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Blog Y3 861 - "Peace Beyond the Storm"

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And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7. Peace is the most important thing the world is missing. But the children of God are the only ones who can truly experience real peace in their lives. The whole world is trying its very best to find peace through many worldly pleasures, yet they are still unable to experience true peace. There remains an emptiness, a deep vacuum within their hearts that nothing can fill. Do we truly understand the peace that God gives us? That precious peace governs our hearts and minds. Even when we experience struggles and ups and downs in life, we can still feel that heavenly peace. It keeps us in Christ Jesus. Many of God’s children are not enjoying this true joy and peace. Do you know why? Because their souls are still struggling to detach from the world. If we want to be filled completely with real joy and peace, we must surrender ourselves fully to our Lord Jesus Christ...

Blog Y3 860 - "Wonderfully Shaped by Him"

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  I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Marvelous are Your works, and that my soul knows very well. Psalms 139:14. Our every move, everything we do, should bring praise to God. We, as human beings, are His unique and wonderful creation. Even before our birth, while we were still in our mother’s womb, He had already planned every detail of our lives, where we would be born, when we would be born, and into which family. Bit by bit, with great care and love, He formed us. Each person is created with a beautiful design and a divine purpose. When we look closely, every organ in our body reveals how amazingly and perfectly we are made. Through every stage of our growth, His eyes have been upon us. And when He saved us and granted us salvation, our souls came to truly realize and know Him. Now it is our time to praise and worship the Lord God Almighty, who created us in His own image. As we wait for His glorious coming, our hearts are filled with joyful expectation. ...

Blog Y3 859 - "Thirsting for His Presence"

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As the deer pants for the water brooks, so pants my soul for You, O God. Psalm 42:1 When a deer is thirsty, it does not casually search for water. It pants, its breathing becomes heavy, its body weak, and its entire being is focused on finding a stream. It searches persistently, driven by a deep and desperate need, because water is essential for its life. In the same way, the psalmist expresses a deep longing of the soul for God. Each one of us has a longing within, a space in our soul that desires to be filled. Often, we try to satisfy this thirst with the things of the world, but nothing truly satisfies. That emptiness remains. Our souls are created to long for our Heavenly Father. Just as the deer pants for water, our hearts should continually thirst for Him. Nothing else can truly bring life; only the Living Water from Jesus can satisfy. John 4:10 says, ‘Jesus answered and said to her, “If you knew the gift of God, and who it is who says to you, ‘Give Me a drink,’ you would have a...

Blog Y3 858 - "Joy that Restores You"

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  The Joy of the Lord Is Your Strength. Nehemiah 8:10. Then he said to them, ‘Go your way, eat the fat, drink the sweet, and send portions to those for whom nothing is prepared; for this day is holy to our Lord. Do not sorrow, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.’ When Nehemiah and Ezra, along with the people of Israel, rebuilt the wall amidst great opposition, it was only by the help of our faithful God that they completed such a mighty work. Afterward, Ezra read the Law, and the priests explained it clearly to the people. As they listened and understood God’s Word, they were deeply convicted and began to weep. But at that very moment, they were told not to mourn or be filled with sorrow. Instead, they were encouraged to rejoice in the Lord, because that day was holy. Even today, when we hear God’s Word and truly understand it, we may feel sorrowful, realizing how far we fall short. The commandments may seem difficult to follow. Yet, the Lord lovingly calls us not to remain i...

Blog Y3 857 - "Humbled by God's Nearness"

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What is man that You are mindful of him, And the son of man that You visit him? You have made him to have dominion over the works of Your hands; You have put all things under his feet.” Psalm 8:4, 6 First, we must understand who we are and who God is—the One who created us in His own image. Though the heavenly archangels worship Him with perfect beauty and reverence, He still delights in and longs for our worship. We are His own. Our Father God has given us the privilege to call Him “Abba, Father.” Even the angels in heaven do not share this intimate relationship. We are but dust, small and fragile, yet deeply loved. When we truly grasp who God is and who we are, the truth of these verses becomes even more astonishing. The God who is mindful of us (Psalm 8:4) has not only created us but has also entrusted us with responsibility. The dominion mentioned (Psalm 8:6) is not a call to prideful control but to humble stewardship. The same God who formed the heavens has chosen to place aspects...

Blog Y3 856 - "Prayer that Moves Mountains"

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And the prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven. James 5:15. Prayer without faith is like an empty vessel. If we do not have faith, we cannot expect anything from God. Faith in prayer shows that we trust Him to do what we ask. Our God is the Author and Finisher of our faith. Even the disciples witnessed many miracles that Jesus performed, yet they still asked Him to increase their faith. In some places, miracles could not be done because of unbelief. If we truly love God, we will eventually come to trust and believe Him, knowing that He is able to do what we ask according to His will. Just like Hannah, who poured out her heart in the presence of God, her face was no longer filled with anxiety afterward. That is the power of faith. Faith in our prayers can move mountains. That is why Jesus said that nothing will be impossible for those who believe. When we pray with faith, God can heal the sick through the pow...

Blog Y3 855 - "Standing on His Oath"

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Surely blessing I will bless you, and multiplying I will multiply you. Hebrews 6:14. The word “Surely” carries deep assurance. It is God’s emphatic declaration, firm, certain, and unchanging. When He speaks, it is not uncertain or conditional. It is a divine guarantee. Our God is not like man, that He should lie or change His mind. Every promise He makes stands forever. His Word is faithful and unshakable. Through Jesus Christ, we have become the spiritual descendants of Abraham. Therefore, the promises given to Abraham belong to us as well. And this is not just a general promise; it is a promise of blessing and multiplication. From the very beginning, when God created mankind, His command was to “be fruitful and multiply.” This reveals His heart to increase, to bless, and to establish abundance in the lives of His people. In human life, people swear oaths by someone greater than themselves to confirm their words and end all disputes. In the same way, God, wanting to remove every doubt...

Blog Y3 854 - "Loving Him without Compromise"

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You who love the Lord, hate evil! He preserves the souls of His saints; He delivers them out of the hand of the wicked. Psalms 97:10. The first and foremost calling in our lives is to love the Lord with all our heart and soul. When we truly love God, we begin to hate what He hates. His divine nature starts to dwell within us, shaping our thoughts, desires, and actions. A genuine love for God leaves no room for compromise with the evil of this world. We cannot walk in agreement with worldly ways that oppose His holiness. Instead, we are called to stand apart, reflecting His righteousness in our daily lives. When we live in this way, God sees us as His righteous ones, His saints. And to His saints, He gives a precious promise: He preserves their souls and delivers them from the hands of the wicked. Our soul is of great eternal value. When our journey on this earth ends, and we close our eyes, our soul, being preserved by God, will go safely into His presence. Even while we live in this w...

Blog Y3 853 - "Trusting His Perfect Plan"

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I know that You can do everything, and that no purpose of Yours can be withheld from You. Job 42:2. Our Lord God is the Author and Finisher of our faith. He created everything, and indeed, it was good. He has a unique and perfect plan for each of His children. In His great love, He has given us His promises and called us His beloved. Every promise of God is “Yes” and “Amen.” Even before we were born, before we were formed in our mother’s womb, He designed a beautiful blueprint for our lives. What He has planned, He will surely and faithfully fulfill. No power and no evil can hinder or block His divine purpose for us. No weapon formed against us or against His plan will ever prevail. Therefore, we must place our complete trust in Him. At times, we may feel or believe that the enemy can destroy God’s plan for our lives, but no! Only God’s purpose will stand forever. Nothing can stop what He has ordained. For greater is He who is in us than he who is in the world. Our God has already conq...

Blog Y3 852 - "Lifting His Name High"

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Give unto the Lord the glory due to His name; Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness. Psalms 29:2. The name of the Lord is a strong tower; The righteous run to it and are safe. There is no other name in heaven or on earth worthy to be glorified and honored as His. All glory belongs to Him alone. His name is filled with power and might, holy, majestic, and eternal. His name is  Yahweh, the great I AM. He is Adonai, our Lord and Master. He is Elohim, the Almighty Creator. He is El Shaddai, the All-Sufficient One. In His name dwells His presence, His power, and His holiness. Therefore, His name must be exalted and honored above all. Let us worship Him clothed in holiness, for we are created to bring Him glory. Our lives, every step, every word, every action, should reflect His praise. Together with the heavenly hosts and archangels, let us lift up His name in adoration.  Let us sing, Hallelujah to our Lord! May our lives be adorned with garments of righteousness and glory, as...

Blog Y3 851 - "Victory in His Power"

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Then all this assembly shall know that the Lord does not save with sword and spear; for the battle is the Lord’s, and He will give you into our hands. I Samuel 17:47. King David was not even recognized by his own family. To them, he was just a shepherd boy, sent to care for sheep. Yet, God’s mighty anointing and divine plan were upon his life. The challenge before David was enormous; Goliath stood as a giant, a terrifying force. But David did not focus on the size of the problem; he trusted in the greatness of his God. The God who was with him is greater than any power in this world. While his family expected him to remain in the background, tending sheep, God had destined him for something far greater. This shows us a powerful truth: God often chooses what the world considers small, weak, or insignificant to display His glory. Our God does not depend on human strength, weapons, or worldly power. He proves again and again that victory comes from Him alone. He raises the overlooked, the...

Blog Y3 850 - "Words Shaped by God's Wisdom"

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A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in settings of silver. Proverbs 25:11. Words are very powerful, especially when they come from the mouth of God’s children. They carry life, influence, and impact more than we often realize. We are human, and many times we do not know how to speak the right word at the right time. If we speak words that are not appropriate, they can create confusion, pain, or even great chaos. That is why we need godly wisdom in every moment of our speech. We also need to be filled with the Holy Spirit. Without His guidance, we cannot speak the right words in the right place at the right time. It is the Holy Spirit who teaches us, reminds us, and leads us into truth and wisdom. As James 1:5 says, if anyone lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given. Truly, the right word spoken at the right time is precious, like golden apples displayed in a silver setting, beautiful and valuable in God’s sight. Let u...

Blog Y3 849 - "He Carries My Worries"

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A merry heart does good, like medicine, but a broken spirit dries the bones. Proverbs 17:22. Our Heavenly Father desires that we live in joy at all times. When God is truly our Father, we need not be anxious about anything. Worry, though often unnoticed, reflects a lack of trust in His perfect care. Our God sees every detail of our lives, even the hidden and unspoken things. He knows how to protect us from dangers we cannot see or understand. What a comfort it is to know that such an all-knowing and loving God is our Father! When we surrender all our worries into His hands, our hearts are filled with peace and gladness. A joyful heart becomes like medicine, bringing healing and strength to our whole being. But when we allow worry to take hold, it burdens our spirit, bringing heaviness and sorrow into our lives. How blessed and privileged we are to have our loving Father as the One who governs every situation in our lives! Let us choose to trust Him completely, placing our lives into Hi...

Blog Y3 848 - "Restored by His Mercy"

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Then the Lord your God will bring you to the land which your fathers possessed, and you shall possess it. He will prosper you and multiply you more than your fathers. Deuteronomy 30:5. The word “Then” is very powerful. It reminds us that God’s promises often follow a response from us. Before this promise, the Lord speaks about a people who were scattered, burdened, and living in the consequences of disobedience. Yet, in His mercy, He lovingly calls them back to Himself. Our God, in His compassion, desires that we turn to Him with all our heart and soul. When we truly return, repenting, surrendering, and seeking His presence, something beautiful happens. Then………… He gathers us from every place of loss and scattering. He restores what was broken. He removes our desire for sin and gives us a heart that loves and obeys Him. What a gracious Father we have! The Lord does not stop at restoration. He goes beyond it. He promises to prosper us and multiply us more than our fathers, blessing us n...

Blog Y3 847 - "Shining Through His Presence"

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Make Your face shine upon Your servant, and teach me Your statutes. Psalms 119:135.  This is a beautiful and humble prayer. When we draw closer to God, the brightness of His face will shine upon us. Just like the moon has no light of its own but reflects the light of the sun, we, too, do not have our own light; we shine only through Him. God desires to shine through our lives. That is why we must spend more time in His presence. When we look at the life of Moses, his face shone so brightly after being in God’s presence that the Israelites could not look directly at him. He spent forty days in the glorious presence of God. In the same way, when we spend time in God’s presence, He will surely make His face shine upon us. As we draw near to Him, He will show us what is right in His sight, that is, He will teach us His statutes. So let us draw closer to Him, delight in His presence, and remain with Him. Then His light will shine upon us, and He will lovingly guide us and teach us His w...

Blog Y3 846 - "Faithful in Every Task"

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Now within three days Pharaoh will lift up your head and restore you to your place, and you will put Pharaoh’s cup in his hand according to the former manner, when you were his butler. Genesis 40:13. Proverbs 22:29 says, “Do you see a man who excels in his work? He will stand before kings; He will not stand before unknown men.”  In our daily lives, whether at home or at work, we are called to serve faithfully and sincerely, not just before people but especially before God. The cupbearer in Pharaoh’s court may have been forgotten by people for a time, but he was never forgotten by God. The Lord saw his service, his position, and his situation. At the appointed time, God restored him and lifted him back to honor. In the same way, when we do our work with diligence, integrity, and a genuine heart, God takes notice. Even when no one is watching us, our Heavenly Father sees everything, not only our actions but also our thoughts and intentions. Reflection: Am I serving with a sincere h...

Blog Y3 845 - "Awakening Through Holy Grief"

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Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4. Mourning, in the way the world understands it, often refers to sorrow over loss, pain, or unfulfilled desires. Such mourning, when rooted only in worldly things, can lead the heart into discouragement and spiritual emptiness. But Jesus speaks of a different kind of mourning, a blessed mourning. This is the sorrow that comes from recognizing our sins and anything in our lives that separates us from God. Those who humbly grieve over their sins, who desire to turn away from them, are precious in His sight. To them belongs the Kingdom of Heaven, and they shall be comforted. At times, we also find ourselves worrying about daily needs, what we will eat, how we will live, or how we will provide. Yet such anxiety can quietly reflect a lack of trust in God’s faithful provision. The truth is, our Heavenly Father knew us even before we were formed in our mother’s womb. He created this world and carefully planned every detail o...