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Photo by Josue Michel on Unsplash I am often encouraged by the youths at my church and fellow churches whenever each one takes a step of faith to proclaim their trust in the Almighty God. The heavens rejoice and the saints and angels cheer for every one of them. Jesus is ever patient and kind, always standing at our doors knocking, beckoning us to allow Him to save us from sin and eternal darkness, and to transform our lives anew. I thank God that no matter the circumstances in these young lives, I am immensely grateful that at some point in their lives, many have chosen God over the world. It has been an honour to witness them mature in their faith. May God continue to nurture and grow their mustard seeds of faith into courageous and steadfast forests for Christ. May these youths experience the fullness of God's mercy and grace, and blaze the trail for the next generations to come. Philippians 1:9-11 (WEB) This I pray, that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and...

https://ymi.today/apologetics-sg-19/ Session 1: How can a loving God only save some? Common questions about Christianity: How do we know that the bible is reliable and hasn't been corrupted by humans? What is the nature and moral character of God? How does God love us? What does it mean to be saved by God? According to Jesus, to love God is the ultimate purpose of our life. To love others is the next step. A fish that leaves its aquatic habitat will die. The violation of natural laws results in natural consequences. The issue of free will and the brokenness of mankind. Living for man's approval means living a life of insecurity. Why didn't God instead create beings that can only choose to do good? Good and evil are abstract concepts that exist only because a moral distinction has been made between the two. In order to have the freedom of choice, free moral beings have to exist. We do not have all the information in contrast to God, therefore we are not qualifi...

Major props to CNA for their thorough research and insightful documentaries. It is sad to see the current state of the world yet heartening to see citizens who are stepping forward to speak out for justice. Channel News Asia: Videos On Demand Deciphering the Philippines Genesis 4:10 (NRSV)  And the LORD said, "What have you done? Listen; your brother's blood is crying out to me from the ground! James 5:4, 7-8 (NRSV)  Listen! The wages of the laborers who mowed your fields, which you kept back by fraud, cry out, and the cries of the harvesters have reached the ears of the Lord of hosts. Be patient, therefore, beloved, until the coming of the Lord. The farmer waits for the precious crop from the earth, being patient with it until it receives the early and the late rains. You also must be patient. Strengthen your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is near. Psalms 69:33 (NRSV)  For the LORD hears the needy, and does not despise his own that are in bonds. Proverbs 15:29 (NRSV)...

Here are some scenes that packed X-men DoFP with incredibly emotional punches and encouraged me to never give up hope even in dire situations. Logan: I don't know how long I've got here, but I do know that a long time ago, actually, a long time from now, I was your most helpless student, and you unlocked my mind. You showed me what I was, you showed me what I can be. Charles Xavier: Just because someone stumbles, loses their way, it doesn't mean they're lost forever. Sometimes we all need a little help.

If I could give my friend one advice, it's this: "If you CAN do something about the problem, then there's no problem. If you CAN'T, then it's not your problem to solve. Delegate it to someone who CAN." Worrying only takes away your health.

Just wanted to reply to a vent that was lamenting that God demands obedience yet threatens to punish us to hell. Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. 2 Pet 2:9-13 9 ...the Lord knows how to rescue the godly from trials and to hold the unrighteous for punishment on the day of judgment. 10 This is especially true of those who follow the corrupt desire of the flesh and despise authority. Bold and arrogant, they are not afraid to heap abuse on celestial beings; 11 yet even angels, although they are stronger and more powerful, do not heap abuse on such beings when bringing judgment on them from the Lord. 12 But these people blaspheme in matters they do not understand. They are like unreasoning animals, creatures of instinct, born only to be caught and destroyed, and like animals they too will perish. 13 They will be paid back with harm for the harm they have done. Hell wa...

Daily verse for today:  1 Thess 5:17 ...pray continually... Encouragement from cell group today: If we persist in prayer, aligning our will with God's will, we can be confident in His providence and be assured that He will act according to His perfect timing.

So I kinda broke down in tears rather unexpectedly in front of my classmates today. I think I had been feeling rather stressed by the consecutive project  deadlines and had been repressing much anxiety. They all rallied together to comfort and encourage me. I feel really grateful and blessed that these kind souls, despite being all foreign students in a strange land with their own clashes in personalities, put aside their differences and extended such grace and empathy to someone in a completely different background from them. May God bless their hearts and satisfy their spiritual thirst for meaning in this world.

Dear you, :( I'm sorry that you feel like life is meaningless. It is never a straight path but is one filled with twists and turns, highs and lows. If you keep looking for the end of the road, you may miss all the roses alongside the path. Remember to appreciate the people and things you have at present before they are gone. Remember that not everyone in this world has access to food, water, clothes, shelter and the internet. If you believe that saving others is a worthy cause, then it means that you value the God-given sanctity of life. Value yours and the power you hold to empower someone else. Don't give up. With lots of love, Future you

This post is for those who struggle with internal and external critics who destroy your self-confidence and create anxiety in you, whether knowingly or unknowingly.

I really needed this verse today. Thank you, Lord.