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Brighter Tomorrow

Posted on January 31, 2022 by Mark Shields

A golden sunset that pierces through and colors the clouds may give an inspiring lift after a difficult day. The picture of a sunset was taken only about three miles from my house at Woodway Park in Waco Texas. There may be hidden treasures near you today that you can seek and get excited about. Just as there may be hidden treasures in God’s word as we read today in 1 Samuel 28.

Remember from our reading so far that David had been fleeing Saul who was out to kill him. David has had several opportunities to kill Saul but didn’t because he said that the matter should be in God’s hands. Today’s passage says that God was no longer with Saul.

David sought refuge from Saul by joining with the Philistines. When the Philistines set up camp near Saul’s army, Saul became fearful. He inquired of the Lord but got no answer so he decided to turn to a medium even though he had expelled from the land all mediums or those who could consult a sprit.

He didn’t want anyone to know that he was consulting with a medium so Saul disguised himself. Then found someone who could consult with the spirit of Samuel who had recently died. The medium was able to get in touch with the spirit of Samuel who told Saul that the Lord would deliver both Israel and Saul into the hands of the Philistines (v. 19). Immediately Saul was filled with fear, completely shaken, and very weak.

Instead of letting go of the past, Saul never could. He was always jealous of David. David on the other hand was someone who could rise above situations when things happened that he had no control over or when those he thought he could trust did things that made him not trust them anymore.

This day with God, let us be able to forgive, step ahead, and be grateful for what we do have. Dark times challenge us to change our thinking and find solutions. Before the darkness gets darker and then goes pitch black, let us step ahead. Let us receive God’s true light that brightens the path and gives us access to more power than we could ever imagine.

Lord help us to take on the challenges we face so that we can get through the darkness into a new day. We have confidence that we can step ahead of our challenges. We may face financial issues, health matters, or other challenges beyond our ability to solve but You have a plan for us. Christ has entered in with grace so we know all we need is patience because You have provided the way to overcome. Amen.

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The Way of Jesus

Posted on January 28, 2022 by Mark Shields

This poem emphasizes the Way of Jesus which is about doing what’s right, about real life & not getting caught up in ridiculous mindless ceremonies. What fresh expressions of Christianity need to be a part of your life?

Step Ahead

Many challenges 
We face each day
But they are met
By following the Way.

Doing what’s right
And living the real life;
Not the made up one
That causes so much strife.

So internalize 
Each principle
Taught by Jesus Christ
To be invincible.

Harness the power 
Of the Holy Spirit
And the enemy 
Will always fear it.

For the Spirit brings
To all posterity
Constant power now
And through eternity.


Poem by Mark Shields – © 01-27-2022
Inspired by “The Way of Jesus”
Thought - Christianity is all about doing what’s right, about real life & not getting caught up in ridiculous mindless ceremonies. 
Music - This day with God, take inspiration from the song The Way by Jeremy Camp. Ask yourself, what fresh expressions of Christianity need to be a part of my life?

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Courageous Hero For Your Faith

Posted on January 27, 2022 by Mark Shields

Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. – Joshua 1:9

The Lord continues to help you so be a courageous hero for your faith. Even though there will be challenges along the way, you can boldly step ahead because like the post “Give It Your Best Shot” points out, you can accept each challenge to face them head on with the promise of victory given to you in Christ.

As the words of the song It’s Always Been You by Phil Wickham call attention to, it’s always been the Lord with me and it will always be. The voice that calms the storms inside me, the castle walls that stand around me, the Light that shines in every tunnel. The Lord was with me in the past, with me now, and will be with me tomorrow.

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Give it Your Best Shot

Posted on January 26, 2022 by Mark Shields

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We will give it our best shot to gain the victory. This day with God, we can take on our fears head on by facing them one by one knowing that God has our back. Today, we will boldly share about the Good News of this victory in order to encourage toward applying God’s word in all we do.

In previous studies, Saul had promised not to harm David because David had spared Saul’s life. Nonetheless, David felt he needed to get away from Saul so reading today in 1 Samuel 27, he decides to escape to the land of the Philistines to seek refuge from Saul.

Let us remember that the giant named Goliath was a Philistine who David had defeated so we are now full circle and David is now attacking Israel. He would raid areas of Israel leaving no one alive. The king of Gath named Achish saw an opportunity to use David so he let him live in the land of the Philistines. In return, David and his men fought for the Philistines against Israel.

When we have casual ethics like we read today with David joining forces with the enemy, we put ourselves in a predicament. We can’t run from our problems so we need to face them head on. Don’t fear failure or harm but give it your best shot. Great basketball players may miss most of their shots but can still be considered great player. Today, be encouraged to give it your best shot with confidence because you have the Spirit through God’s promises in Christ.

This day with You Lord, we are encouraged to give it our best shot because with You is certain victory. We rely on Your Word as our guide, we write down steps of action, and praise You with songs. We take courage as we step ahead with boldness because with You by our side, everything will turn out alright. Amen.

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Grace is the Currency of Your Kingdom

Posted on January 25, 2022 by Mark Shields

For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you through his poverty might become rich. – 2 Corinthians 8:9

As pointed out in the post “Eternal Rewards of the Holy Spirit”, wealth of this world is a small reward compared to what the Holy Spirit provides for eternity.

As the song Holy Spirit by Francesca Battistelli points out, nothing comes close to the presence of the Lord. The glory of His goodness is what our heart longs for and there’s nothing worth more.