Matthew 1:21 NCV

Matthew 1:21 NCV

She will give birth to a son, and you will name him Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.”

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Gaining Wisdom

Psalm 90:12 NIV

Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.

// We don't know what tomorrow may bring us.. But one thing for sure, God is expecting us to do something for His kingdom, and we need to realize that we are not here forever, no one knows the exact time... when it is time to be with Him in eternity. May we see the urgency to become useful and fruitful while we are still living.

// PRAYER: God, teach us to make the most of our time so we don't waste our time, this limited time that You've given us on earth.

 

Christ's Wisdom, Mind and Thoughts are Being Shared to Us

1 Corinthians 2:9 NIV

As it is written: "What no eye has seen, what no ear has heard, and what no human mind has conceived" - the things God has prepared for those who love him. 

// In the course and journey of our lives --- knowledge can gain from school, from our experiences, from people around us, but there is WISDOM that we should long for. Wisdom may not be popular with others, because wisdom is can be found and learn with God, with His Word (Bible). Wisdom will last, it will never be out-of-date. It will make you better and purposeful person.

// Wisdom is a capacity of the mind that allows us to understand life from God’s perspective. In able for us to gain wisdom we need to [a] Fear God -- filial (familial; parental) fear is the type of respect and love a child has for a parent, a fear of offending the one they most adore and trust. [b] Desire Wisdom -- “look for it as for silver and search for it as for hidden treasure” (Proverbs 2:4). [c] Pray for Wisdom -- “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you” (James 1:5). [d] Study God’s Word -- The law of the LORD is perfect, refreshing the soul. The statutes of the LORD are trustworthy, making wise the simple. (Psalm 19:7). We should not rely on our own understanding, but learn from the Bibles, through the lives and wisdom and insight of Great Man of God through history.

// God prepared great things for us, as the scripture says, it is something we could not imagined. What God has arranged for those who love Him. We should be grateful coz it is revealed to us by God thru His Spirit, thru His Son Jesus.

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1 Corinthians 2:16 AMP

For who has known or understood the mind (the counsels and purposes) of the Lord so as to guide and instruct Him and give Him knowledge? But we have the mind of Christ (the Messiah) and do hold the thoughts (feelings and purposes) of His heart. 

// Christ's wisdom, mind and thoughts are being shared to us. We just need to take actions and desire for it.

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God's Kindness Knows No Limit

Acts 3:6 NIV

Then Peter said, "Silver or gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk."

// God's kindness knows no limit, His mercy is abundant and overflowing, sometimes we feel that we don't have the strength to stand, to continue life, we're losing hope. Just like the lame person who was sitting and begging for years, he might not see the possibilities and the things he can do, but God came to the rescue. He received the strength he needs in able for him to stand.

// Sometimes we asked for the wrong things, God has another in mind -- something that is important and something that is more beneficial for us. The lame person seems to be contented on his situation (begging), he (was) used to it, but God wanted us to experience more than that. He wants us to be a better person with capabilities to help others. Let us continue to seek His guidance and ask for His heart be the same as ours.

// Let us ask God to pick us up in those times of our lives when trials are unbearable and give us the power to make it through (the rain?) those trials. Ask Him also that through us, those who are struggling, weary and with heavy hearts will see how Good our God is through our lives, through our testimony, actions and deeds.

PRAYER: Thank you God for giving me the same importance like the lame person, the blind who you give sight.  The same power you gave for me to stand and face all the trials I might face, thank you for you are my refuge. A hand that is always ready to pick me up and tap my shoulder to comfort me.

AMEN

Your Daily Tidbits

1 John 4:8 NIV

Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.

// v.1-ff. Do not believe everything you hear, carefully weigh and examine everything... Some deliberately used the Name and the Word of God for their own advantage. They do make excuses as if God do the work for them, as if God’s Word is written specifically for them, be wise in discerning, see where the person is coming from, read and re-read God’s Word, ask for the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

// Here how to test, those who openly confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, God, Savior, who believe that faith actually matters is indeed for God, otherwise magduda ka na, and fruits are also visible hindi yung sa salita lang. They don’t twist God’s Word to fit into their situation. It is important for us to SEE, READ and BE DISCERNING. We usually see/hear verses into TIDBITS (verses that are cut short to become more appealing and fitting into theirs). A wise, prudent and intelligent Christian will look into it. It is important for us to understand the whole context of the verse, not just the verse itself. READ the whole chapter or at the very least, read five (5) verses before and after of the quoted verse.  

ANYONE WHO KNOWS GOD --- LISTEN AND UNDERSTAND because the Holy Spirit enables them to do so...

// v.4 Let us continue to love each other since love comes from God. God's love that brought Him on the cross to die and suffer on our behalf. He has given us life from His very own. Christ love us first; in return we must love Him wholeheartedly...

...LET US CONTINUE TO LOVE... coz HE first loved us... because loving God includes loving people...you've got to love both... BAWAL MAMILI 

Bible Reference: 1 John 4

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Pray Simply, Yet With Perseverance

 

Matthew 6:30 NLT

And if God cares so wonderfully for wildflowers that are here today and thrown into the fire tomorrow, he will certainly care for you.

// v.2:: When trying to be good, to do good [ahaha]... (as much as possible)make sure no one is aware except God, helping and doing good is not something to boast... not unless, you want to be praised by men (pasikat ba) instead do it quietly, just like our Father, working behind the scenes when He helps us.

// Pray simply and yet with perseverance, God answers base not how flowery our prayer is, but by our sincerity and heart

// If God cares for the flowers in the field... much more HE CARES FOR US... sometimes we need to relax, not so preoccupied with the busyness of the world, so that we could response to God... know how God's work (Matthew 6:33 >>> But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.)... don't worry about missing out, for sure all your everyday concerns will be met.. 

// Give attention to what God is doing and don't worry about what may or may not happen tomorrow... God will help you deal with whatever hard things come up when the time comes...

LEARN TO TRUST GOD... and LEARN TO MANAGE OUR TIME AND PRIORITIES...

// May we find ourselves a God seeker, God pleaser and not the other way around....

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You, Lord, are all I have, and you give me all I need; my future is in your hands.

Psalm 16:5 GNT

...everything is secured in God's hand...

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For Him and Through Him

In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, O Lord, will keep me safe.

Psalms 4:8 NLT

Out of the fullness of his grace he has blessed us all, giving us one blessing after another.

John 1:16 GNT

// everything was created through Him.. nothing came into existence without Him... He is the source of everything we had... faithful or unfaithful we are, He still bless us... the greatest blessing we received is THE GIFT OF ETERNAL LIFE... it is by grace kaya naging karapatdapat tayo..

// grace--unmerited divine assistance given to us; special favor; privilege

// we received blessing after blessing because He loves us so much.. may we find ourselves thankful and grateful of God's grace given to us... 

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Live Life With A Purpose

Don't be selfish; don't try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. Don't look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too.

Philippians 2:3 NCV

When you do things, do not let selfishness or pride be your guide. Instead, be humble and give more honor to others than to yourselves.

Philippians 2:1‭-‬4 MSG

If you’ve gotten anything at all out of following Christ, if his love has made any difference in your life, if being in a community of the Spirit means anything to you, if you have a heart, if you care —then do me a favor: Agree with each other, love each other, be deep-spirited friends. Don’t push your way to the front; don’t sweet-talk your way to the top. Put yourself aside, and help others get ahead. Don’t be obsessed with getting your own advantage. Forget yourselves long enough to lend a helping hand.

Philippians 2:12-13 NLT

Dear friends, you always followed my instructions when I was with you. And now that I am away, it is even more important. Work hard to show the results of your salvation, obeying God with deep reverence and fear. For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him.

// Though we need to look up for ourselves(self-confidence) we should not push our way up thru our sugar-coated talks. Instead help others get ahead, not for your self-advantage, always ready to lend a hand. Just like what Jesus did for us though He is God Himself, He offered His life for our benefits, He humbly done and demonstrate it on the cross.

// Be always ready, obedient at all times, readily to prove the salvation He gave to you, because God himself is willing and working to make you able to obey His will for His purpose.  As we live in a corrupt and sinful world, be the source of light, hope, a message of life that Jesus can only give... be the testimony of God's goodness.

// LIVE LIFE WITH A PURPOSE

// Our life is a cycle of blessings and battles, it is important that we know who to approach when trials comes. Thanking Him even during BLESSINGS and TRIALS in our lives.

// Noah before the flood, he followed God and yet he experienced a lot of trials and even people judgement, still he chooses to do God's will.

// As for Jesus right after He was recognized by God (during Jesus baptism),  right after the Holy Spirit came to Him, He was tempted by Satan. Same mostly of the believers after they had their encounter with the Holy Spirit, trials comes. But this is the assurance, God will never leave you, He will send someone to the rescue.

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Shine Your Light

Matthew 5:16 NIV

In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

// You are here to be light, bringing out the God's glory in the world... God is not a secret to be kept... A God's light bearer is always seen by others... God purposely put you in a place, situation to be seen, to shine.. be generous of God's light that is entrusted to you by opening up your lives to others, prompting people to give up  and  trust their lives to God...

// As the song goes... "shine your light, and let the whole world see..." for our God is mighty to save…

Psalms 1:1‭-‬3 NLT

Oh, the joys of those who do not follow the advice of the wicked, or stand around with sinners, or join in with mockers. But they delight in the law of the Lord, meditating on it day and night. They are like trees planted along the riverbank, bearing fruit each season. Their leaves never wither, and they prosper in all they do.

// God promised fruitfulness, vitality and prosperity as long we dwell into His presence… though we may be tempted to do sins, as we see other prosper even they do what is wrong but their joy will not last… because the true lasting prosperity and fruitfulness is only can be found in having relationship with God. and we are assured that we are being watch by Him. 

God Disciplined Those Who are His

 

Hebrews 12:6 NCV

The Lord disciplines those he loves, and he punishes everyone he accepts as his child.”

// As our earthly parents disciplined us for our own good, same as our Father in heaven, God also want the best for us. most of the time discipline is not fun and and seems not favorable to us, later we will be able to see and grasps what is behind it. We are being trained how to handle every situation and make us mature in our relationship with the Lord..

Hebrews 12:11 HCSB

No discipline seems enjoyable at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it yields the fruit of peace and righteousness to those who have been trained by it.

Hebrews 12:14 HCSB

Pursue peace with everyone, and holiness — without it no one will see the Lord.

Hebrews 11:4 NLT

It was by faith that Abel brought a more acceptable offering to God than Cain did. Abel’s offering gave evidence that he was a righteous man, and God showed his approval of his gifts. Although Abel is long dead, he still speaks to us by his example of faith.

Hebrews 13:7 NIV

Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith.

God's Eyes On You

 

James 1:2‭-‬3 NIV

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.

James 1:17 NIV

Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.

James 2:1 NABRE

My brothers, show no partiality as you adhere to the faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ.

// Trials, trials, trials... nanung atin? it('s) (maybe) (a) part of our lives and no one is exempted... it is just how you see and handle it... make it your motivation to do and give your best.. Gods promises are there, we just need to see it coming and claim it... God's blessing comes in different shapes and colors... need lang natin i-appreciate and recognized that it comes from HIM... 

Be Glad as James said, God shows no favoritism. He constantly looking after you (us). We need to learn (how) to wait of His timing.

Is Your Faith Can Be Trusted?

 

Proverbs 28:5 MSG

Justice makes no sense to the evilminded; those who seek God know it inside and out.

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Psalm 3:5

Psalm 3:5

"I lie down and sleep; I wake again, because the LORD sustains me."

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Hopeful

Romans 15:13 ESV

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.

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Trust God and Do Good

Psalms 37:3‭-‬4 NCV

Trust the Lord and do good. Live in the land and feed on truth. Enjoy serving the Lord , and he will give you what you want.

Psalms 37:3‭-‬4 TPT

Keep trusting in the Lord and do what is right in his eyes. Fix your heart on the promises of God and you will be secure, feasting on his faithfulness. Make God the utmost delight and pleasure of your life, and he will provide for you what you desire the most.

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Colossians 3:15‭-‬17 NIV

Colossians 3:15‭-‬17 NIV

Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.

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Love For God...

let your LOVE FOR GOD change the world, but never let the world change your LOVE FOR GOD

"Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength." Deuteronomy 6:5 NIV

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Ecclesiastes 3:1 NLT

Ecclesiastes 3:1 NLT

There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heavens.

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Be STRONG and IMMOVABLE

1 Corinthians 15:57‭-‬58 NLT

But thank God! He gives us victory over sin and death through our Lord Jesus Christ. So, my dear brothers and sisters, be strong and immovable. Always work enthusiastically for the Lord, for you know that nothing you do for the Lord is ever useless.

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Look Beneath...

John 7:24 NLT

Look beneath the surface so you can judge correctly.”

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