Hypocrites! You know how to interpret the appearance of the earth and the sky. How is it that you don’t know how to interpret this present time?
Gifted people are good in seeing “hidden signs.” One business visionary sees money trends in the next 50 years and gives advice on how to rake in millions. World renowned designers interpret fashion signs and can forecast “what’s hot” for the next 10 years. Chinese businessmen see money from that others think is a garbage heap and turn them into mega business controlling the national economy.
Too bad though that some people don’t look far enough to see what’s near enough. A celebrity mother didn’t have the time to see the signs of a depressed son and the suicide that the red light signaling that his marriage was to look at the pale faces of the dead poor, who were drowned by the flashfloods caused by of his illegal logging money machine uphill.
Jesus calls out : “Hypocrites! You know how to interpret the appearance of the earth and the sky. How is it that you don’t know how to interpret this present time?”.
What do the signs of your present time and situation tell you? Look at what’s near; your family, neighbors, relationship with the Lord. What’s the Lord asking you to do about it?
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For his merciful kindness is great towards us. And the truth of the Lord endures forever. Praise the Lord.
There have been many stories about convicts who lived a life of debauchery and sin outside the prison walls, but after sometime of being behind bars and serving their sentence, they slowly notice God’s presence, embrace His teachings and live a new life whether inside the prison walls, or outside.
Many transformations have occurred while being with the lowest of the pit, mixing with the scams of the societies. It seems that the environment they have been transported in gives them a better view of God and His magnificence.
There are men who defied reason, were wild and wanton, who were incarcerated for their misdeeds. But when they were released, they began to preach about God and His goodness.
There are others who are still there, languishing, serving for life, but, now mouthing a different language, spreading and sharing God’s love to anyone who would listen. The walls and bars were not a hindrance to their mission, as they praised God for his mercy and kindness.
Never under estimate the mercy of God.
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Do not seek your own interest, but rather that of others….
“To live so that others can breathe and lived” In living this out, We have to strived to become more generous, conscious to cheerfully extend ourselves in service to others.
I’m not talking of anything fancy or earthshaking here. Just random acts of kindness, it could be the ever ready messenger, cook, driver, fundraiser, solid shoulder or the listening heart to sob stories to family, friends and colleagues. It could mean giving a smile or a warm greeting to strangers we’ve encounter. Volunteerism has even taken a new dimension, from simply forking out some extra change, we’ve learned to actually give our time, talent and treasure regardless of inconvenience or sacrifice. The sight of a face that brightened up with a big smile or glowing eyes is a reward in itself.
When we look beyond ourselves, our little gestures could actually touch hearts. As we make people “breathe easier” that’s enough from them to see God work out His little miracles.
Am I a WIIFM asking “what’s in it for me?
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The most influential people in the world, read the banner story of an international magazine. It was referring to individuals who, by virtue of their character, their drives and their dreams, changed the world and made history. They were presented under the classification of leaders and revolutionaries, heroes and pioneers, scientists and thinkers, artist and entertainers, builders and titans. Because of their influence, people listen, follow, believe and emulate them.
But the reality is that their knowledge and sphere of influence plus the power, authority, and prestige that go with it are limited to that category only. Nother more.
God authors everything. He alone is the most influential in this world. If only we listen, believe, obey and follow Him, His goodness, blessings and beauty will abound. Without limit. Without boundary. In him, there should be no room for questions, doubt, fear, sadness or conflict within us.
Who do I believe in? Who do i follow? Who do I trust to make a difference in this world?
My Lord God, You are the Most High. It is you that all beauty, goodness, and truth have their roots. I entrust my life to you....
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Never tire of doing things for others...
Sometimes, these little things are the big things..
which are treasured and kept in their heart.....
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kind heart is the garden
kind thoughts are the roots.
kind words are the flowers.
kind deeds are the fruits.
May you enjoy one beautiful garden of life....
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When you find a dream inside your heart
don't ever let it go
for dreams are the tiny seeds
from which beautiful tomorrows grow....
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Sunrise makes our morning beautiful,
but the word of God strengthen us
and makes our life more meaningful...
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I'm your friend, but God is your best friend
You can cry to me, but God can dry your tears..
I love you, but God loves you deeper
You can hold my hand,
but God can carry you better....
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When God drops needles and pins
along your path in life,
don't stay away.
Instead pick them up and collect them
They were designed to teach you to be strong.
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While you are not able to serve men, how can you serve spirits [of the dead]?...While you do not know life, how can you know about death? (Read more inside ..)
[The superior man] acts before he speaks, and afterwards speaks according to his actions. (Read more inside ..)
Without an acquaintance with the rules of propriety, it is impossible for the character to be established. (Read more inside ..)
With coarse rice to eat, with water to drink, and my bended arm for a pillow - I have still joy in the midst of these things. Riches and honors acquired by unrighteousness are to me as a floating cloud. (Read more inside ..)
When you know a thing, to hold that you know it; and when you do not know a thing, to allow that you do not know it - this is knowledge. (Read more inside ..)
