In The Storm

Where I live, it’s been raining every single day for the past three weeks, like a lot of rain. The local news outlets say that we’ve reached a record high in rainfalls. We’ve heard stories of flooding, evacuation notices, and cars under water, power outages, and a lot of buzz on social media about this horrible weather. And today is no exception, the storm continues to hit us and hit us hard. Everyone in this town is to the point where they’re like…ok, we’re like, “Enough!” When is this storm going to be over? We’ve already endured enough! It’s uncomfortable, you get wet and sticky and you have to take extra precaution when driving. Some may say extra prayers when leaving the house because the storm can be pretty nasty.

Today, during my morning devotional, I was reminded how important and necessary “storms” are in our lives. When we are in the storm, we are in God’s safe haven. It is not in our homes where we feel safe, it is not in our comfort zones, it is not in our jobs and careers, churches or ministries; it’s in the arms of our Heavenly Father where we find refuge in our times of need. It is in those storms, where God’s love and grace is revealed in our lives. He shows His mercy and compassion in the midst of those moments where we feel like we’re drowning in floods of uncertainties.  It’s not when the sun is shining bright where we feel hopelessness and despair, it is in the raging storm where we feel Him the closest.  

 

There are three things I want you never to forget when you find yourself in the storm:

1. Embrace the storm when it hits your life. Embrace it because it will come anyways, so you might as well have a good attitude going into it because there is a lesson to be learned. Many times, we may feel weary and the easiest thing to do is give up, but do not give up. You will not be able to get through the storm with your own strength, that is why it’s important to keep focused and put your faith in Jesus; He will give you the strength to endure and get past the storm.

2. This too shall pass. Storms will come into your life and storms will exit your life. The sun will come out again and brighten your gloomy day. I don’t know about you but it’s exciting to be reminded of this. Although we may face a season of gloom, once we get past it, the warmth of the bright sun will shine upon our faces and radiate joy and happiness.

3. And finally, remember that the storm will come, the storm will go but Jesus always stays. He is faithful and He will remain! The bible says in Psalm 27:4 “Even if my father and mother abandon me, the Lord will hold me close”. What a wonderful promise made to us that no matter who leaves, Jesus will NEVER leave us. It is in times of trouble; in the storm, where we discover who is really there for us and who has left. Today, we are gently and lovingly reminded that no matter who has left, Jesus will never leave.

 As I previously said in the beginning, storms are important and necessary in our lives. We don’t like them but we have to endure them. We must learn from them because they serve as stepping stones for where God wants to take us. Storms promote us to the next level, if we’re able to pass a rainfall, then we’re challenged at a higher level. And the more we’re challenged, the more God can entrust us. So today, thank God if you’ve past the rainfall level and you’re enduring a thunderstorm because if He helped you through the last storm, He will certainly help you with this one. And if your storm is catastrophic, hurricane “I WILL DESTROY YOU” thank God for that storm because it just means that the SUN will shine so, so bright and you have no idea what God has in store for you at the end. No matter how intense your storm may be, don’t give up, keep focused and put your faith in Jesus. Your storm will pass, so just hold on tight; just a little longer! Jesus will give you the strength to get through it and He will be with you every step of the way. And when you get past it, you will look back and say, “it was worth going through the storm because look at me now”.

Be Encouraged, Be Blessed!

Landy Perez-Feliciano ♥

Hope Is

Hope is to trust in, wait for, look for, or desire something or someone; or to expect something beneficial in the future. When you put your hope in God, you are trusting Him in whatever you are waiting for.

But here's the key, if you're going to trust, it has to be in God and Him alone. The hope I am talking about it not a superficial hope, like "I hope it doesn't rain today." The hope I am referring to is profoundly deeper that requires faith, patience and endurance. Hope is having an eager expectation for God to do something. I have two questions for you today, what are you hoping for? And what are you doing to prepare for it? Faith without works is dead, so I encourage you to exercise your faith by 'expectantly' waiting for God's promises to be fulfilled in your life. When you are expecting someone or something, you are getting ready for their arrival. Get ready!

I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits and in His word I put my hope. ~Psalm 130:5

 

Be Encouraged, Be Blessed!

Landy Perez-Feliciano ♥ 

 

A Moment of Silence (book trailer)

Hey Friends,

I want to share the trailer to my book, A Moment of Silence. I want to thank the talented Herson Martinez and his company, +High Cloud for making this video and capturing the core essence of what I wanted to put out.

I hope this message encourages you to continue to believe in God’s promises. Let’s face it, we all go through ‘moments of silence’ in our lives, there’s no denying that. But one thing we should always remember is that even though we may not see, feel or hear Him, God is still present. He is behind the scenes, working it all in your favor. Just believe!

Never mistake His silence for His absence. He is by your side. God bless you and share this video with your friends.

Be Encouraged, Be Blessed!

Landy Perez-Feliciano

My books have ARRIVED!

I am so happy to officially announce that my English book, A Moment of Silence is finally in the market and available for purchase! I cannot begin to express the joy that I feel to have accomplished this goal of mine. To God be the glory always! Thank you to my family and friends for their continual support.

 

Now that the book is out, I have all of these boxes to get rid of, with your help I know we can sell them all! If you’ve enjoyed my blogs over the last couple years, you will love this book! If you read my Spanish book, Un Momento de Silencio and enjoyed it; bless your children, friends,or co-workers with this one. For the month of October, there will be no shipping costs if you order within the United States!

This could be the perfect gift for yourself or someone you know!

On the left hand side of this page, you will see the book cover, A Moment of Silence. If you click on the image, it will take you straight to my online store. Or if you scroll to the top of this page and click on the icon that says “store” it will also take you to my online store.

Thank you so much for your prayers, encouraging words and support! I appreciate it and I cannot wait to hear your stories as you read A Moment of Silence: God wants to speak to you

I will leave you with this from the book

 

God has designed a perfect plan and a specific purpose for each person who has decided to believe in His word. This book will inspire and allow you to dream and believe in the promises that God has declared. If you've been waiting for an answer from God and still haven't heard anything, lower the volume of the noise surrounding you! He is trying to whisper the answer to your problem. Listen, because the solution might be in the gentle whisper. A Moment of Silence will help you discover your purpose in God and will help you define your position in Him. Its content is light in the midst of darkness and a peace that calms the storm. God speaks in the midst of silence; we simply need to listen. A Moment of Silence will provide you with the direction and clarity you need. Don't miss God's blessing in your life for not distinguishing His voice. His voice will give your life direction and guidance to the destiny He has prepared for you. In the midst of your circumstances, the Lord says, "I have a solution. I have a purpose for your life, and I want to reveal it to you as you stay still. Give Me a moment of silence. Are you willing to be silent and listen to Me"

Be Encouraged, Be Blessed!

Landy Perez-Feliciano

 

 

Dance to your own music

The keys on a piano are necessary to create beautiful melodic rhythms, yes even the black keys. These sharp and flat notes are what complete and compliment the entire piece, without it music would not be the same.

Without the minor scale in our lives, we would not be the same. Often times, the sharps and flats that arise in life is just a reminder of how beautiful the music will sound at the end. It is in those disheartening and lonely moments when we actually learn and grow from our experiences. It's like the old saying, "what doesn't kill you makes you stronger." It is in those troubled times where we learn to make lemonades out of our lemons, we learn to "dance in the rain." We basically grow up!

 

Psalms 23:4 says: Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil;
For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.

It does not matter what your valley may look like, just know that you shall fear no evil because you are not alone. Don't lose hope; there is someone (God, your Shepard, Your Father, Your musician and composer) who is with you every step of the way. He has composed and is orchestrating a beautiful song that only belongs to you; He wrote it with you in mind!

Those sharps and flats may sound sad, gloomy and depressing right now, but do not lose heart, He has not finished His great work. Your notes, your feelings, your situation, your problems, your minor scale full of flats and flats are ready to have an encounter with the other side of the scale. Because when they meet with the happy and cheerful notes of the major scale, then and only then will it bring completion to the musical masterpiece God has been preparing for you. Do not fret or get anxious because soon you will be hearing a beautiful song and when you do, get ready to dance to your own music!

Be Encouraged, Be Blessed

LandyPF