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the weak and foolish

I've heard people say that religion is for the weak.
or that stupid people believe in God.

And I completely agree.

It says in the bible that God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong.

it takes humility to surrender to God and say "I don't have all the answers. God please help me"

it takes humility to depend on God's power when you realize just how helpless and limited you are at times. To understand that you need someone to save you.

"God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble"

Being humble does not mean putting yourself down but acknowledging that God is greater than you are. That you are not your own god.

I rather be lifted onto a rock than have a rock crush me.

Fully loved. Fully known


You know how people are like wow that guy is so great or that girl is so nice. Some people have such good character. Some people are so humble and lovable.

Well what about the people who are weird. Or seem like jerks but are nice deep down. The ones who aren't cool or fun. The ones who struggle with putting out an image of being great.

I think we're all very similar.  Some people have just learned to pretend better. Some people were born into better families.  Maybe we all don't deserve love and acceptance but we all need it. We all want it.

I like Jesus cause he saw through all the bullshit and into the heart of man. He saw potential in people. He loved those who were misunderstood by others. He called out those who were fake. He was merciful to those who were mistreated and gave them a new identity.

My identity is not based on what other people think of me. I must continue to remember that. Some people like me alot. Others not so much. And many don't even notice me. But I must know that through Jesus I am perfectly loved and accepted by God. I can be myself cause He not only loves me but He knows me fully. I don't have to explain myself or put on a front.

I can rest.

What I want more than food

Dear God,

It's been almost 2 and half years since I last did a juice fast. I remember in Korea something was different and I guess it is because I did lots of juice fasting. I'm excited to start this year with this juice fast to jump start living a life with the power of the Holy Spirit. I miss that. And I want that more than food. because honestly food will only satisfy you for a moment and leave you fat. 

What I want more than food...
life led by the Holy Spirit
To love you genuinely 
To love others genuinely. to be blessing onto others
To love the way you made me genuinely and become the woman you intended me to be
To live a life empowered by the Holy Spirit. to witness your healing power.
for Favor in my studies, work, everything that I do
Wisdom
Restoration for my family. Baptism of the Holy Spirit for each of my family members. for my mom to support my dad and go to church with him. 
to be 15 pounds lighter than I am now
that my friend would receive forgiveness and be set free to have genuine faith
to be completely debt free. me and my family
to glorify You with my dreams, skills, and desires
exciting opportunities
good friends and to have lots of fun. to be filled with joy
to marry my best friend 

I remember in high school hehe I did fasting and praying and you answered everything on my list except two things that I'm glad to wait for. I trust you with all this and I'm excited for this fast! thank you for the motivation and I ask for the strength to endure it joyfully and stay committed. 

Love,
Rebekah