Leviticus 26:9-10

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Daniel 12:13

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Proverbs 3:9-10

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Coincidence?

4 staffs resigning all at the same time, sales not picking up in my store (which I don't understand why), a huge loss in my stocks inventory report (need to backtrack a lot of documents), and the list can go on and on. I am sooo overwhelmed.

I have been crying my heart out to God in prayer as if He was deaf. All I want is for this to end. If I can just sleep and wake up the next morning as if nothing happened. Sometimes when unexpected things happen, it's just hard to trust Him and still say He is in control but then I read these:

From Joel Osteen Devotion:

"And will not God bring about justice for His chosen ones, who cry out to Him day and night?” -Luke 18:7, NIV

From Rick Warren Devotion:

"When I turn on the water, I don't really think the water comes from the faucet. In the same way, the source of my finances is God, not my job. " 

A devotion from a friend:

"When difficulty arises, remember how much God loves you. He proved this by willingly giving His Son to take the penalty for your sin. Even when circumstances are painful, you can be confident that you are held in the capable and caring hands of your heavenly Father, because of His love."

Coincidence? I don't think so.

Father, thank You for loving me. For willingly giving Your Son to take the penalty of my sin. I am sorry if a part of me ever questioned You. Thank You for always reminding me of Your love and Your faithfulness. Thank You for always being there. I surrender all my concerns to you. I know that You are in control. In Jesus name, Amen.

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Romans 12:2

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A Father's Love

Papa, I'd like to thank you for everything that you have done for me. Many times I do not need to ask anymore for what I need. Thank you for understanding me and for loving me unconditionally. Thank you for always thinking of me and Javi. I love you very much.

Father, Thank You for my papa. I am just in awe of Your faithfulness, God. Thank You for loving me. I continue to pray for his good health, complete healing of all of his sickness and salvation. Guide him and protect him always. Shower him with favor and blessings from this day until forever, in Jesus name, Amen.

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Exodus 15:2

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I Passed The Test!

Last week, I received a phone call from an old officemate and he was asking me if I wanted to work again in the call center industry as a Quality Manager. I was hesitant at first since I am still handling my convenience store business. He told me that my former boss was looking for me and said that they needed me badly. I was honestly so flattered knowing I already turned down an offer from him 2 years ago and that he still remembered me.

When I learned about the package they were offering me, I wanted to accept it right away. I mean, I do have my business and all but then knowing that I would have that amount of money guaranteed every month made me think of how I can pay my bills without any worries. Believe me, the amount was so big I felt like I won the lottery!

Even if I didn’t feel like praying and asking for His guidance, I prayed and waited for His answer. It felt like forever waiting for His answer. In my mind I was actually saying, “Lord, do You need any help?” Then the answer came. This was His answer:

“Never say in your heart what you will or will not do but wait until God reveals His way to you. As long as that way is hidden, it is clear that there is no need of action and that He holds Himself accountable for all the results of keeping you exactly where you are.”

After getting that message, I called my former officemate and turned down the offer. After a few days, my former boss sent me a text asking me to submit my resume. I was honestly tempted again. I knew that even if I asked for more salary increase, they would give it to me. But I took a deep breath and turned down the offer once and for all.

This morning I was able to talk to another old officemate who apparently came from the same company. Guess what? He was glad I turned down the job. Why? He told me that employees are given high compensation to attract them to apply because no one stays in the company. The pressure in the company was high that sometimes he would not go home for 3 days. I was so relieved that I turned down the job. God was right after all.

Father, thank You for ALWAYS being faithful to me. Thank You for all the blessings and favor that You have given me. Thank You, Lord for loving me unconditionally. Thank You for reminding me that money isn’t everything. I know that Your grace is sufficient and that You will always provide for my needs. I love You. 

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Jeremiah 26:11