AlexPineda037

Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.

AlexPineda037

I love praying!
          
          1 John 5:14
          
          This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.
          
          We usually pray because we know He will help us in time of need. Yes, when we are in need of Him.
          
          One time, I prayed to have the passion not only to pray for my needs, but to pray for someone who is also in need. I know I%u2019ve been praying for others. I pray in the jeepney, on the road, in the overpass, and anywhere. I even pray for people whom I don%u2019t know. I even make my own prayer list for people I%u2019m praying for. Well, as a Christian, praying is a habit.
          
          But I came to a point that I was so busy and tired. I would just lie down and speak a quick prayer, and sleep. And when I pray for others, it seemed like I was reciting my usual prayer. I found myself cold then.
          
          One day, I received an inspirational message. I can%u2019t remember the exact words. But as I got the thought, I learned that in times, we overcome challenges not only because we just pray for it but also because others pray for us. Then, I asked God to have a prayerful heart. That may God give me a burden and compassion for others.
          
          I usually talk. When I encounter people, I usually give pieces of advice. I tell this and that, as if that is what they only need. But when I encountered the same situations, I couldn%u2019t easily apply the things I%u2019ve told them. The feeling is different. I realized, you might know all the answers but it is still God%u2019s grace which enables us to become victorious in our ways.
          
          Now, I let them talk. I find joy in listening. I thank God for giving me the opportunity to pray for others. I appreciate people who come and confide in me. (But we should always pour our concerns out to God first.) I become sensitive and emphatic by God%u2019s grace.
          
          And again, praying is my habit. I want to pray for them (God will be pleased) because I know others are also praying for me. How wonderful it is to live in a community where people pray for each other. I pray for my family. I pray with my spiritual family, with my friends, with my housemates, with my workmates, and with my students. What a joy when you know God is with you when you are praying.
          
          It is never about how good or how long you pray. It is always by God%u2019s grace for He is the One who prays for us.
          
          Let us always pray for each other. 
          
          God bless.

AlexPineda037

Romans 5:8
          
          But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
          
          ~ What is it that we do not understand bout His love for us? everything! We can't really understand because nothing can describe it, nothing really compares.
          How can He love somebody like us -- unworthy? Well, He is our great, almighty God!
          He alone deserves our praise and worship.
          
          Let me fix my eyes on You. Lord.

AlexPineda037

At first I thought you're quiet
          A guy who will never be my bet
          A man who has been in the list
          Whose presence seemed not to exist.
          
          Yes you are young and new
          Your personality I never knew
          One's eyes on me, was it you?
          No assuming, it's a boo!
          
          You spoke and started a prayer
          Surprising, I saw you as "better"
          Indeed, you're a simple guy
          Somebody I thought I couldn't buy.
          
          You were like "absent-minded"
          But proven you're talented.
          In my embarrassing moment you're there
          You made me feel I shouldn't care.
          
          Little by little you are felt
          Your sense of humor made me melt
          But still I liked the other guy
          It wasn't you I would try.
          
          Then you're voice got in to my nerves
          Your praise and worship God deserves
          You sing for him with burning fire
          That's one thing in you I admire.
          
          I dunno what really is the case
          But I started to like your ways
          You always make me feel "kilig"
          In my heart you're doing a deep dig.
          
          Your gentle touch is nothing
          Your sweet words are something
          Your eyes tell me something
          "You are now my everything" (?)
          
          Gosh, your eyes and your smiles
          They make me run miles
          I can seriously say, "I like you now"
          But how can I, I'm not ready for a vow?
          
          I'm so sorry my dear
          Please do not draw near
          'Coz I can't give away my heart
          This will never make a start.