I will remember 9/11

I will remember that day. I will remember all the lives that were taken. I will remember the sorrow and pain. I will also remember the miracle that happened my my family and me on that day. My parents were supposed to go to a meeting at a building not too far away from the Twin Towers. I wasn’t in school that day. They were bringing me along. But my and parents and I ran late. We took a bus, then the subway train. When we arrived at Ground Zero, a janitor was cleaning up. Bars were sealed at the exit. “What happened?” My dad asked the janitor. “You don’t know? The Twin Towers fell because of a plane! So many people died!” The janitor cried. My parents were surprised and shocked with grief. I was five years old at the time. I had no idea what was going on. My parents and I traveled back to our NJ home. Once we got a picture on the news, everything made sense. We were all in shock. I cried because so many lives were taken away. I also cried, because my parents and I were still alive. God gave us a chance.

Sweeter Love by Rebecca Woodbury

Today, be patient, small heart of mine.

Look not about, but rest in a love divine.

Tomorrow, perhaps, God may choose to bring,

Another to love - this time an earthly thing.

But today, small heart, look quick away,

From meaningful glances and men just wanting to play.

Quiet the longings that spring from within,

And turn from the ache to find rest in Him.



Though sweet may be this song of love,

Let not a flirting eye distract you from above.

You, my heart, have already been claimed,

And Jesus has your Prince been named.



So today find joy in a love superb,

Gracious, compassionate, more than what’s deserved.

Give Jesus your wantings, give Him your needs,

For He will supply, if only we believe.




(Man, I totally needed this. <3 )

“Everything is going to be okay.”

Everyone says it, I’m sure. Everyone hangs onto that hope, for some encouragement. But the statement can be rather vague to many people, especially unbelievers. “Everything is going to be okay?” How? Why?

But the best part about being children of God, is that we know WHO is in control. It is God. And as long as God is taking control of our situation, everything is really going to be okay. We don’t have to fear or worry. Having a really frustrating situation right now? Trust in God and don’t be discouraged. Don’t let all the burdens lay on your shoulders. God is willing to take that load off of you. Just put them at His feet. God is working for the good of His children. He loves us and cares for us dearly. :)

Romans 8:28 “We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him. He appointed them to be saved in keeping with His purpose.”

Psalm 55:22 “Turn your worries over to the Lord. He will keep you going. He will never let godly people fall.”

Matthew 6:34 “So don’t worry about tomorrow. Tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.”

I was in such a bad mood

I hate it when my spirit gets defeated and everything that happens just feels wrong. I hate the frustration and anxiety. I hate my pessimism. I hate my sins, my mistakes, and my weaknesses. Today, I realized I was far from what was sane and okay. I decided to just simply read my Bible. I randomly turned to a page. There, I glanced at a verse.

Romans 5:8-11 ”But here is how God has shown his love for us. While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. The blood of Christ has made us right with God. So we are even more sure that Jesus will save us from God’s anger. Once we were God’s enemies. But we have been brought back to him because his Son died for us. Now that God has brought us back, we are even more secure. We know that we will be saved because Christ lives. And that is not all. We are full of joy in God because of our Lord Jesus Christ. Because of him, God has brought us back to himself.”

I started crying like crazy. I don’t know if I’m too sensitive or what? But either way, it convicted me knowing how much Jesus Christ went through. He did it all for every being in humanity. That doesn’t leave out anyone. So no matter how bad our mistakes are, we need to remember that Jesus sacrificed himself to save us. We don’t need to surrender or give up, just because we messed up so terribly. There’s always this negative voice that tells me, I’m never good enough, I should give up, I have no purpose, I’m useless, etc. And the bad part is, if I’m having such a bad day, it’s easy for me to believe all of it. But I need to keep in mind, that Jesus didn’t die on the cross for nothing. Especially when I realize how much God loves me, I shouldn’t take that for granted. No one should. God loves us, despite of all our sins and mistakes. We may stumble a thousand times, but God is always there, welcoming a helping hand. Sometimes, it’s hard for us to see it that way. I know, it’s tough. But everyday, whether we like it or not, there is always a spiritual warfare going on. But as children of God, we have to stay strong until the very end. In Matthew 24:13 Jesus says, “But the one who stands firm to the end will be saved.” God loves us dearly and we need to keep that in mind. We don’t need the circumstances of this world, or the little pessimistic voices in our heads to defeat us. Because God is bigger than any of the trials we face.

Most People Say....

Most people say, I'm "too nice." But there is no such thing as too nice, because God has infinitive love that's never ending. Most people say, I'm "too honest." But if I were a liar, then the truth can't live with me. Most people say, I'm "so religious." But forget religion. It's the only thing that holds people back from God. It's a personal relationship, not rituals or religion that sets you free. Most people say, I'm "very pure." But I can honestly say that I wasn't always like this. However, there was a change in me. Most people say...a lot of things. It's just awkward because they don't see the same picture that I see. What I see...is God setting me free, making me a new creation, and forming me into the person He wants me to be. Ever since I gave my life to Jesus Christ, I've always been trying my best to live a life worthy for Him. So what most people say...are just funny labels on me.

In 2 Corinthians 5:16-17 Paul says,"So from now on we don't look at anyone the way the world does. At one time we looked at Christ in that way. But we don't anymore. Anyone who believes in Christ is a new creation. The old is gone! The new has come!"

In Ephesians 4:21-24 Paul says,"I'm sure you heard of him. I'm sure you were taught by him. What you learned was the truth about Jesus. You were taught not to live in the way you used to. You must get rid of your old way in life. That's because it was polluted by longing for things that lead you down the wrong path. You were taught to be made new in your thinking. You were taught to start living a new life. It is created to be good and holy, just as God is."