Worship Changes the Heart

I'm sure that there were times when you've felt so down, like the weight of the world is on your shoulders.  And there were times that you feel that weight crushing you.  Or there could be times that you are so upset maybe with people or at circumstances.  Sometimes, we cry, sometimes we respond with anger or self pity or we succumb to depression.

And during those times, I am most sure we could use a good shoulder to cry on, ears to listen to our rants, a wise counsel from someone we look up to, or simply someone to hold your hand.  But what if you find yourself alone?  And you find that whatever you're going through is just too much.  What do you do?

Sometimes, it helps to take yourself out of the situation...to zoom out for a while.  A change in perspective helps.  It's not easy but for me, I find that music helps to "take me out" of the situation for a while...worship music in particular.  And don't they say that you have to learn to praise Him at all times?  

I would admit that listening to music would have been the last thing on my mind when I am upset or angry.  Still, one time, I tried it and worshiping and praising Him did change how I saw things.  It cleared my fogged mind and eased my troubled heart.  It gave me a reason to be thankful for....grateful for His goodness.  True worship does that...and it reminds us that we have a God who is indeed bigger than all of the world's problems...and He loves us.

Worship changes the heart in so many ways.  It takes away our focus from our pains and shifts it to Him.  When we are focused on Him, there will always be that assurance and strength to face whatever life throws at us.  

This is a nice song that I'd like to share with you. His love is really amazing.  Have a blessed weekend!

 

Silence Is Golden But Duct Tape Is Silver

I find this funny, but it rings truth in it. There is always a time for everything. Sometimes, we need to talk, and sometimes we need to hold that tongue...or someone else will have to do that. In this noisy world already full of distractions, silence is a precious commodity.  There is a good reason why we have two ears and just one mouth.  We are meant to listen more than wagging those tongues.  

Just a reminder, and something to ponder on, next time we are tempted to nag and lash out at somebody.  That person may have a stock of handy duct tape rolls to put in use.  Lol!

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A Glimpse of Hope for Today's Youth in a Graduation Photo

It was not long ago when we heard or read about the shocking news of a student who committed suicide out of frustration in her school's enrollment policies.  That incident sparked the ire of many people, putting the blame on the school administrators all the way to the government higher ups.  Whatever the mitigating circumstances were, it is a tragedy that we hope would not be repeated.

On a more positive note, it is very inspiring to read about a recent graduate who posted a picture on his Facebook account.  What caught the attention of many, including myself is that he had the photo taken beside the grave of his parents.

There's an interesting story behind the photo which you can read here: How a graduation photo inspired thousands