On God's Terms

みなさんげんきですか？

I read in a book and it talks about Lewis Smedes' final book, My God and I: A spiritual Memoir, brings God's expectations of us to a startling clarity to me.

He said that he met God at a used book store when he picked up a then volume called The Rest of Faith and read it.

He says, " The author, whoever he was, told me that if I wanted to come to terms with God, it had to be on his terms, the chief one being that I would have to give up my ridiculous notion that I would be accepted by God only if I had what it took to be [a particular] type. What I needed to do was let him accept me with no consideration of whether I was acceptable or unacceptable. And then, when I had done that, to quit stewing about it and just rest in the fact that I was loved and accepted by God, no strings attached."

Because Christ died for us and redeemed us, as long as we believe and accepts Lord Jesus Christ as our saviour and Lord, God accepts us as who we are.

I don't know why it took me so long to be rooted and really accept this truth in my heart. But I am glad that I did and I hope you would too(:

♥

God smiles when we praise! ^-^

Have you ever wondered what does Hallelujah mean?
It simply means "Praise God". 

Dealing with Difficult People

Have you EVER dealt with difficult people?

I found some material online that teaches us how to deal with them! :D

First, lets identify 3 types of difficult people:

One who drains others – By nature, their depressing and negative attitude characterizes them as “life suckers.” They frequently aggravate and deplete us. They complain, but refuse to accept solutions or take steps to improve their circumstances.

One who disrespects others – Through their constant criticism, we find ourselves consistently on the defense. Their blunt, even cruel remarks frequently leave scars that linger as abuse. They may be unsympathetic and practice excessive rudeness and ridicule at our expense.

One who dominates others – Any aggressive nature which dominates our workplace (or home) through intimidation is destructive. Boldness and assertiveness give way to a meanness that ignores the harmful consequences. The dominating person believes “might is right.”

How to Cope

When dealing with difficult people, we must accept that we cannot control the attitude of others. Regardless of our efforts, we cannot change another person’s heart. In fact, the Bible even speaks to this: “For from within, out of a person’s heart, come evil thoughts, sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery, greed, wickedness, deceit, eagerness for lustful pleasure, envy, slander, pride, and foolishness” (Mark 7:21-22).

We also can become a “difficult person” when we judge another individual. God has a way of dealing with critical people:  “Stop judging others, and you will not be judged. For others will treat you as you treat them. Whatever measure you use in judging others, it will be used to measure how you are judged” (Matthew 7:1–2).

Dealing with difficult people requires qualities that go against our human nature. We are all resistant to change our opinions, especially if it requires laying down our rights. But when we reflect God’s nature, His peace can transform the most difficult of relationships. When we  overlook another’s faults, God looks over us. “. . . Clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. You must make allowance for each other’s faults and forgive the person who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others . . . And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts . . .” (Colossians 3:12-15).

Hope you find this material useful(:

Unrequited Love

by Amiee Fairchild 


Relationships are a pain
Especially loving someone in vain
Knowing that no matter what you say
He loves someone else that way

Looking at the person you love
Can be a painful thing not from above
Knowing that he doesn't love you like that
Wishing the couple would have a spat

Feeling like you've lost your best friend
Knowing he won't love you in the end
Hoping one day he will change his mind
Wishing that your heart he would find

In the dark you stand
Watching him hold her hand
Wishing you could just hate his guts
Why does this feeling make you so nuts

Wanting to talk to him hours on end
Even when you know he has a girlfriend
Watching him play with her curls
Wishing it was you instead of that girl

Knowing one day you'll make it through
But all the while wishing it was just you
That's the feeling of unrequited love
Something most definitely not from above


I don't agree that the feeling of unrequited love is not something from above.
I think God feels unrequited love from many of us. God loves every single one of us but yet only some respond to Him, not all...

Battle.

Everyday is a battle.
A battle to fight against the devil, against my self-centered me.

It is so easy to get lost in the things of the world.
They just dazzle in front of you.
Luxury items, money, fame, status, fortune........ the list goes on~

But God is good. He is always faithful. He will not forsake me. ♣