** Firman Tuhan: KeLuaran 14:30 **
Bagi penduduk tepi pantai, peristiwa pasang surut adalah hal biasa. Tetapi, bagi saya yang tinggal jauh dari pantai, pasang surut amat menarik. Ketika laut pasang, saya hanya dapat bermain-main di tepi pantai. Namun, ketika laut surut, saya dapat berjalan ke arah laut lepas sampai beratus-ratus meter jauhnya dari tepi pantai. Siklus alam ini, menurut saya, sangat indah.
Terpikir oleh saya, jika hal sederhana seperti itu dapat menjadi suatu pengalaman menarik, bagaimana dengan pengalaman bangsa Israel ketika mereka berjalan melewati laut yang terbelah. Pengalaman yang luar biasa, bukan? Bayangkan, berjalan di tengah laut di tempat yang kering, dengan air laut sebagai tembok di sisi kiri dan kanan mereka (KeLuaran 14:22, 29). Sungguh dahsyat! Kemudian, bersama dengan Musa, mereka menyanyikan nyanyian syukur akan perbuatan-Nya (Kel 15:1-18). Sayang, hanya berselang tiga hari setelah mengalami mukjizat tersebut, bangsa Israel bersungut-sungut karena menemukan air yang pahit di Mara (Kel 15:22-24). Mereka melupakan kebesaran Tuhan.
Masalah dan pergumulan akan senantiasa mewarnai kehidupan setiap orang. Tak terkecuali dalam kehidupan orang percaya. Apa pun masalah dan pergumulan yang sedang kita hadapi, jangan pernah melupakan kebesaran Tuhan. Ingatlah perbuatan-perbuatan luar biasa yang pernah Dia lakukan untuk kita pada masa lalu. Dan percayalah, Dia masih sanggup dan mau melakukannya lagi. Hari ini dan juga esok. Sebab Dia Allah yang tetap sama (ibr 13:8).
JANGAN PERNAH MELUPAKAN KEBESARAN TUHAN,
DULU, SEKARANG DAN SELAMANYA DIA TAK PERNAH BERUBAH.
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** Scripture: Exodus 14:30 **
"So on that day God saved the Israelites from the Egyptians."
For residents of the waterfront, tidal events are common. But, for me who live far from the coast, so tidal pull. When the ocean tides, can I just play around on the beach. However, when the sea receded, I can walk up to the open sea several hundred meters away from the shore. This natural cycle, in my opinion, very beautiful.
It occurred to me, if it is as simple as it can be an exciting experience, how the experience of the Israelites as they walked through the divided sea. Amazing experience, is not it? Imagine, walking on the sea in a dry place, with sea water as the wall on the left and right of them (Exodus 14:22, 29). It's awesome! Then, along with Moses, they sang the song of thanksgiving to his deeds (Ex. 15:1-18). Unfortunately, just three days after experiencing the miracle, the Israelites grumbled because finding the bitter water at Marah (Exodus 15:22-24). They forget the greatness of God.
Problems and struggles will always color the lives of everyone. Not least in the lives of believers. Whatever the problems and struggles that we are facing, do not ever forget the greatness of God. Remember extraordinary deeds he ever did for us in the past. And believe me, he is still able and willing to do it again. Today and tomorrow. Because He is the same God (Heb 13:8).
"So on that day God saved the Israelites from the Egyptians."
For residents of the waterfront, tidal events are common. But, for me who live far from the coast, so tidal pull. When the ocean tides, can I just play around on the beach. However, when the sea receded, I can walk up to the open sea several hundred meters away from the shore. This natural cycle, in my opinion, very beautiful.
It occurred to me, if it is as simple as it can be an exciting experience, how the experience of the Israelites as they walked through the divided sea. Amazing experience, is not it? Imagine, walking on the sea in a dry place, with sea water as the wall on the left and right of them (Exodus 14:22, 29). It's awesome! Then, along with Moses, they sang the song of thanksgiving to his deeds (Ex. 15:1-18). Unfortunately, just three days after experiencing the miracle, the Israelites grumbled because finding the bitter water at Marah (Exodus 15:22-24). They forget the greatness of God.
Problems and struggles will always color the lives of everyone. Not least in the lives of believers. Whatever the problems and struggles that we are facing, do not ever forget the greatness of God. Remember extraordinary deeds he ever did for us in the past. And believe me, he is still able and willing to do it again. Today and tomorrow. Because He is the same God (Heb 13:8).
NEVER FORGET GREATNESS OF LORD
PAST, PRESENT AND HE NEVER CHANGED FOREVER.
PAST, PRESENT AND HE NEVER CHANGED FOREVER.
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Remaja itu hamil, namun pacarnya tak mau bertanggung jawab. Sambil menangis kebingungan, ia pergi menuju klinik aborsi. Di tengah jalan seorang ibu menghentikannya dan berkata, "Nak, aku tidak mengenalmu dan tidak ingin mengganggumu. Tetapi, saat melihatmu, aku tergerak untuk mengatakan bahwa Yesus mengasihimu. Dia tidak pernah melupakanmu. Semuanya akan berakhir dengan baik." Remaja itu berlutut di sudut jalan, berserah kepada Yesus, dan batal melakukan aborsi. Kini anaknya menjadi penyanyi dan motivator yang dipakai Tuhan untuk menjamah hati banyak orang. Nama anak itu Israel Houghton.
Perkataan mengandung kuasa, baik positif maupun negatif. Perkataan sinis dan sarkastis, yang lahir dari hati yang pahit, tak ayal membangkitkan kemarahan, kegeraman, fitnah, dan pertengkaran (Efesus 4:31). Sebaliknya, orang yang sudah mengalami hidup baru di dalam Kristus sepatutnya menyampaikan perkataan yang membangkitkan semangat, memberikan dukungan, dan membesarkan hati. Perkataannya membuat orang yang mendengarnya beroleh anugerah (Efesus 4:29) dan berani untuk hidup benar meskipun harus menanggung risiko.
Nah, apakah perkataan kita membangun orang-orang di sekitar kita? Kiranya perkataan kita menjadi berkat sehingga orang yang putus asa jadi berpengharapan, yang marah jadi lembut, yang acuh tak acuh jadi peduli, yang dendam jadi rindu untuk mengampuni, yang retak hubungan jadi rujuk kembali. Itulah anugerah hidup baru melalui perkataan yang penuh kuasa.
KETIKA LIDAH KITA DIKUASAI OLEH ANUGERAH,
PERKATAAN KITA AKAN MENGALIRKAN BERKAT BAGI SESAMA.
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"Let no unwholesome word come out of your mouth, but wear a kind word to the building, where necessary, so that those who hear, receive grace."
The teenager was pregnant, but her boyfriend did not want to be responsible. Sobbing confusion, he went to the abortion clinic. On the way a mother stopped him and said, "Son, I do not know you and do not want to bother you. However, when I saw you, I was moved to say that Jesus loves you. Never forget him. Everything will end well." The teenager was on his knees in the corner of the street, surrendered to Jesus, and canceled an abortion. Now his son became a singer and motivator used by God to touch the hearts of many people. Israel Houghton child's name.
Words contain the power, both positive and negative. Cynical and sarcastic words, born of bitterness, no doubt aroused the anger, resentment, backbiting and bickering (Ephesians 4:31). Conversely, people who have experienced a new life in Christ should deliver words of encouragement, support, and encouragement. His words make people who hear it hath grace (Ephesians 4:29) and dare to live right though to bear the risk.
Well, whether our words to build people around us? Our words would be a blessing to those who so desperately hopeless, angry so soft, so indifferent matter, that revenge so eager to forgive, reconcile fractured relations be back. That is the gift of new life through the powerful words.
WHEN OUR TONGUE CONTROLLED BY GRACE,
THEN OUR WORDS WILL DRAIN BLESSING FOR THE OTHERS.
THEN OUR WORDS WILL DRAIN BLESSING FOR THE OTHERS.
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Seorang dokter ditempatkan di rumah sakit terkenal, berdampingan dengan seorang dokter spesialis senior. Tentu saja, ia merasa minder. Apalagi dokter senior itu seakan memandangnya dengan sinis. Suatu saat ia berbicang-bincang dengan istri dokter senior itu. Ibu itu mendorongnya agar tidak minder, dan agar menggunakan kesempatan itu untuk menimba pengalaman dari suaminya. Hal itu pasti akan menjadi bekal yang berharga bagi kemajuan kariernya.
Daud juga dipandang sinis dan tidak dipercaya oleh orang lain ketika ia hadir dalam kancah peperangan orang Israel melawan orang Filistin. Bukan hanya dari kakak-kakaknya dan orang banyak yang ada pada saat itu, tetapi juga dari Raja Saul. Ia memang bukan prajurit; ia seorang gembala domba. Tetapi, hal itu tidak menyurutkan niatnya untuk menghadapi musuh yang merendahkan Allahnya. Allah pernah menyertainya dalam menaklukkan singa dan beruang di padang penggembalaan. Masakan Allah tidak sanggup menjatuhkan orang Filistin bermulut besar ini? Benarlah, dengan penyertaan Allah, Daud yang masih bocah berhasil menggulingkan Goliat.
Kemampuan kita adalah karunia Allah. Jangan meremehkannya. Manfaat kemampuan itu bukan ditentukan oleh usia atau pengalaman kita, melainkan oleh Tuhan. Ya, pengalaman yang sederhana sekalipun dapat dipakai-Nya untuk mencapai tujuan yang besar. Jangan biarkan pandangan sinis orang lain menghentikan langkah kita. Dalam penyertaan-Nya, kita dapat mendayagunakan kemampuan secara optimal.
MENDAYAGUNAKAN KEMAMPUAN YANG KITA MILIKI
BERARTI MENGHARGAI KARUNIA YANG ALLAH PERCAYAKAN.
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** Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:33 **
"But Saul said to David:" No way you can deal with this Philistine to fight him, because you are young, since he was from his youth had been a soldier. "
A doctor stationed at the famous hospital, next to a senior specialist. Of course, he feels insecure. Moreover, senior doctors looked at it as cynical. One time he was talking with the wife of a senior doctor. The mother encouraged her to not feel inferior, and so took the opportunity to draw from the experience of her husband. It will certainly be a valuable provision for career advancement.
David is also viewed cynical and mistrusted by others when he is present in the arena of the Israeli war against the Philistines. Not only of his brothers and a lot of people there at the time, but also of King Saul. He was not a soldier, and he a shepherd. However, it did not discourage him to face his God humbled enemy. God is ever with him in conquering lion and a bear on pasture. Cuisine of God can not impose this big mouthed Philistines? It is true, with the inclusion of God, David toppled Goliath was a kid.
Our ability is a gift of God. Do not underestimate it. Benefits that ability is not determined by age or experience us, but by God. Yes, even the simplest experience can be used to accomplish His great purposes. Do not let other people stop the cynical view our steps. In His presence, we can optimally utilize capacity.
"But Saul said to David:" No way you can deal with this Philistine to fight him, because you are young, since he was from his youth had been a soldier. "
A doctor stationed at the famous hospital, next to a senior specialist. Of course, he feels insecure. Moreover, senior doctors looked at it as cynical. One time he was talking with the wife of a senior doctor. The mother encouraged her to not feel inferior, and so took the opportunity to draw from the experience of her husband. It will certainly be a valuable provision for career advancement.
David is also viewed cynical and mistrusted by others when he is present in the arena of the Israeli war against the Philistines. Not only of his brothers and a lot of people there at the time, but also of King Saul. He was not a soldier, and he a shepherd. However, it did not discourage him to face his God humbled enemy. God is ever with him in conquering lion and a bear on pasture. Cuisine of God can not impose this big mouthed Philistines? It is true, with the inclusion of God, David toppled Goliath was a kid.
Our ability is a gift of God. Do not underestimate it. Benefits that ability is not determined by age or experience us, but by God. Yes, even the simplest experience can be used to accomplish His great purposes. Do not let other people stop the cynical view our steps. In His presence, we can optimally utilize capacity.
MEAN APPRECIATE THE GIFTS OF GOD TRUST
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Mungkin kita sering bertanya mengapa Tuhan tidak menyingkirkan saja gunung batu yang keras itu dari hidup kita? Bagaimanapun, tidak ada orang yang suka melewati tempat yang keras. Namun, kita percaya bahwa Tuhan mengetahui hal terbaik yang kita perlukan. Tempat-tempat yang keras itu justru berguna untuk mengencangkan otot iman kita dan mendewasakan kerohanian kita. Dan kita akan mensyukuri madu yang timbul dari tempat keras itu.
MADU YANG MANIS TERSEDIA DI TEMPAT YANG KERAS,
ITULAH PARADOKS PERJALANAN IMAN
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** Scripture: Psalm 81:17 **
"But my people will I give to eat of the best wheat, and with honey from the rock I would satiates."
Bees in the Middle East used to make nests and store honey in the land, under a rock, or in rock crevices. Why did God make "honey from the rock" as one of His promises for our supplies? It could be honey from the rock represents the best honey products. Similarly it could be a metaphor of something sweet, arising from hard or difficult situations.
Yes, "the rock" refers to a steep, steep, and hard. It's one picture of our faith journey in this world. Throughout life, we will face a lot of tough places, many of the challenges of our faith, and those cases that are difficult to overcome. But, in a place like that actually God is forming and lead us toward a higher level of faith. Never give up, because in a hard place though, God is always with us. He was not going to let and leave us alone. And we will experience "the sweetest blessing" of heavy experiences that we went through.
Perhaps we often ask why God does not just get rid of the hard rock of our lives? However, no one is like passing a hard place. However, we believe that God knows best what we need. Hard places that are beneficial to tighten our faith and our spiritual maturing. And we would be grateful honey arising from the hard place.
"But my people will I give to eat of the best wheat, and with honey from the rock I would satiates."
Bees in the Middle East used to make nests and store honey in the land, under a rock, or in rock crevices. Why did God make "honey from the rock" as one of His promises for our supplies? It could be honey from the rock represents the best honey products. Similarly it could be a metaphor of something sweet, arising from hard or difficult situations.
Yes, "the rock" refers to a steep, steep, and hard. It's one picture of our faith journey in this world. Throughout life, we will face a lot of tough places, many of the challenges of our faith, and those cases that are difficult to overcome. But, in a place like that actually God is forming and lead us toward a higher level of faith. Never give up, because in a hard place though, God is always with us. He was not going to let and leave us alone. And we will experience "the sweetest blessing" of heavy experiences that we went through.
Perhaps we often ask why God does not just get rid of the hard rock of our lives? However, no one is like passing a hard place. However, we believe that God knows best what we need. Hard places that are beneficial to tighten our faith and our spiritual maturing. And we would be grateful honey arising from the hard place.
SWEET HONEY ARE AVAILABLE AT A HARD PLACE,
THAT'S PARADOX JOURNEY OF FAITH
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