February 2012
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“One of the most terrifying things for a man is to take to himself a daughter of...”
– - Paul Washer
Or at least, the other way around. I do not care how unpopular his views might be. This is truth. (via thesweetermelody)
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Sometimes I wonder whether or not people are intentionally out to get me. I think to myself, “what kind of person (family of the faith in particular) would go out of his or her way to try to make me uncomfortable or jealous or annoyed?” But then God reminds me that I am not fighting against “flesh-and-blood enemies” (Ephesians 6:12) and that I must make allowance for faults...
January 2012
15 posts
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Patience
The way I see it, there are two forms of patience: (1) patience with others and (2) patience with the unravelling of God’s will in my life. As He breaks down my pride, He’s revealing to me that I could definitely use a lot of both.
Lord, strip me of my evil heart. Give me Christ-like love for others, especially those of the family of faith. Enable me to make allowance for flaws and...
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Be happy for those who are blessed (with or without you). Count it a blessing just to witness God bless family of the faith.
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I may not pray with eloquent speech or sing songs of praise with the voice of an angel, but my efforts are sincere. I lay my life down at Jesus’ feet and surrender everything to Him because I cannot do it on my own. My human efforts are weak and at times I am feeble minded. I sin daily but I try to repent just as much. By human standards, I am useless, unworthy, and filthy, but because of...
elyssaenguancho:
It’s really sad that people take the time to say “I love you” or how blessed they were by someone only after the person is gone. Take the time to let people know how loved they are while they’re still here. Time is ticking.
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One thing I know: I find all I need in Your unending love.
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Step back.
Breathe.
Examine your heart.
Pray.
Let God change you.
Dare yourself each day to be a blessing to...
To My Future Husband:
tomyfuturespouse:
I made a mistake once and gave everything I had to a man I thought would be you. I was wrong and I am sorry that I did not stick to my principles and save myself for you. Please forgive my being young, dumb and in love. I will wait for you now, there will be no others. I promise. We will be so good together. Also, I don’t mean to rush you, but reveal yourself soon, ok?
I...
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To Pursue and Be Pursued
The art of pursuing is a man’s job. From that statement alone, you may be disagreeing with me right now but I’m not surprised. This is a concept that I’ve struggled with a lot in my time as a Christian. It just seems so old-age, right? I mean, this is the twenty-first century, isn’t it? I always felt like statements like the first sentence I typed were sexist and demeaning...
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Modesty
Some women have this preconceived notion that dressing modestly limits themselves. It seems that they believe that if one does not dress how she pleases (scandalously, or not), that she is jeopardizing every woman’s pursuit for equality. But in reality, dressing provocatively cancels out the efforts of every hard working woman who has tried to make the world see the true worth of women (not...
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To be young and in love.
It is so easy for me to wear my heart on my sleeve. I don’t have to put effort into “going with the flow,” but that also means that I don’t have to put any effort into getting heartbroken. Sure, I could carelessly be wooed or swept off my feet in an instant, and maybe it would be fun for a while, but I wouldn’t even be able to predict the disaster awaiting in the near...
December 2011
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In light of the end of the year, I thought it’d be nice to reflect on what I’ve learned this past year.
This year has truly been a roller coaster of ups and downs. I’ve laughed, I’ve cried and I’ve cried some more but no matter how much my mood changed, no matter how much the people around me changed, and no matter how much my life changed, the one and only...
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God is beautiful and everything around us is proof of that. From the sunset to the sunrise, the bees to the birds, the ocean to the desert, and the humans to the dust, His beauty is evident in every possible way. How can you witness something so magnificent and not believe in the Almighty God who created it? Life is beautiful because God is beautiful.
kevincasserola asked: Yes it was a response to today haha. But its just a feeling that I can't control. Dont worry Im not butt hurt about it. :p
Late Night Insecurities
kevincasserola:
I hate disappointing people: my friends, peers, colleagues, teachers. Disappointment brings a cruel monster behind my shoulder to lurk.
If this is specific to what we were talking about early, you haven’t disappointed anyone, my friend. Well, not me at least :3 you are an amazing leader, Kev. Don’t be so hard on yourself. Love ya, bro.
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Love is waiting.
Why is it so hard to keep my promises?
Why is it so hard to be selfless?
Why is it so hard to trust?
Why is it so hard to wait?
Why is it so easy to break Your heart?
Why is it so easy to be selfish?
Why is it so easy to do things in my own time?
Why is it so easy to forget that You have a perfect and pleasing plan for me?
Let the pace of my footsteps be in sync with Yours. When I walk...
Waiting.
Driving in the car today with one of my best friends who's smitten with a beautiful Christian lady. He believes that the Lord is calling him to love and lay his life down for her. It was so profound.
Me: I mean, you're called to be her friend right now?
Friend: Yeah.
Me: How do you know this is God asking?
Friend: I have perfect peace about it. Yes. I want nothing more than to pursue her, and to let her know my intentions and feelings and how much she means to me, but this is flesh. All flesh. It's my desires. The Lord has shown me that I must learn to be a faithful friend first, and lay my life down for her in the light of friendship.
Me: Right. You wouldn't want to cut this season short, and ruin things with her.
Friend: Exactly. It could take time... A lot of time for her and I.
Me: And you're okay with that? You're okay with years?
Friend: Absolutely. I keep thinking that this waiting season is for a purpose. And you know what? Even if I have to wait five, or ten years, it will produce a testimony. By God, it will produce a mighty and powerful testimony.
Me: ...Wow.
I just want people to see Christ in me. I don't...
“I have held many things in my hands and I have lost them all. But whatever I...”
– Martin Luther (1483-1546)
“God never withholds from His child that which His love and wisdom call good....”
– Elisabeth Elliot (via set-apartgirl)
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“The world has abandoned marriage and commitment for a lifestyle of empty...”
– Joshua Harris, Sex is Not the Problem (Lust Is)
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“Husbands have 3 jobs: Protect her. Provide for her. Position her to grow in...”
– Jimmy Needham (via littlethingsaboutgod)
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My life feels inadequate right now. Maybe it’s just because I’ve been listening to The Fray so much lately or maybe it’s because I’m through with mediocre. Who knows? All I know is that there has to be more to life than this. I can feel my soul crying out for something more. I just don’t quite know what that is yet.
Life is short and we only have a blink of an eye to...
These are my face expressions when you don't hit... →
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I have this yearning in my soul to talk about what’s on my heart right now. I love this feeling. It’s unavoidable. It’s all-consuming. It’s the Spirit stirring within me.
It’s a funny thing to see someone you were once in a deep and intimate relationship moving on. It’s an even funnier thing to see someone you were once in a deep and intimate relationship with...
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“Before we can be filled with the Spirit, the desire to be filled must be...”
– A.W. Tozer
Take advantage of every opportunity you get to deepen your relationship with God. If you want Him, you’ve got to chase after Him.
November 2011
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Locks of Love
Hesitation. That is what I feel every time I just think about cutting my hair. Growing up (and even now), I’ve never been the prettiest or the smartest or the funniest but the one thing that everyone has always complimented me on has always been my hair and its length. A lot of times, the first thing a person recognizes about me is my hair and, in part, I’ve allowed my hair to define...
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Satisfaction
The feeling I get after rearranging my room is magical. Who knew such a small task could feel like such a huge accomplishment?
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Gifts from Above: Serving
The ability to serve is an often overlooked blessing. We hold on, so dearly, to the things of this world. We stingily cradle money in our pockets and reluctantly give up our time, but for what? Why are we so hesitant to give back to God and His people what He has so freely given to us? Sure, you can say you earned your money and your free time, but if you’re a child of God, you should very...
“Do not let your happiness depend on something you may lose. If love is to be a...”
– C.S. Lewis, The Four Loves
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Gratitude
We try so hard to hold on to the things we think God wants for us. With clenched fists and whitened knuckles we suffocate the situations and the people that we hope He has set along our paths, but it’s not until we relax and let go that we realize that the true plans He has for us are greater than any plans we could ever wish for. We walk blindfolded down the road that He built just for us,...