Facebook Scripture Challenge: Day 7 of 7

Scripture: John 3:16

Heart's Musings
 

In my own opinion, John 3:16 is the heart of the story between God and man. This verse sums up the  message God longs to reveal to His children. If every person spends time to meditate and believe the truth this Good News declares, no sheep gets lost. But we live in a fallen world where many hardened their hearts to receive the love the Father offers. Or could it be, no one told them about it. Something needs to be done. Time to move and do the work.

Blooming in Grace,

Riza

Facebook Scripture Challenge: Day 5 of 7

Scripture: Romans 8:38-39

Heart's Musings

This verse is one of my favorite Bible verses. I love the confidence the message conveys. Knowing that nothing in heaven or on earth can cause my Father to not love me, delivers my fear of crumbling into nothingness. If there is anyone I want me to love me, it is my Creator. The good news is, I have His love. The love my heart desires. It is the kind of love that never waivers, never changes, no matter what.

Blooming in Grace,
Riza

Facebook Scripture Challenge: Day 5 of 7

Scripture: Colossians 4:6

 Heart's Musings

The words that come out of our mouth matters. More so in our conversation with those who do not have Christ in their heart. We cannot be a beacon of God's love when judgment looms our mouth. Words of encouragement, understanding, acceptance, and affection help us illuminate the light of Jesus in their life.

Blooming in Grace,
Riza

Facebook Scripture Challenge: Day 4 of 7

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8

Heart's Musings

How easy it is to say to somebody, "do not be anxious about anything." What person does not get worried about the things in life? Where can you find such person?

I worry a lot of things. My family, specially. As a mom, I worry about the safety of my girls. I worry about the health of my husband. I worry about finances. I worry about the well-being of my family from miles away. I worry a lot of things, big and small.

However, reading what is written on Philippians 4:6-8 makes a difference on how I must approach this issue. This passage reminds me of how I can slay the concerns of my mind that give me nothing, but a sense of defeat.

The Father knows that there are times we get anxious about something. But He doesn't want us to feel lost when we are caught in the situation. He gave us encouragement on what to do whenever we find ourselves falling in the trap of mental and emotional distress. What must we do? Simply lift up our concerns to Him with thanksgiving and praise. Surely He will guard our hearts and minds. He promised to give us His shalom, peace.

Blooming in Grace,

Riza

Facebook Scripture Challenge: Day 3 of 7

Scripture: Romans 10:14

Heart's Musings

My faith in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ deepens by hearing the Word. I try to make it a routine each morning to listen to a good, Christ-centered sermons (been listening to Joseph Prince's sermons for a few years now). Thank God for technology, I am able to hear His Word through anointed preachers on television, YouTube, or other websites. I do go to church on some Sundays, but listening to the Word of God is not a Sunday exclusive kind of agenda. Hearing and feeding on the Word everyday has become a necessity in my everyday matters, not just for times when it is convenient. Each waking moment, the grace of my Father is my ultimate need. Listening to His Word supplies me the faith that my day demands.

Blooming in Grace,

Riza

Facebook Scripture Challenge: Day 2 of 7

Scripture: Romans 10:14-15

 

Heart's  Musings

 Those who know Jesus are called to bring the Good News to those who do not know Him. Why until now, so many people still don't know about the Son, what He has done for every person, and the great love of  the Father to His children? It is because many of us, followers of Christ do not share what we know. Why? The list of alibis is piling. I have my own list as a matter of fact. But by the grace of God, I am starting to get up on my feet to tell people the kind of love the Father has for everyone. The Father's love is too awesome to not share. Thankfully, it is not too late for me to do my commission.  It's not too late for you either.

One day, I want to hear my Father says, "How beautiful are your feet that bring good news to my children!"

Blooming in Grace,

Riza

Facebook Scripture Challenge: Day 1 of 7

A dear friend on Facebook nominated me yesterday for a Scripture Challenge. The challenge is to post a Scripture on your Facebook status each day for 7 days. Everyday you post a different Scripture from the one previously shared. You tag two people from your friends' list to pass the challenge on. If you haven't heard or tried this challenge, well, allow me awaken your spirit and take the dare. Spread the Word! Spread the love! :)

Today is my first day. The Scripture I choose is Isaiah 40:8.

Heart's Musings

This verse is a great reminder of how everything in this world is temporal. Nothing and no one is exempted, but the Word of God. How great it is to hang onto the thing that does not cease to exist. It's what gives us assurance of eternal things awaiting for us after everything fades away.

Blooming in Grace,
Riza