This Day With God – A Spiritual Journey | Share The Word

Guardrails

Posted on November 12, 2021 by Mark Shields

Many do not have good worldly fathers but our heavenly Father is available for all. Each local church is like a family that will help build up faith. One way to receive guidance is by obtaining information and inspiration from sermons. This poem was inspired by one of those sermons.

Step Ahead

There are rules we live by 
And they are our guardrails; 
Found in His Word 
And lighting our trails. 

These rules give us 
God’s design for living; 
Blessing those who 
Constantly are seeking. 

They lead us together 
Holding each other’s hands; 
Living by the Word 
And keeping His commands. 

They are the guide for
Each decision 
As we read His Word 
And follow the vision. 

These rules make the world 
A better place; 
Stepping ahead
To win the race. 

To invest in people
By helping a friend
And gaining the treasure
That rewards without end. Poem by Mark Shields – © 11-11-2021 Inspired by sermon of Reverend Steve Ramsdell in July of 2015 Thought - Many do not have good worldly fathers but our heavenly Father is available for all. Each local church is like a family that will help build up faith. One way to receive guidance is by…

View original post 18 more words

Posted in Poems | Tagged Blessings, Devotion, Photo, Poetry, Rewards, Sermon, Treasure, Vision | Leave a comment

Run with Perseverance

Posted on November 11, 2021 by Mark Shields

Let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. – Hebrews 12:1

Emphasized in the post “Climbing to New Heights” was the need for perseverance. Saul was ready to give up on his undertaking but then an event took place that changed his life forever.

This day with God, accept the challenge and set out to run with perseverance. Today’s song The Distance by Gary LeVox brings up that the road of life has cracks, bumps, and detours but with God, you can go the distance.

Index of devotionals

Posted in Devotionals, Going Extra Mile | Tagged Accomplishment, Devotional, Going Extra Mile, Music, Persistence, Power, Praise, Reliability, Worship | 1 Comment

Climbing to New Heights

Posted on November 10, 2021 by Mark Shields

Accomplishment is not always about ability but more about reliability. Being persistent in getting out there and sticking to it knowing that the problems along the way will give opportunities to look down upon the landscape with brand new perspectives.

Reading today in 1 Samuel 9, Saul’s father lost his donkeys and he sent Saul to look for them. This sets off a chain of events that changes Saul’s life forever. Saul was having a difficult time trying to find the donkeys and was almost ready to give up but his servant suggested to talk to a man of God in the town. The man turned out to be Samuel who gave Saul a message from God about his destiny.

We all go through times that we think are set-backs but then they turn out to be times for a new direction in our life. This new direction turns out to be a turning point of major importance. So never give up because what we see as problems may turn out to be opportunities that lead us to an amazing destiny.

We are limited in our understanding of our circumstances but God sees the big picture for our future so trust in His power to carry out the plan. If we keep going, there will be a breakthrough because things will be set up and our prayer will set in motion God’s supernatural power. Take in the instructions received, set out to do the task He gives, and give Him the credit for what is accomplished.

Lord, this day we are looking from a new perspective. We’ve gained more insight from Your Word to help in our future. We are thankful for those who have gone before us to show us the way. Your power takes over when we feel weak so we don’t give up but keep climbing to new heights and look at things from the vista of hope. We may come from a lowly place of very little importance but with You, we reach new heights. Amen

Posted in Bible Study, Going Extra Mile | Tagged Accomplishment, Bible Study, Going Extra Mile, Persistence, Photo, Power, Prayer, Reliability | 3 Comments

Upward Call

Posted on November 9, 2021 by Mark Shields

Forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.- Philippians 3:13-14

Reflecting on the post “Path to Liberty”, the better way is to be called by God rather than led by a worldly king. A worldly ruler has one purpose; to obtain and maintain power to benefit themselves. The principles taught by Christ generate enthusiasm, incentive, and liberty that benefits all.

Take inspiration from the song God You Reign by Lincoln Brewster and follow the ONE who can part the seas and move the mountains. Follow the path to liberty created by the ONE who reigns.

Index of devotionals

Posted in Devotionals, Purpose | Tagged Definite Purpose, Devotional, Incentive, Leadership, Liberty, Music, Praise, Prosperity, Worship | 1 Comment

Path to Liberty

Posted on November 8, 2021 by Mark Shields

God’s provides a path to liberty for all because the principles taught by Christ along with the Holy Sprint lead to a future beyond our imagination. We don’t need to follow corrupted leaders but instead, we can follow the ONE true God who purifies the world one person at a time. The result is amazing individuals, affluent neighborhoods, thriving states, and prosperous nations.

Reading today in 1 Sam uel 7:15 through 8:22, we are told that Samuel’s sons did not walk in his ways for they turned to dishonest gain, accepted bribes, and perverted justice. The elders of Israel pointed out to Samuel that his sons did not follow his ways so since Samuel was up in years, they wanted him to appoint a king that could lead their people.

Samuel didn’t like what the elders had to say and went to the Lord in prayer. The Lord explained that the people had rejected Him to serve other gods. The Lord told Samuel to explain to the elders that a king would break up their families. A king would take ownership of everything and make the people serve the king so that they would become slaves to the king.

We see a pattern of God’s dealings with His people as they would flourish but then forget who gave them this prosperity. They would then begin to revert back to their old habits and turn away from the Lord’s Way until He provided another king who followed the Lord.

Thinking about current times, many allow those who do not know and honor God to be their leader. A worldly king has one purpose; to obtain and maintain power. This only benefits a few; whereas accepting the principles taught by Christ creates liberty that generates enthusiasm and incentive for all.

I have some good news for you my friend! We have a King of kings in Jesus Christ who has given us a clear path to liberty. It was cleared and leads straight to a place beyond our imagination. So today my friend, let us go to the Lord in prayer to inquire of the Lord rather than the world.

This day with You Lord we come to You not making excuses but the need for You to filter out the negatives of this world that hold many back. This pollution of the soul holds back individuals, neighborhoods, Cities, States, and whole nations. You are the King of kings who gives us enthusiasm and incentive to follow Your Way. Amen.