Today’s Scripture
“Then He arose and rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, “Peace, be still!” And the wind ceased and there was a great calm” (Mark 4:39 NKJ).
Today’s Word from Joel and Victoria
What do you do when the storms of life seem to be raging against you? One time Jesus was with His disciples in a boat out on the water when they encountered a great storm. The disciples were very afraid, but Jesus on the other hand, was fast asleep. When the disciples woke Him up to see if He could help them, Jesus got up and simply spoke to the storm, “Peace! Be still.” And the seas were calm again.
When difficult times come, you don’t have to be overwhelmed by the waves of worry or fear. Just as Jesus stood up and spoke to the storm, you have power in your words, too. As a believer, the Bible tells us that the same Spirit that raised Christ from the dead dwells in you. That means God’s miracle-working power is on the inside of you. He’s given you His authority to declare peace over your home, over your mind, and over your family. Remember, no matter what storms may come against you, the Greater One lives on the inside of you, and He’ll empower you to live in victory in every area of your life!
© Copyright 2008 Joel Osteen Ministries
It’s been four months past since I had my dental braces. Uhhmm, wait, it’s not being vain. Let’s say, I just neglected these certain parts of the body that can actually be assets to be a good looking person. Hehehe. Way back February this year, I had a dental check-up that caused me actually to have two teeth extracted on a single day. Awww, that gross! Nevertheless, I guess, it was a good decision I had made. Is it? Since, I’ll be away to my dentist for about year, we have just decided to temporarily use retainers to hopefully fix the gap between two teeth and a misaligned tooth. But it did not do much help.
It am already here in China when I have decided to go for further Dental Check-up. The dentist advised me to better go for dental braces rather than using the retainers. With no further a do, I decided to have it. It was though during the first few weeks. It’s so painful and hard to eat. That I guess is the reason why I lost some weight.
Few weeks past. I made the decision to have another tooth extraction - this time, an impacted wisdom tooth. The dentist actually had a hard pulling out the tooth. Not exaggerate but she still needed to use a hammer! Yes, a hammer - with the loud pounding sound! Seemed like she was actually wrecking my whole head! Sigh! But anyway, the surgery was successful.
Now, I am half way to having beautiful set of teeth. Just a little more adjustment, and voila.. you gotta see those beautiful smiles! hahaha. I wish…. =D
Lord, I come to you tonight with an open heart. I admit, I have sinned against you and my brother. I ask for your forgiveness. Lord, I know I’m being too much. But please give me another chance to prove that I can still change. Yes, Lord, I need you to change me. At times, I feel unworthy but still I know you care for me. Lord, I need You now. I need you in my life. I know that I would be nothing without You….
Tonight Lord, I lift up to you a person so dear to me. Lord, you know what’s going on in his life. Be the Captain in his life Lord. Lead him to the way that you want him to travel. Keep him away from any danger and temptations of this world. Father, You know the desires of his heart. Lord, I pray that You grant his desires in your own special way. I pray for more blessings in his life…
Lord, thank You for everything - this very breath that I have, I know it’s from You. Thank you! As I rest tonight, I pray that You give me peace of mind. Give me comfort and joy. Thank You. Love You, Lord. Amen!
I’m vulnerable. I am weak. I am easily swayed. But I know, it’s not an excuse for a mistake that should not been repeated over and over. It’s already stupidity. Does that mean then that I am stupid? Well, I guess so…
I thought I was that strong to be able to control myself. But (again) I failed. Untll when will I learn from that stupid mistake. Am I abusing his patience? Am I being too much?
I made a promise to myself and (even) God. But I have not fulfilled this promise.
Are there no more rooms for improvement? Should I just admit that I am a loser? Should I still believe myself that I can do better and be better?
I have just finished my blog entry “Letter to my Best Friend” when I received text messages. Whoa, it was my best friend. I had no idea whether he was actually able to feel my concern towards him that night. Perhaps, the letter that I wrote echoed to his senses and eventually remembered me at that very moment.
He was sorry for not replying and getting online for some reasons. I acted as if, I was not yet satisfied to his reasons. Stupid me. But as we exchanged messages, I learned and realized what he was going through. My bad for not being so understanding. We ended up the conversation with assurance that everything will gonna be alright. We just have to be strong and remain to be prayerful for each other.
“Smile for me kuya, okay?”. That was his last message and I headed to my bed. Dozed off.
Hi there!
Been a while since we really had a serious talk. I have been terribly missing you. I have no idea what’s going with you there. I have sent you some text messages today but I have not received any reply from you. I just asssumed you have been having busy times these days.
You mentioned the other day that there’s a tension in your family. How is it this time? Are you guys able to handle situations now? I just hope and pray that everything will be alright. (And likewise, for you to have your router back and be able to get online… =D)
Until when I have to wait to be able to receive a word from you? I hope it won’t be so long..
I miss you.. XO
Love,
Kuya ^^
