Lesson I Learned From Hannah Montana
Before anything else, I would like to make a disclaimer. I am not a Hannah Montana fan but my 2 little girls are. So when they told me that they wanted to watch the Hannah Montana Movie last Monday, I easily gave in to their request.
In the movie, Hanna learned a valuable lesson.
“Life is a climb but the view is great.”
This statement stuck to me until the end of the movie. It speaks of the reality that there will be struggles in life but we should not despair because they all will pass. Jesus told his disciples, “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” He has given us an overcoming spirit for everyone born of God overcomes the world. We may be going through some problems in our relationships, finances, health, career and many others. We just need to hold on and never give up.
When God told Joshua that he is giving them the promise land, he did not say that it would be a walk in the park. In fact when the spies went to do an ocular inspection, they saw that it was flowing with milk and honey but there are giants in the land. Many times, when we receive a promise from the Lord, problems come before the provision. It doesn’t mean that it is not God’s will. It simply means that we are called to overcome something. But in the end, the struggle is worth it.
So, when you feel like you are going uphill, just hang on because when you get to the top, you’ll eventually enjoy the view!
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Great insight, Pastor A!
July 15th, 2009 at 6:50 pmAmazing how God can speak even in this kind of movie.
I’m sure Anna and Andrea had a good time.
Yeah Joyce. They sure had a great time especially when we brought them to McDonalds after. haha
July 15th, 2009 at 7:30 pmyes, life is a climb…and one great view for me is when i see men stand and believe with me…
its a great sight! keeps me going!
July 15th, 2009 at 10:49 pmCheck out the theme song of the movie. Good lyrics too.
July 16th, 2009 at 5:43 amGreat insight P. Ariel!
As a kid, I used to like running up an escalator that’s going down. Hard work, but so much satisfaction once I get to the top! (that is if the security guys don’t spot me first hehe).
I figure Christian life is something like that. Going against the [sinful] “pattern of this world” (Rom. 12:2) will always be a tough task. But hard is good. The day we find it easy is the day we’ve stopped climbing. Just like on my escalator, stopping = going down = compromising.
Let’s keep pushing! The view will indeed be spectacular as God comes through for the upright for His glory. But STILL, not as spectacular as the view on the Day (Mt. 25:21)!
July 18th, 2009 at 3:23 pmI have just read it today. It really make sense.. Very Nice Pastor A.
August 9th, 2009 at 11:13 amOvercoming spirit:) and Struggles…i had a great lesson there..^^
Dana Rica Gallardo, 16 years old, currently attending the 4 pm service at victory Alabang^^
my family and I are new at VCF.
We are so blessed about your teachings.
God Bless Pastor and regards to the family^^
PS.
September 15th, 2009 at 8:47 pmYour wife is so beautiful…as well as your daughters..:) hehe..You really are a blessed man^^
I want to send mail to you regarding my family who were now attending Victory church in Alabang. My son’s girlfriend happened to accept Jesus Christ to the same church and i am really blessed knowing that. I hope you will send me a reply confirming my request. I am working here in Qatar and my deepest desire is for my family to be spritually grow and strong. God Bless.
September 16th, 2009 at 5:17 pm