.pambawi sa ranting.

My, my, my. That was one depressing entry. And I apologize for it.

I have just come to realize that I have subconsciously allowed other people to direct my choices and control my happiness. But it shouldn't be so.

"I think the problem is that we've confused joy with happiness. Happiness is dependent on happenings. Circumstances in your life dictate whether or not you are happy. Joy, on the other hand is a gift from God - a fruit of the Spirit that transcends whatever is happening in your life. Joy allows you to rise —even to soar— above difficult circumstances, challenges, and heartaches. Joy comes from knowing Who is in control and that He has a plan to give you hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11) We do not draw our strength from the great feeling we get when things go right; if we did, we would be powerless when hard times and adversity hit, and we would all be easy pickings for the devil. No, it is the joy of the Lord that is our strength!" ~Alan Riley~

Life is good. I choose to be happy.

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All of my life, in every season, you are still God. I have a reason to sing. I have a reason to worship.