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The Best Way Forward

Posted on June 28, 2022 by Mark Shields

Jesus answered, “Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, but whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life.” – John 4:13-14

The world at times is a dry and barren place which makes us thirsty. We just need a cool glass of water to refresh our souls for the pressing challenges ahead. Ready to respond to the tough issues, the ability to make the right choices, and the instructions to the best way forward.

Like pointed out in “Water that Satisfies Forever”, we have an advantage today of knowing about Jesus who offers a forever wonderful future so we can hand over our despair to Him. Then our needs are provided for, our desires have resolve, and we have more faith that our dreams will come true. For with the love of God through Christ, we are well grounded in the hope of eternal life and ultimate victory is assured.

Take inspiration in today’s song Way Maker by Leeland because Jesus is the Way maker, the miracle worker, promise keeper, and Light in the darkness. With Jesus, we can dream big, picture in our mind how to make it happen, and have confidence that His desire for us will transpire.

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Water that Satisfies Forever

Posted on June 27, 2022 by Mark Shields

In John 4:13-14, Jesus answered the question of the woman at the well, “Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, but whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life.”

When we follow God’s Plan for Us, we are given the water that satisfies forever. We are given the power of the Holy Spirit along with instructions for the tasks that need to be accomplished, the ability to keep going even in difficulty, and the determination to keep boldly stepping ahead.

We are stepping ahead now in the book of Job about the pain that Job goes through not only physically, but emotionally and spiritually too. Reading in Job 17, he’s speaking out in the anguish of his spirit. He is going through suffering and misery because he had lost everything. His children, his livestock, and his property. Then, he is afflicted with painful sores from the soles of his feet to the crown of his head (Job 3:7).

Job senses that his life is near the end. There is no more hope and he’s ready to accept that the only solution is the grave. Job had not found relief among friends who gave advice that did not help but he does appeal to God and wants to do what is right before Him.

Today, we have the advantage of knowing about Jesus who offers a forever wonderful future if we hand over our despair to Him. Then our needs are provided for, our desires have resolve, and we have more faith that our dreams will come true. For with the love of God through Christ, we are well grounded in the hope of eternal life and ultimate victory is assured.

This day with You Lord, we have set aside time and now pray about the challenges ahead. For the best way forward, we put You in charge Lord. You can help us see the big picture and Your desire for us will transpire. Our thirst is being satisfied with a spring of water welling up to eternal life. Amen.

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Poetry Friday 06-24-2022

Posted on June 24, 2022 by Mark Shields

Today’s poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post “A Trace of Faith”. Just a little faith leads to something big. We learn that it grows in our heart and soul to eventually overpower the negatives that limit our potential.

Take inspiration also from today’s song Angels Among Us which was inspired by a true story and recorded by the country group Alabama.

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My Intercessor is My Friend

Posted on June 23, 2022 by Mark Shields

My intercessor is my friend as my eyes pour out tears to God; on behalf of a man he pleads with God as a man pleads for his friend. – Job 16:20-21

It’s hard to accept the old adage “pain is gain” in many circumstances we face in life but as pointed out in “Second Wind”, the tone can change as it did for Job when he sought an advocate for his predicament.

Today we know that our advocate … our friend is Jesus who came in the flesh from up above to down here on earth. He understands our situation, He suffered on the Cross, and all who believe in Him will be saved.

So today, be inspired by the song What A Friend We Have In Jesus by Alan Jackson. For trouble anywhere or sorrows you can’t bear, take it to the Lord in prayer. Our weaknesses will be replaced with His power. We will be given the second wind to go the distance and finish the race victoriously.

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Second Wind

Posted on June 22, 2022 by Mark Shields

Running long distances can be a struggle as the body gets tired and it feels that every stride becomes harder and harder. Many long distance runners talk of getting a second wind that pushes them on to victory.

Reading today in Job 16, we note that Job is worn out, his household has been devastated, and he believes God has deserted him. His friends do not understand his situation and Eliphaz blames Job for his hopelessness … saying that his sin has brought it on. Job’s friends compounded rather than eased the problems by not listening and showing sympathy.

Job counters the accusations of Eliphaz by letting him know that the advice he is giving could be said by anyone but without ever actually going through what he has gone through, there is no understanding. Job tells Eliphaz that his advice doesn’t help his situation at all.

Job has gone through much pain and it’s hard to accept the old adage “pain is gain” in many circumstances we face in life but as we read today’s passage, the tone can change as it does in verses 18-21 as Job seeks an advocate in his predicament. An intercessor to plead for mercy and a friend that will make things right before God.

Today we know that our friend is Jesus who came in the flesh from up above to down here on earth. He understands our situation, He suffered on the Cross, and all who believe in Him will be saved. Our weaknesses will be replaced with His power. We will be given the second wind to go the distance and finish the race victoriously.

Lord as we read today’s passage, this broken world can be discouraging and wear us down. We face health issues, financial problems, broken relationships, and loss of loved ones but You have given us a second wind with more power than we could even imagine. You bring recovery and hope to become forever better. We can endure distress because we know You will bless. You took it all on and the cross fulfills the plan to step ahead to victory. Amen.