#unwavering faith

[intuitive-wanderess]

Surrender to Uncertainty; Create Powerfully

When something breaks a part LET IT, keep creating. You get fired, but now you’re trying to reconcile but when you ask yourself “did I really like my job” you discover it’s a no. Okay then let go and keep creating. Being in the unknown is unfamiliar so we rush back to what we know because it’s FAMILIAR. Embrace the space and chaotic energy that becomes yours when you let go and move on from energetic bonds that do not serve you. Meditation and lowering the volume on emotions that don’t serve you (guilt, lack, uncomfortable, uncertain, doubtful, suffering) all the emotions that make you want to go back to your old pattern so you don’t have to feel them. Meditation helps you to slow down and detach from all of the people, things, feelings, thoughts and circumstances that reaffirm the identity you’ve created so far. You are NOT your identity. You are NOT your current reality.

Staying the wish fulfilled

Embodiment

Alignment

Self concept aligns with what you want to create more of not less of.

#feeling of the wish fulfilled #the intuitive wanderess #unwavering faith #surrender to the god in you #trust #unknown #breaking cycles #meditation #embodiment #self concept

[officialyourdailyinspiration]

Abraham Receives the Promise

Yet he did not waver through unbelief at the promise of God, but was strengthened in faith, having given glory to God, — Romans 4:20 | Berean Literal Bible (BLB) The Berean Literal Bible © 2016 by Bible Hub and Berean Bible. All rights Reserved. Cross References: Genesis 15:6; 1 Samuel 30:6; Matthew 9:8

#Abraham #unwavering faith #trust #God's promise #glory to God #Romans 4:20 #The Epistle of Romans #New Testament #BLB #Berean Literal Bible #Bible Hub #Berean Bible

[harmonyhealinghub]

The Paradox of Faith: Embracing the Unseen

Shaina Tranquilino

September 20, 2023

Faith has been a constant source of inspiration, comfort, and strength for people across cultures and throughout history. It is an intangible force that often defies logic, rooted in the belief that there is something beyond what our physical senses can perceive. In Hebrews 11:1, we find a profound definition of faith: "Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see." This verse encapsulates the paradoxical nature of faith - it requires confidence despite uncertainty and assurance despite invisibility. So, let us explore this concept further and delve into how faith can shape our lives.

Believing in the Unseen:

The notion of embracing something unseen might seem counterintuitive to some. Our modern society places great emphasis on tangible evidence and empirical data to validate beliefs. However, faith challenges us to look beyond what meets the eye and trust in something greater than ourselves.

Faith allows us to envision possibilities before they materialize. It encourages us to hold onto hope even when circumstances may appear bleak. Just as a seed buried beneath the soil holds within it the potential for growth and blossoming into a magnificent plant, faith enables us to nurture dreams, aspirations, and goals until they come to fruition.

Finding Strength in Uncertainty:

Life is riddled with uncertainties; we face countless situations where outcomes are unpredictable or beyond our control. During these moments, faith becomes an anchor that steadies our hearts amidst turbulence. It grants us confidence when everything around us suggests doubt or despair.

In times of adversity or personal struggle, faith provides solace by assuring us that there is a purpose behind every challenge we encounter. By recognizing that life's difficulties serve as opportunities for growth, learning, and resilience-building, faith enables us to navigate through storms with unwavering determination.

The Journey Toward Spiritual Growth:

Faith is not a stagnant state of mind; rather, it is an ever-evolving journey toward spiritual growth. It involves cultivating trust in the unseen and nurturing a relationship with something greater than ourselves.

Through faith, we are encouraged to seek answers beyond what our limited understanding can grasp. This pursuit often leads us to explore philosophical questions about the meaning of life, the existence of a divine being, or our place in the universe. While these queries may remain unanswered, faith provides us with the assurance that there is wisdom in embracing uncertainty and finding peace within the search itself.

In a world driven by skepticism and empirical evidence, faith stands as a powerful force that fuels our dreams, strengthens our resolve during challenging times, and guides us on our journey towards self-discovery. Hebrews 11:1 beautifully encapsulates this concept - faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.

By embracing the paradoxical nature of faith, we open ourselves up to infinite possibilities and find solace in knowing that there is purpose even in the midst of uncertainty. So let us hold onto faith as we navigate through life's trials and tribulations, for it has the potential to transform our perspective and grant us profound inner strength.

#faith #faith journey #finding faith #walking by faith #believe in miracles #faith over fear #trust in god #stay strong in faith #unwavering faith #faith inspiration #power of faith #hope and faith

[yeslordmyking]

The Fear of the Children of Israel

Exodus 14:10-13

[10] And when Pharaoh drew nigh, the children of Israel lifted up their eyes, and, behold, the Egyptians marched after them; and they were sore afraid: and the children of Israel cried out unto the LORD.

[11]And they said unto Moses, Because there were no graves in Egypt, hast thou taken us away to die in the wilderness? wherefore hast thou dealt thus with us, to carry us forth out of Egypt?

[12]Is not this the word that we did tell thee in Egypt, saying, Let us alone, that we may serve the Egyptians? For it had been better for us to serve the Egyptians, than that we should die in the wilderness.

[13]And Moses said unto the people, Fear ye not, stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD, which he will shew to you to day: for the Egyptians whom ye have seen to day, ye shall see them again no more for ever.

The poor Israelites were so afraid that they'd rather stay enslaved and never take a stand than for Moses to provoke the Egyptians in attempt to free them, even with God's power and all that He displayed throughout beforehand. It's so easy for us while sitting on a church pew or in the comfort of our own homes to judge the Israelites as faithless, but in moments of fear like this, we are so guilty of losing faith in God, sometimes to the point where we'd rather keep our heads down and stay in a lower state than believe He can and will deliver us. Though it is good to endure and necessary suffering, we mustn't be afraid when God leads us down a difficult path that leads to His promise!

#and I'm a total hypocrite for posting this because nobody's more afraid than me #I'm so convinced that i can only serve God by suffering through the rest of my life and smiling throughout while suffocating human emotion #it's examples like this that get us in trouble for doubting God because of said human emotion! #but that's why these notes are important. God leaves us examples of showing incredible moments of deliverance and the joy of trusting Him #i need to work on it more than most but i still encourage others to trust God and believe that hey maybe you can have good things from God #God #Jesus #christianity #faith #trust in God #do not fear anything #God is in control #almighty God #a God of miracles #you must believe #have faith #unshakable faith #unwavering faith #God will deliver you #God will make a way #bible notes #bible study #exodus

[watchigtbj]

Miraculous Testimonies Debugged Disgraced BBC Falsehood: Authentic Healing and Deliverance at SCOAN

In a stirring rebuttal to the recent BBC and its cohort falsehood regarding the authenticity of healing and deliverance at the Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN), a series of compelling testimonies emerged during the live Sunday service on January 28, 2024. These firsthand accounts serve as resounding proof of the genuine healing power that continues to manifest within the SCOAN. Before…

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#Divine Healing #Emmanuel TV #faith testimonies #Featured #Healing miracles #miraculous recoveries #overcoming skepticism #Prophet TB Joshua #scoan #spiritual experiences #TB Joshua #The SCOAN #The Synagogue Church Of All Nations #transformative power #unwavering faith

[ikirby79]

Unwavering Faith: Through Trials to Spiritual Resilience

I’m Kirby, a Missionary advocating for fatherless boys in the Midwest, and a retired Army combat veteran with 26 years of service. My story is about navigating life’s challenges, from personal trials to professional adversities, and how my unwavering faith has been the cornerstone throughout. Early Life and Military Career My journey began marked by the absence of a father figure. This early…

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#Christian Ministry #Chronic Pain Journey #Faith and Healing #Faith in Adversity #Leadership Lessons #Military Life #Personal Growth #Spiritual Resilience #Unwavering Faith #Veteran&039;s Transition

[krishmanvith]

#rising faith #ana marias empowering journey towards self belief #ana maria #journey of self discovery #self empowerment #narrative of rising faith #embracing self belief #transformative power of determination #inspiring story #unwavering faith #paths to self discovery #self discovery #uplifting stories #empowerment journey #personal narrative #transformative power #determination and resilience #uplift and motivate #belief in oneself #self belief #self belief journey #Youtube

[seven11photos]

Wavering Faith- The up and down cycle of Christians

Wavering Faith- The up and down cycle of Christians

For many of us, the cycles of our faith are like the waves of the ocean. Sometimes we are cresting in confidence and other times, we are crashing into the beach. We are fearful when these “waves of faith” begin. During the high points we are unsure if it will end. In the low points we are afraid we can never get back to God. There is purpose and meaning in wavering faith. And if you ride the wave…

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#christian devotional #christian faith #christian learning #cycle of faith #faith in Jesus #unwavering faith #wavering faith

[steviebee77]

"LORD, I Believe. Help My Unbelief."

“LORD, I Believe. Help My Unbelief.”

WE READ OF JESUS healing a boy with an unclean spirit in Mark 9:14-29. This story provides a valuable lesson regarding faith. Previously, the boy’s father brought him to the disciples and they were unable to cast the spirit from the boy. Matthew Henry writes, “The father thought the fault lay in the want of power in the disciples.”(1) But it was due to lack of faith. The father became adamant…

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#"Help my Unbelief" #Doubt #Fervent Prayer #The Father and the Boy #Unwavering Faith

[sircolinmorgan]

Sir, don't. Show them who you are. This is who I am. No, it never has been. We hold the line, if you cross it now then there's no way back.

#this show is just 9 series of fred telling morse exactly who he is and morse refusing to accept it until it's too late #he has this unwavering misguided faith in fred and tries *so* hard to keep him on the right side of the line #but when he doesn't have morse around him fred crosses that line and we end up with 'i know thee not old man' #this show man #these characters #endeavour #itv endeavour #endeavour itv #endeavour morse #fred thursday #shaun evans #roger allam #my gifs #endeavour1

[intuitive-wanderess]

The deep need to surrender and give myself permission to trust life, God, myself, others is what inspired The Intuitive Wanderess.

It’s been less about my lack of self-worth for the things I desire and more about my lack of trust in others and in life to support me in having those desires.

Little by little I’m taking leaps of faith to cultivate the strength to trust and to surrender. It’s truly a strong thing to do because I have to go first, every time. I go first, but life meets me every step. I have to commend the brave little girl that lives within me.

I’m just intuitively wandering and some way some how I stay on track releasing patterns that no longer serve me, offering real testimony to God’s grace, evolving into more of my authentic and abundant self.

In short, I just want to say THANK YOU.

Thanks for joining & supporting me on this journey. Thanks for allowing me to support you on yours.

with love,

Asha 💕

#hypervigilance #hyper independence #fear of abandonment #the intuitive wanderess #surrender #unwavering faith #let go and let god #let go and let goddess #trust the journey #intuitively wandering #self empowerment #growth #manifestation

[officialyourdailyinspiration]

εις δε την επαγγελιαν του θεου ου διεκριθη τη απιστια αλλ ενεδυναμωθη τη πιστει δους δοξαν τω θεω και πληροφορηθεις οτι ο επηγγελται δυνατος εστιν και ποιησαι

(20 Abraham never wavered in believing God’s promise. In fact, his faith grew stronger, and in this he brought glory to God. 21 He was fully convinced that God is able to do whatever he promises.) — Romans 4:20-21 | Novum Testamentum Graece (Tischendorf) Novum Testamentum Graece (Tischendorf’s eighth edition Greek New Testament with accents/diacritics) © 2003 Faithlife Cross References: Genesis 15:6; Genesis 18:14; 1 Samuel 30:6; Matthew 9:8; Luke 1:1; Romans 14:5; Hebrews 11:19

#unwavering faith #Abraham #promises of God #Romans 4:20-21 #The Epistle of Romans #New Testament #Novum Testamentum Graece #Tischendorf’s eighth edition Greek New Testament Bible #Tischendorf #Faithlife

[general-cyno]

apparently it's the 15th anniversary of zoro's sacrifice in thriller bark (not sure if manga or anime though) so yknow. time for more zolu of course

one of the many things about zoro and luffy is that despite how their approach to certain situations might differ at times, they're still pretty similar at their core, sometimes to a comical degree (see: their definition of what a hero is back in fish man island arc). and this understanding of how the other works is what leads to moments like jaya,

this little one in water 7/enies lobby,

and follows consistently all the way to wano arc.

and I was thinking the other day about how their childhoods too kinda mirror or parallel each other's in a way that emphasizes (to me, at least) how special zoro's particular protectiveness toward luffy is, and why luffy relying on zoro that way is just as special.

the specifics of their childhood stories are different but both luffy and zoro have a turning point of sorts that's marked with the grief and loss of sabo and kuina, respectively, which leads them to say these:

(I cropped the panels, but luffy's also crying here)

it's important to note zoro and luffy had dreams/aspirations before this, to become the greatest swordsman and luffy's secret thing that we've yet to learn about (that ace, sabo and the crew now know). however, losing kuina and sabo is what prompts them to, on top of that, strive to become stronger for other people's sake. for zoro, it's his way to honor his friend and fulfill their shared dream. for luffy, it's to avoid losing the people he loves.

throughout the story, zoro and luffy end up expressing similar frustration and sentiments due to this. there's zoro innerly chiding himself for being too weak as he trains in the aftermath of arcs like little garden, alabasta and thriller bark, where the crew get stuck in situations in which zoro isn't able to help as he wishes he could (the wax cake, the sea prism stone cell, kuma). there's luffy swearing he won't lose a single member of his crew even if it kills him (the davy back fight) and reproaching himself for not being able to save any of the straw hats in sabaody, with the worst of it right after losing ace in marineford.

(and man do I have thoughts about bon turning into zoro, out of all the straw hats, back in impel down.)

anyway. as to why all of this is meaningful - when zoro agrees to join luffy, he mentions that his goal to become the greatest swordsman is all he has. yet as the straw hats go from journey to journey, and with a certain emphasis in luffy, you can see how zoro's view slowly shifts. he's now driving himself to become strong to protect them as well, to the point he's willing to set aside his ambition and offer his own head in exchange for luffy's, if it means he can ensure luffy's life and safety. that's huge. as mihawk inwardly points out, zoro has something, someone he values even more than his ambitions and pride. and it's through his adventures with luffy and the crew that he becomes closer to achieving that initial dream of his.

whenever people wonder why zoro's as loyal as he is to luffy, aside from all the reasons why luffy as a character has earned that loyalty through his actions, I also remember that one line koushiro said to zoro in a flashback: "the pinnacle of swordsmanship is the power to protect what one wishes to protect and cut what one wishes to cut. a blade that injures all that it touches isn't really a sword." while sure, it works in the context of later power ups like haki, imo it perfectly captures zoro's character growth too and what luffy's given him. the current zoro isn't lost or directionless with only one purpose in mind or to live for, bounty hunting as a means to survive. he has a home to return to, people to cherish, to protect and keep getting stronger for, people who nurture him in turn. kuina's death is something zoro couldn't have prevented, and losing people in accidents like those is something that could happen again, but still within the limits of what's preventable - zoro can protect his friends now.

as for luffy... zoro kinda steals the spotlight when it comes to grand gestures of loyalty/devotion and being the MC of the story means luffy fights for different people (both crew and non crew), carrying their wishes and hopes as if they were his own. he gets help and learns from others as well and all members of the crew are important for luffy to achieve his dream one way or the other, but the way he relies on zoro specifically is so subtly meaningful to me. we don't get as much insight on luffy's inner thoughts, still, we do have context.

for someone like luffy, who is at his innermost genuinely terrified of being alone and losing the people he loves, the fact that he trusts zoro to protect and keep everyone safe (even luffy himself) is so good. as shown above, luffy vowed to become strong in the first place to ensure he'd never go through loss like sabo's again and this vow is all the more renewed after ace's death. luffy has to be strong for everyone but... the fact that he can trust zoro to follow his lead even when others might not understand his reasons to do x or y, that he's so unwavering in his faith that zoro will protect the others when luffy can't, entrusting the people he cares about to zoro, whom luffy also cherishes - it's all pretty special. everyone in the crew has their strengths and zoro may not be the only fighter, but all of them, including sanji, fall under his protection whenever it's needed.

it's not only about raw strength though. zoro's also there to set luffy straight and remind him of what's important when the circumstances arise, like in water 7 or punk hazard. and even when they don't necessarily agree, like wrt vivi's situation after the reverie in marijoa, luffy knows when zoro's right and acquiesces (albeit grumbling a little) because, once again, he's also aware that zoro wouldn't just risk everyone's safety. luffy listens to him. and their reunion in wano too, luffy's sheer happiness at the sight of him again, is a very clear example of how much luffy adores zoro even beyond all that.

although luffy isn't aware of what happened in thriller bark (that we know of), zoro's actions are proof of why luffy trusts, has faith in, and relies on zoro as much as he does and why it's so important for luffy to have him by his side, considering how afraid he is of being unable to keep his loved ones safe. this is more on a speculative note, but I can imagine how comforting that must be for luffy - to not shoulder that on his own.

happy anniversary!

#zolu #tp #long post #yeah it's me. again #happy anniversary to zoro reinventing love and devotion for luffy y'all #I meant to add but I would've gone on a longer tangent if I had AJSJ #that yeah you could count whiskey peak as the one time luffy didn't trust zoro but eh it's like #1) I'm not sure how much of it was meant to be serious 2) their chemistry is so ridiculous they can't even fight properly #without falling into sync with one another and 3) luffy doesn't doubt zoro's intentions after that again #aaand you could argue this whole unwavering faith in zoro may have its drawbacks (sabaody) but #within the story it's not really something he holds against luffy but it is something that at least motivates him #to tell luffy to get his shit together. which is tasty imo #jay reads op

[yeslordmyking]

Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. [ Read devo thought and prayer for this Bible verse ]

#God #Jesus #christianity #faith #have hope #have faith #prayer #the power of prayer #pray without ceasing #strong faith #passionate faith #unshakable faith #unwavering faith #trust in God #depend on God #lean on God #you must believe #believe in God #test of faith #strength in the Lord #strength in adversity #bible verse #heartlight

[symbologic]

Do you ever wonder if deep down, in Luffy's heart, he doesn't let himself worry about Zoro because he genuinely can't? Because the alternative is simply too horrifying to contemplate for even a second?

Think about how awful it was for Luffy when he lost someone very dear to him at Marineford. This person had even promised — promised! — Luffy that he would never die. That he would never leave him alone. Yet this person who was supposed to be Luffy's constant was ripped away from him, and Luffy was powerless to stop it.

"Devastated" doesn't even come close to describing the abject despair Luffy felt at that moment. He completely shut down and went catatonic.

#We talk about Zoro's devotion toward Luffy #but we don't really talk about Luffy's borderline irrational faith in Zoro #Especially pre-timeskip #when it seems like Zoro was horribly injured more often than not #and there are times where Luffy comes across as insensitive at best and uncaring at worst *COUGH* thriller bark *COUGH* #Not saying Luffy doesn't care. He obviously does; and he shows it in his own way! #But I've also seen criticism of Luffy's apparent obliviousness after Thriller Bark #and imo it's not entirely unwarranted. #There's unwavering faith yes; and I don't doubt Luffy's faith in Zoro is heartfelt and genuine #AT THE SAME TIME #there's whatever tf was going on when Luffy was genuinely shocked that Zoro was running on fumes by Sabaody #as if it never even occurred to him for a second that Zoro might not get back up after getting hit by that pacifista #and maybe it genuinely didn't occur to him...because he refuses to conceive of a world without Zoro in it #because he promised Luffy — promised him! — he would would never die #text post #my meta #one piece #monkey d. luffy #roronoa zoro #zolu #luzo #meta

[anisaanisa]

Cycle.

#kagome #kagome higurashi #shikon no tama #shikon jewel #inuyasha #inuyasha fanart #犬夜叉 #fanart #animanga #digital art #procreate #artists on tumblr #drawtober #artnisa #bets in the tags on how long YOU 🫵 would last inside the Shikon Jewel! #yeah yeah inuyasha's meido monologue we've all seen it #but what about kagome's unwavering faith in the face of a prophecy coming to pass? esp when she thought the Big Bad was Over? #and her outright refusal to bend to the will of some silly shiny ball who can't handle change! #Bravest Girl in the World Award goes to Miss Kagome Higurashi #and that's why Inuyasha is stupid in love with her ty for understanding #hang on tight girly he's coming. he always does :D