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Been a rather normal&good day. But i reckon that’s not enough for me.. hmm. A famous person once said “now that the day’s over, what have you done that is worth mentioning”. Before God. Then before men. I just feel that if the week’s gonna go on like that, I might be impelled into a state of introspectiveness again. To reevaluate the meaning of life. Which reminds me that I got an essay due thursday, on existentialism. My purpose of life is found in God.
And i guess such interminable weeks are times where I must find God in the mundane. Well, today, I went thru most of the dae stoning, even in class. I couldn’t understand half of what was said. I kept turning to ask ronald what time it was! lol. And finals are coming. So gotta hit the books soon. Something that’s daunting, but slightly tantalizing too. Nah, im not ill.
It’s just, sitting in class not understanding a thing while your friends go “mm, yes, I understand.” or “Ohhhh” isn’t that comforting. Hah. But those are my friends. And i truly wish they ace the coming examination too =))))
Spoke to David today, and invited him to come to my church. I realised that 4.16 has many people who know about God, but are just waiting for God to make the first move. They’re either clueless about how to seek God, or, they’re afraid of knowing God. Like the israelites who did not want to draw through the thick smoke to meet God. In ani case. I’m glad he accepted 
.
Now i need God to supply me the strength to follow-up on him.
Everyone is created empty. With that hollowness onli God can fill. Many try to fill it up with worldly things, like movies, music, their family, friends, relationship, sex, children, their jobs, their reputation… Bleah~ and then we conclude, that there’s no meaning to life except self-gratification. Nihilism. Humans are a species, u reproduce and evolve.
Aniwaes, the dae was normal&good, cuz any day walked with the Lord is magic.
The Lord’s care is showered graciously upon,
vbec
Back from a hiatus of ups-and-downs again. But at least God picked me up again. ))))
Today has been a rather normal day, same emotions, same struggle.
Dad,
I look at the people around me and am thankful for those who remind me to come back to You! I’m so glad that there are remnants of people left who still loves You. And they are my joy too. Dad, im not perfect. I thank You that You of all people know that. Sometimes, i regard what others think or say about me more than what You think about me. And distress starts sinking into my heart becuz of that. Lord no matter how people try to hurt me, I noe i can cast all my burdens unto You. So thanks! Give me the capacity to forgive like You have, and give others the capacity to forgive me, if i have sinned against them. Dad fill me with the knowledge of Your Word, that I may teach others Your way. The rest of this week I commit into Your hands, along with myself. I offer devotion, and selfless obedience — If thou would strengthen me. In return for all you’ve done! I pray and remember all the saints in my life, and this world as well. In the name of my LORD and Savior Jesus Christ. AMEN
“Be my strong refuge, To which I may resort continually; You have given the commandment to save me, For You are my rock and my fortress.” (Psalm 71:3)
God’s faithfulness is clearly evident on,
vbec
It is vain for you to rise up early, To sit up late, To eat the bread of sorrows; For so He gives His beloved sleep. (Psalm 127:2) Read the rest of this entry »
Dear God,
Teach us to realise the brevity of life, so that we may grow in wisdom.
(Psalm 90:12) NLT
Gen 18:1 Then the LORD appeared to him by the terebinth trees of Mamre, as he was sitting in the tent door in the heat of the day.
Gen 18:2 So he lifted his eyes and looked, and behold, three men were standing by him; and when he saw them, he ran from the tent door to meet them, and bowed himself to the ground,
Gen 18:3 and said, “My Lord, if I have now found favor in Your sight, do not pass on by Your servant.
Sometimes, we find ourselves lost in the “heat of the day”. In the dreary issues of life. The hackneyed chores. It’s in these times when you feel like entering standby mode. And just space out. When there really is nothing much to do or nothing interesting to busy oneself with. We have a prescription for this. It’s called the monday blues. A time when the hope meter plummets, as the remains of the interminable week (with all its demands) threatens to consume you.
It’s also during these languid and meaningless passages of time (seemingly inserted by God due to lack of itinerary) where our dearest Heavenly Father seems most.. irrelevant — “Gasp! How could you..” You might think.
Lash out at me with thelogical precision if you must. Done? Now, be brutally honest; for God treasures honesty, and realness (mixed with an apt proportion of holy fear). No use denying your true sentiments anyway. He’s got X-ray vision.
Right. Back to being brutally honest. Is God ever ”the center of our lives” when we’re
- Skillfully lured into a trance by your ______ [insert subject(s)] teacher?
- When you’re painfully observing each drip, during a titration process (insider’s)
- Waiting for that elusive bus
- Engaging in random conversations with your peers
- Wondering who bagged the gusiness world record for ______ (insert record)
- Calculating your chances of yourself beating that record.
- Trying to fix that computer. ugh, that piece of metal.
- Taking the mail.
- Thinking of witty things to add to this list that the author has not.
In his book ‘God is closer than you think”, John Ortberg wrote,
” The greatest moment of your life is now. Not because it’s pleasant or happy or easy, but because this moment is the only moment you’ve got. Every past moment is irretrievably gone… This moment is God’s irreplaceable gift to you. Most of all, this is the moment that matter because this moment is where God is. If you are going to be with God at all, you must be with him now”
But often, like donuts, we let God slip from the center of our lives. As Christians, God must be that center of gravity in our lives. A sweet, calming persence. You don’t have to verbally acknowledge God’s omnipresence. But remind yourself that He’s there every two minutes or so. And smile. Choose not to worry about that test, because He’s there. Choose not to curse under your breath, when things don’t turn out the way you planned, because He’s there. It works the same as how a father’s presence reassures his child. Same thing.
Personally, I like to run away, from the hustle and bustle of the school scene, to this slope, facing some vegetation. Where it’s sometimes windy. And i’d just shuddup. And know that He’s there. And listen to Him. Joyce Meyer wrote, ” The ways of the Spirit are gentle. Most of the time, He speaks to us just as in Elijah’s case, in a still, small voice. That’s why it’s vital to keep our minds tuned in to God’s frequency” A famous Christian figure also once said, “The Spirit’s voice is as gentle as the summer breeze, unless a person is one with Him, he cannot hear Him”.
Ecc 5:1 Walk prudently when you go to the house of God; and draw near to hear rather than to give the sacrifice of fools, for they do not know that they do evil.
Ecc 5:2 Do not be rash with your mouth, And let not your heart utter anything hastily before God. For God is in heaven, and you on earth; Therefore let your words be few.
Solomon himself told us to listen, rather than speak. For our Audience of One, is majestic beyong compare. Take a moment to bask in His Glory before uttering anything. And if you do, let it come from your heart. Don’t embellish your words pompously if it does not come from within. Empty vessels make the most noise.
Soon enough, you’ll find yourself recharged for the day’s battle. (our Lord wants us to take a day at a time. For He Himself told us to not worry about tomorrow). And if you stay long enough in His presence. The peace that transcends all understanding will guard your heart and your mind.
It’s as if He stood next to you, with a hand on your shoulder and say, “Peace, be still”. The very words He used to calm the storm. Sometimes our Father calms the child instead of the storm. But in everything, all things work for the good of those who love Him.
When I encountered God as a golden figure, I was in my school canteen, under the terebinth tree, talking to my friend about Him. And He dropped me a visit that burned a glorious hole in my memory board. (and it’ll stay there for life). It profoundly changed me.
There I was, in the heat of the day, under the terebinth tree. And God showed up.
If you’d only listen to Him, and be aware of Him. Our heavenly Father would be less lonely. (you can be not alone, but still lonely). And who knows, He might take delight in You, and pay you a visit. That will change your life forever.
Don’t wait. Right now, you’re sitting right under the terebinth tree. Ask God to make Himself real to You. Though you may not get three strange visitor as did Abraham. But if you wait long enough, and meditate upon His character. A peace will permeate You. And you know that He’s there, placing His hand upon your shoulder. Cause’ the uncertainties of life melts away, in the assurance of His love and guidance.
Under the terebinth tree
God’s mercies are manifested in,
Vbec
To the Lord our God belong mercy and forgiveness, though we have rebelled against Him. (Dan 9:9)
Lord of Most High, Creator of the Universe, and through Whom all things hold together. I seek Your face. Though out of this mouth flows words from a filthy heart, I pray You cleanse my tongue. Make it like a fresh spring, from which flows only unsalty water. Water of praise, and songs that You delight in. My heart is calloused, and wretched. Not knowing its doom. My mind fails to comprehend the judgement at hand. Forgive me my ignorance. Holy Father, and Lover of my soul. I pray you cleanse me, make me clean once again that I may dwell in Your courts, and serve You. You promised grace, sufficient. Mercies, neverending. And, unworthy as I am, I come a shameless begger to ask of thee of these very things You covenanted with those You saved. (For my God is mighty to save, save me from myself) Not staking on my efforts, but only by Your grace. My heart is hardened beyond measure. I need Your Holy Spirit to convict me. I need Him. Even if I can’t feel Him. I need Him. For my Treasure thou art. Yes, Lord I have rebelled against You. And punishment is at hand. Then get over with it soon, that I may rest in Your Bosoms again. Put Your Left Hand under my head, and with Your Right Hand, You embrace me, oh Love. I now speak these words, but I cannot foresee my future sins. But I hold a repentant heart. I ask of thee, a steadfast heart. To guide me through the narrow path, which You said was difficult. Hasten to deliver me Father. I lie despondent and wasting away under Your rejection. Do not let me be cast down, for right now, I place my trust in You. Remember that I am but flesh; a frame of dust. Watch me rise up again Father. To You I lift me soul. Do not let me be ashamed before my enemies.
Psa 33:14 From the place of His dwelling He looks On all the inhabitants of the earth;
Psa 33:15 He fashions their hearts individually; He considers all their works.
Psa 33:16 No king is saved by the multitude of an army; A mighty man is not delivered by great strength.
Psa 33:17 A horse is a vain hope for safety; Neither shall it deliver any by its great strength.
Psa 33:18 Behold, the eye of the LORD is on those who fear Him, On those who hope in His mercy,
Psa 33:19 To deliver their soul from death, And to keep them alive in famine.
Psa 33:20 Our soul waits for the LORD; He is our help and our shield.
Psa 33:21 For our heart shall rejoice in Him, Because we have trusted in His holy name.
Psa 33:22 Let Your mercy, O LORD, be upon us, Just as we hope in You.
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