someone but, to those who are 'single' and are bitter (coz trust me honey, I know a lot of people who publicly announce how much they hate this holiday), please remember that the ultimate source of LOVE is GOD. No person, no roses, nor chocolates can give us an everlasting LOVE like God does. Yes, all these material things can make us happy...but until when? 

...and as I close, let me share you a verse about LOVE.

1 Corinthians 13:4-13

 4 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy,
 it does not boast, it is not proud.
 5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, 
it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.
 6 Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 
7 It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
 8 Love never fails. But where there are prophecies, 
they will cease; where there are tongues, they will be stilled; 
where there is knowledge, it will pass away.
 9 For we know in part and we prophesy in part, 
10 but when completeness comes, what is in part disappears. 
11 When I was a child, I talked like a child, I thought like a child,
 I reasoned like a child. When I became a man, 
I put the ways of childhood behind me. 
12 For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; 
then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; 
then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known.
 13 And now these three remain: faith, hope and love.
 But the greatest of these is love.


Thursday, February 2, 2012

Note To Self #4:

Today, I will forgive and ask for forgiveness.
Forgive those who have wronged me, and ask God for forgiveness to every wrong I have done.


Psalm 103:11-12
For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his love for those who fear Him;
As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us.


STAY TUNED.


Wednesday, February 1, 2012

Note to Self #3:


I WILL NOT BE OVERWHELMED!Overwhelmed woman
photo source: 

Father in Heaven, grant me the strength, wisdom, knowledge and patience (LOTS of it) as I tackle the next 2 weeks. 
I thank you for giving me ALL these opportunities to organize and plan and what-not,although overwhelming,I do know You will be there every step of the way. I am feeling overwhelmed, but I know I'll get through this and You will guide me. I ask that you bless me with good health and a huge amount of strength all through these.  Overwhelmed? Yes. But I will not let it get to me. Anxious? Most likely. Hopeful? I sure am. You do not give us tasks that we cannot handle, so I put my TRUST in you Lord. 
This I ask...Amen.

Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ who give me strength!

*breathe in...breathe out...*

Stay tuned.


Sunday, January 29, 2012

In need of peace.

so much in mind...so much I want to write, but can't find the words to let it all out.

Father in heaven,
Grant me the peace of mind at this very moment. I can't seem to find the right words to say nor in the right state  to ask. It's been a week of craziness and I pray for strength for another week to tackle. Wisdom and patience would be much appreciated as well. Thank you for sustaining me despite my circumstances. It's been crazy...it's been weird...it's been awkward...it's been sad, but regardless of what I have been, I thank you for everything.

Lamentations 3:22-24
Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for his compassion never fails. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. The Lord is my portion; therefore I will wait for Him.


Thursday, January 19, 2012

Saved by a Boat

Last night as I was reading my newly purchased book by Micca Campbell, this part of the chapter that I was reading really put me a whole new perspective regarding Noah's ark. It's quite fascinating actually that I HAVE to just share it with you all! Below is an excerpt from the book.
(it's such a good read, I suggest everyone to go and purchase!)
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(an excerpt from Micca Campbell's An Untroubled Heart)

This world is full of pessimism. As Christians who live carefree in the care of God, we have no biblical right to wring our hands and wonder what we're going to do in the face of present-day troubles. Instead, Christ commanded that in the midst of persecution, confusion, wars, and rumors of wars, we are to encourage one another of his triumphant return. On the other hand, millions of people in our world today have every reason to fear because their lives are so entangled with sin and selfishness. This describes not only our society, but the people of Noah's day, too. Yet  in the midst of conflict, God has promised genuine peace, a sense of security that only he can provide. This kind of peace is not found in our world, nor is it found in trying too pacify our selfish desires. In Noah's day, the way of peace came by a boat.

When Noah finished the ark, God extended an invitation to him and his family to come aboard. The ark is a picture of salvation. In fact, we can see many similarities between Noah's ark and our salvation provided by Christ's death on the cross. The covering (roof) of the ark illustrates the atonement. Atonement means to cover one's sin. It is the process of establishing a right relationship with God. Christ is our atonement.


  • The size of the ark illustrates the sufficiency and greatness of Christ and His salvation. 
  • The ark had only one window at the top, and Noah had to look up to see out. This illustrates the place of prayer in the Christian's life.
  • Noah entered the ark through a single door. This points to Christ as the only way to God
  • The ark illustrates the salvation experience of the the believer. God's judgement was about to be unleashed on the world, but God provided a way of escape in the ark. All who fear God and his judgment are wise in receiving His salvation through Christ Jesus. 
  • After Noah and his family entered the ark, the flood came. This illustrates baptism, which follows salvation. The flood didn't save Noah, his family, and the animals. The ark saved them. The flood washed away evil, cleansing the earth and making all things new. Likewise, baptism doesn't save the believer. Placing our trust in Christ's death and resurrection is our salvation. As a result, we are made new and clean, having been washed from our sin.
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STAY TUNED.

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Hello 2012!

You told me, Look for You and I will find,
So I'm here like I'm searching for the first time
Revive me, Jesus
Make this cold heart start to move, 
Help me rediscover You
-STARFIELD; REDISCOVER YOU


Happy New Year indeed! Two weeks into the year and man, was it quite eventful! I've been fighting an uphill battle between my self and my longing for God. Two weeks have been brutal but it had it's happy moments. It's been quite eventful I tell ya! 

5th Birthday Cake: compliments to Ida
I celebrated my 23rd birthday two weeks ago and I cannot believe how time flies. I can honestly tell you right now that I do not feel any different, except I feel just a tad bit of pressure of growing up. ( I admit, I am in denial that I am already 23...it doesn't show physically anyway) Ah, but kidding aside, I've felt my little cousins, younger family friends , and those lil kiddos, have quite been looking up to me ever since. It's kind of a nice feeling having people look up to you (again just a tad bit of pressure there). I had an awesome "birth week", with five birthday cakes...come on...who wouldn't?  I thank everyone who sent their birthday greetings and what-nots, but most importantly, I thank God for another year added to my life! I know it's been a rough road lately, but I cannot stop thanking the One who wakes me and gives me breath every single day. Aiyah, fighting!

Hmm what else? I'm also back to school. Yes, after 8 long brain-idling months, I am back to the academic world! I can't explain how giddy I am when I registered, paid and started reading my book. (Book???) Yes, unfortunately though, I am only in one class this semester, but do not fret, I am back full time in the Spring! Just thinking about it makes me really excited for what's to come. (God indeed works in such crazy, and awesome ways)

Besides my birthday and schooling and what-nots, God has been crazy present in my life in these past two weeks. I cannot help but think, "WOW! I'm such a lucky person to know that God is so near and have been working in my life!". In a nutshell, I have laughed, cried, questioned, knelt, prayed, got frustrated, sang, etc, in a span of two weeks. I've never felt so emotional, empowered and hopeful. A week ago, I found myself praying and asking God's presence. Shaking, crying (bawling to be exact), and with all heart all emptied just for Him, I've never felt Him so near and comforting. It's such an awesome feeling. I felt all my worries and all my excess baggage were lifted. 

HOPE. That's pretty much a strong and comforting word that keeps me going every single day. Hope has given me a different outlook in life. Hope has given me this attitude that I never thought I had. Hope has given me the strength, patience, and wisdom I need right now in my life. The song, Rediscover You by Starfield (see excerpt above), is pretty much my song for this year. I hope to keep it close to me and would constantly remind me to SEEK God's will in my life no matter what my circumstances are. 

I am blessed. I am definitely living an o-some-sauce life. 
STAY TUNED.


Saturday, December 31, 2011

Saying Goodbye to 2011

It's New Year's Eve and the feeling is bittersweet (I guess more on the sweet side though hehe).

2011 is basically 2009 all over again for me. Not that I'm proud of what happened to me that year, but it was a year full of learning experiences. (I put emphasis on the experienceS). 2011 is not all bad. It was full of tears (and bucket loads of 'em), but good tears outnumber the bad. A lot of growing is in the works and I am hopeful that 2012 will bear fruit quite nicely. Of course I can't expect that 2012 would be my year (seriously, who does that? hehe ), but I am hopeful that 2012 will be better than 2011. 

Every minute I had in 2011 was tailored by God. Every bad situation, every unexpected circumstances, every joyous moments I had was meant for me to experience. Every people who came to and left in, every failed attempts and successes, God has written it all out in his perfect plan for my life. In every little thing I have shed a tear, I am thankful that God has blessed me with an eventful year. I am happy knowing that God has my back and is very apparent in telling me that He is there in every situation, good or bad. AND I believe that 2012 is going to be custom-made for me by God...as well. :) I am hopeful.

I need not  elaborate on the "bitter" part of the year, but I guess the rightful thing to say is, I'm glad I've had those moments. I am human after all. Don't you agree?

My prayer for 2012:
Dear God, 
I want to take this moment not to ask for anything from you, but to simply say how awesome you are and I am forever grateful. 2011 was good, but I know that 2012 will be awesome. I am excited to see what you have in store for me in the coming year. I thank you for being there 24/7. Thank You.


So here's my farewell to you 2011....

...I will be on the right track because 2012 will be better.
HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!


STAY TUNED.


Thursday, December 29, 2011

Sunny

Coz this song makes my heart cry.
Coz this song makes me happy.
Coz this song puts a smile on my tear-filled face.
Coz this song gives me hope.
Enjoy.
:)

Sunny, thank you for the truth you've let me see.
Sunny, thank you for the facts from A to Z
My life was torn like a windblown sand,
then a rock was formed when we held hands.
Sunny one so true, I love you.

<3 lots,
P.




Friday, December 23, 2011

Hope

What is Hope?

Hope is the confidence that what God has promised will happen. If God said it, don't sweat it. He will do what He has promised. Hope provides me with this confidence: 
  • That God will forgive all my sins, He will renew me
  • He will give me peace in times of turmoil,
  • He will heal my sickness and comfort my sorrows,
  • He will fight for me,
  • He will guide me, 
  • He will protect me,
  • He will strengthen me, 
  • and He will care for me until all my fears are swallowed up by an undying faith in a God who is more that able to supply all my needs.
Faith believes that God is real, and hope is the confidence that He'll do what He said He will do. 
--taken from An Untroubled Heart; Micca Campbell

Psalms 91:1-4
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most high will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.
I will say of the Lord, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God in whom I trust."
Surely He will save you from the fowler's snare and from the deadly pestilence.
He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge;
His faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.

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Right now, I need to keep reminding myself that it is by His grace that I am here and saved. It is He who keeps me going everyday. It is He who supplies every single need in my life right now. I will keep at it. Move forward. There is HOPE.


Wednesday, November 30, 2011

I'll take the...



...EASY button, right there.

Have you ever been in a situation (or situations) where you chose to take the easy way out instead of doing good and facing the said situation? Well, let me tell you this, I have (in numerous and countless times!). As crazy and cowardly as it may sound, I am afraid to admit that I've done it in every minute situation up to gigantic circumstances.

As I sit and write here, I think about such circumstances(small and ginormous) that has happened to me in the past and what were the  results of these choices. I sit and contemplate and sigh. I let out a big sigh because of the poor choices I have made.Why did I make such decisions? Well first off, I didn't want to trouble myself into putting too much energy into it. Second, why bother, right? Wrong. And here I say: "If only..."

Wrong. Yes, I admit. I made poor choices and if only I could take it all back and do it all over again, I would. The funny thing about being human is that we never learn. We seem to make the same mistakes over and over again and we just never learn. But hold on, being human also means that we make our own choices, right? Exactly. So what's holding us back from making right decisions? Our sinful nature.

I can go on...and on...and on and list down points, but I will save you the trouble. 

So tell me, would you go back to the same old routine and take the easy route or would you change your ways and say, "No, I'll face my giants. I'll let go and let God."

So instead of pressing the Easy Button... try and press this button right here:


Stay Tuned.