Ricardo Lemos

“what we do in life echoes in eternity”

[Ricardo Lemos @riclem01]

God wants us to come to Him authentically. He is not uncomfortable with our questions, doubts, or confusion. We do not have to clean ourselves up before we talk to Him. We can come without a mask, bringing our doubts and fears directly to His feet.

[Ricardo Lemos @riclem01]

Let’s stop viewing our weaknesses as obstacles to God’s work and start seeing them as invitations for His grace. We can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that we don’t have to be strong enough for the challenges ahead of us.

[Ricardo Lemos @riclem01]

When we fear God, we don’t cringe before Him like a prisoner robbed of freedom by a ruthless dictator. Our fear causes us to treat God with respect and trust. It is a reverence that comes from seeing the majesty and holiness and power of our loving heavenly Father.

[Ricardo Lemos @riclem01]

In our moments of vulnerability, we can see God move. When we reach the end of our own strength, we stop relying on ourselves and start relying on Him. His power is made perfect in our weakness- in those moments, there is no mistaking whose strength is sustaining us.

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When God takes us through the refiner's fire, be encouraged because it is His overriding commitment to turn us from a rough, hard-edged stone to a precious metal. He will do this through certain events in your workplace, your relationships, and circumstances in life.

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If you struggle with anger, ask God to reveal the source of that anger. Ask Him to heal you of any fears that may be the root of your anger. Ask God to help you take responsibility for your response to difficult situations.

[Ricardo Lemos @riclem01]

When we choose to be grateful, it shifts our perspective away from our problems and back onto the goodness of God. We don't have to wait for "perfect" circumstances to give thanks, we can give thanks simply because of who He is.

[Ricardo Lemos @riclem01]

When we feel overwhelmed by the demands of life, let’s pause and remember that the God of the universe is moving toward us with kindness and abounding love. He is for us, He is with us, and He will never leave us.

[Ricardo Lemos @riclem01]

Remember: Jesus Christ wants to be ruler over every part of your life—including your tongue. Commit it to Him, and ask Him for the wisdom to know when to speak and when to keep silent, and to use your tongue to encourage and help others.

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Mercy means that God has chosen to be kind to us because of who He is, not because of what we achieve. We don't have to worry about our "human desire" falling short or our "effort" being insufficient, for His mercy is the finish line that has already been reached on our behalf.

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When we rely on our own efforts, we eventually run out of strength. We find ourselves exhausted by the pressure of trying to be perfect and discouraged by our own failures. But when we shift our gaze toward God's mercy, we find a foundation that never shakes.

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Being poor in spirit means being aware of our spiritual poverty. Being poor in spirit also means being conscious of our constant dependence on God. When we come to Christ, we become children of God, and we can trust our heavenly Father to provide for us.

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God wants each of us to know that there is a time when He will restore in order to demonstrate His gracious hand in our lives. If God has taken you through a time of leanness, know that He is the restorer. Wait patiently for Him to bring this about in your life. He will do it.

[Ricardo Lemos @riclem01]

We can walk through the day with confidence because we are held by a God who delights in being merciful to us. We don’t have to hide our mistakes or fear His rejection. Instead, we can choose to rest in His rich love and let His patience transform our hearts.

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The fact that our God is "slow to anger" is a truth that should bring us immense peace. We all fall short, and we all have moments where we wander away from His best for our lives. Yet, He remains patient with us, drawing us back with a kindness that leads us to repentance.

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The soul requires as much attention as the body. It demands fellowship and communion with God. It demands worship, quietness, and meditation. Unless the soul is fed and exercised daily, it becomes weak and shriveled.

[Ricardo Lemos @riclem01]

God can take our adversity—a heart attack, cancer, an accident, violent crime, bankruptcy, a marriage crisis, the loss of a loved one—and transform that pain into encouragement for others. We come out of those experiences stronger and better able to comfort others.

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Whether we are facing a small challenge or a major crisis, we can find the help we need by simply coming into God’s presence. We can rest in the truth that He sees us, He knows our needs, and He is ready to help us with an abundance of grace.

[Ricardo Lemos @riclem01]

Are you a Christian? Have you confessed your sins and your need for forgiveness to Jesus? Have you committed yourself to Him as your Lord and Savior? Have you surrendered your life to Jesus and are you living by faith in Him?

[Ricardo Lemos @riclem01]

No, you can’t reach out like Thomas did and touch Jesus’ flesh — but you can study His Word. You can wrestle with the Scriptures and voice your questions in prayer. Jesus invites you to lean in closer and express your doubts — it’s the process that strengthens faith.