Tag: Faith
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Learning the Christian Walk
Remember, our growth is costly, and we have to work for it. Our salvation is purely dependent on the finished work of Jesus Christ on the cross, and our righteousness is imputed by Him, too.
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What Does it Mean to be Saved?
Did you know that many people say that they are already saved? This is good news. God said that He is not willing that any should perish (2 Peter 3:9). But today, let’s look into what it means to be saved biblically. What Does The Bible Say About Being Saved? Can you imagine that there…
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When God Humbles Us
Pride focuses on “self” while humility is anchored in Jesus, our God. It fades when humility and faith take its place in the life of a believer. Humility may seem to be one’s weakness, but in the sight of God, it’s delightful.
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Lessons on Grieving
When we lost our brother a long time ago, I did not know much about grieving. I was too young. All I remember was the pain and loneliness without him. I do not recall how I grieved, except that for many years, I cried whenever I thought of him. Now, the pain is gone. The…
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What 2025 Taught Me: 10 Lessons Learned
2025 was challenging – but it taught me many valuable lessons. Time flies. Twelve months passed by as if they waved you “hi” and “goodbye.” As the year starts and paves a new year with a clean slate, I feel the urge to look back and visualize this year with grace and gratitude from…
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Facing the New Year with Hope
When I was younger, the New Year had always been something to anticipate and look forward to. As I grow older, this kind of tradition becomes less appealing as people get busier with many things. This year has presented us with numerous challenges, too. Politics, economy, disaster – name it. Many things have happened. Probably,…
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The Art of Living Quietly: Finding Beauty in a Slow-Paced Life
Many years ago, my life was extremely busy. I committed to countless events, both Christian and secular, rarely spending time at home. My exhausting schedule left me with little time for God, though I thought my many ministries compensated for this. Outwardly, these activities seemed worthwhile, but inwardly, my life felt crowded and lacked real…
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Facing the Holiday After a Loss
In the middle of this year, our mom died. My birthday has passed, my siblings’ birthdays have passed, and Thanksgiving went by with emptiness and a deep longing for a mother. It’s true that we often recognize the importance of someone or something only once they’re gone. Sometimes we take them for granted because we…
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Mourning in Silence: My Hope in Quietness
Grief changes everything. Part of me celebrates life’s wins, but another part silently cries. As the new year approaches, I struggle to feel joy. I’m thankful to God for His blessings, but the pain inside still feels fresh. Whenever I think of Holidays, I can’t help but cry. It should have been the best season…
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Numbering Our Days – Making the Most of Our Time
These past few months, I’ve been hearing so much news about death—people I knew passing away. And just recently, I lost my mother. On top of that, calamities continue to claim lives unexpectedly. If we look around, it feels like there is no more encouragement to be found. How do we carry on in the…