Humility is a neglected virtue that we should constantly pray for, yet we lose it the instant we think we have acquired it. 1 Peter 5:5-7 says, “You younger men, likewise, be subject to your elders; and all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, for God is opposed to the proud, but gives grace to the humble. Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you at the proper time, casting all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you.” According to this passage, there are three reasons why we must heed God’s command to be humble.
God is opposed to the proud. The word ‘opposed’ is used to describe an army that is organized to attack an enemy. This image shows that God takes pride seriously and He is constantly set against proud people. Pride is a root sin that produces many sins. It goes against our deep need for God. This is exactly why proud people don’t want to be corrected and refuse to repent.
Luke 18:10-14 tells of a repentant tax collector and a proud Pharisee. Spiritually proud people tend to judge others. On the other hand, humble people do not judge others easily because they are aware of their own failures and shortcomings. Jesus said, “I tell you, this man went to his house justified rather than the other; for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but he who humbles himself will be exalted.” (v. 14)
God gives grace to the humble. The Christian life, from beginning until the end, can be lived by God’s grace alone. Just the same, we have an important part to play. We are neither to be controlling nor to be passive. We are to cooperate with God so He can work His way through us.
King Nebuchadnezzar was a powerful king of Babylon who did not acknowledge the God of the heavens. He was warned: “Break away now from your sins by doing righteousness and from your inquities…” (Daniel 4:27). But still he considered himself above God. Therefore, God humbled him.
He lost his mind and behaved like a beast (Daniel 4:31-32). When he finally came to his senses, Nebuchadnezzar humbled himself and worshiped God. He realized that God alone has the power to give or withhold success to whomever He wishes (Daniel 4:17) and that God is able to humble those who walk in pride (Daniel 4:37).
God exalts in due time. God gives us the grace to depend on Him by humbling ourselves under His mighty hand “that He may exalt [us] at the proper time.” God’s timing is always perfect. When Nebuchadnezzar humbled himself and revered God, he was reestablished to his position and was blessed by God even more (Daniel 4:36)...
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Saturday, November 19, 2011
First Ever Video Upload in My YouTube Channel
Not everyone knows this song, I first heard it when I was making a video in Animoto. The tune is lovely but what I really liked about it is the message that tell me that sometimes we have to "Let It Go"..
Am I doing the right things, pursuing the right dreams?
I'll go for a drive
As I take in the scenery, look up at changing leaves
it's then I decide
Just let it flow
Out of my mind
'Cause I'll never know exactly what's in store
So the best thing for sure
Let it go
There's a price that you pay
for deciding not to take the common way
I've always liked being different,
but this is the difference: I never liked to fail
But there's people I meet who are so much like me,
they end up just fine
So I fill up my chest with another deep breath
and close my eyes (Chorus)
And the hardest thing for me to take is
when things don't move at my pace
And you're two whole feet of just where
I'll be a couple of years from the day
But I'm tired of the racing in my mind,
so I leave it all behind (Chorus)
Finale:
Let it go
Just let it go
Enjoy! ^_^
LYRICS:
The change in the weather is affecting me deeper this year
it's another reminder that the time is passing byAm I doing the right things, pursuing the right dreams?
I'll go for a drive
As I take in the scenery, look up at changing leaves
it's then I decide
Chorus:
To let it go
Out the windowJust let it flow
Out of my mind
'Cause I'll never know exactly what's in store
So the best thing for sure
Let it go
There's a price that you pay
for deciding not to take the common way
I've always liked being different,
but this is the difference: I never liked to fail
But there's people I meet who are so much like me,
they end up just fine
So I fill up my chest with another deep breath
and close my eyes (Chorus)
And the hardest thing for me to take is
when things don't move at my pace
And you're two whole feet of just where
I'll be a couple of years from the day
But I'm tired of the racing in my mind,
so I leave it all behind (Chorus)
Finale:
Let it go
Just let it go
Friday, November 18, 2011
The Healthy Benefits of Dried Cherries
Nowadays everybody is very curious of their health. People know how important is to have a fit and healthy body. That’s why many are spending their money buying vitamins supplements just to maintain or achieve that healthy body.
But we do not really need to spend a lot of money to be healthy. There are fruits that are very affordable yet have a lot of health benefits. Consider dried cherries. An ancient study says that a dried cherry has a diuretic effect that will increase the excretion of water from the body, this is best for people suffering for urinary retention or edemas. They say that frozen dried tart cherries are the best source of anti-oxidants, which helps lowers the risk of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, or even cancer. An ongoing research shows that dried cherries is ranked number two for having an ORAC Score of 6000+ units of antioxidant among the twelve selected cherry fruits.
Dried cherries aid in sleeping problems. Dried cherries are also rich in melatonin which is responsible for our regular sleeping pattern. Dried cherries are used as an alternative for pain relievers. A research says that dried cherries have anti-inflammatory properties which help ease pain in people having arthritis.
You could also eat dried cherries instead of your usual after work energy bar. It has the same quantity of carbohydrates as your energy bar. You can prepare dried cherries in many ways. They can be a topping for your cereals, salads or even yogurt. They are also be a good snack. You can also baked dried cherries. Just explore. Dried cherries are economical and delicious. What is best about dried cherries is the fact that if you want to store them for a long time, that will not be problem. As long you keep them in a cool dry area, they will last for a year.
Having a healthy diet is easy, but what makes it difficult is the lifestyle we have. We don’t need to spend a lot of money, think of other ways. We just need to be considerate. Think of all the benefits of dried cherries – they lower the risk of heart diseases, cancer, aid in sleep problems and ease pain. Being extremely tasty, they are a convenient alternative for energy bars. With all these health benefits, dried cherries are one of the best choices to buy among the fruits in the grocery.
But we do not really need to spend a lot of money to be healthy. There are fruits that are very affordable yet have a lot of health benefits. Consider dried cherries. An ancient study says that a dried cherry has a diuretic effect that will increase the excretion of water from the body, this is best for people suffering for urinary retention or edemas. They say that frozen dried tart cherries are the best source of anti-oxidants, which helps lowers the risk of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, or even cancer. An ongoing research shows that dried cherries is ranked number two for having an ORAC Score of 6000+ units of antioxidant among the twelve selected cherry fruits.
Dried cherries aid in sleeping problems. Dried cherries are also rich in melatonin which is responsible for our regular sleeping pattern. Dried cherries are used as an alternative for pain relievers. A research says that dried cherries have anti-inflammatory properties which help ease pain in people having arthritis.
You could also eat dried cherries instead of your usual after work energy bar. It has the same quantity of carbohydrates as your energy bar. You can prepare dried cherries in many ways. They can be a topping for your cereals, salads or even yogurt. They are also be a good snack. You can also baked dried cherries. Just explore. Dried cherries are economical and delicious. What is best about dried cherries is the fact that if you want to store them for a long time, that will not be problem. As long you keep them in a cool dry area, they will last for a year.
Having a healthy diet is easy, but what makes it difficult is the lifestyle we have. We don’t need to spend a lot of money, think of other ways. We just need to be considerate. Think of all the benefits of dried cherries – they lower the risk of heart diseases, cancer, aid in sleep problems and ease pain. Being extremely tasty, they are a convenient alternative for energy bars. With all these health benefits, dried cherries are one of the best choices to buy among the fruits in the grocery.
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