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Eternal Paradise

Posted on February 19, 2021 by Mark Shields

We read and learn about heroes of God that have a terrific outlook for the yet to come; faithfully looking forward to the promise of the future. Let us all be inspired to stick to God’s plan so we bring Him glory now and the upcoming days ahead.

Step Ahead

Inch by inch everything
 Is a cinch because 
 Of confidence in God
 And what He does
  
 Trust in the plan
 Live out your passion
 Step ahead daily
 Expect good to happen
  
 Patiently fulfilling
 Your purpose on earth 
 Knowing that God 
 Has given new birth 
  
 Even if negatives 
 Bubble up in life
 Look forward to a place
 Where there is no strife
  
 Be optimistic
 Since Christ paid the price
 For you have a future
 In eternal paradise

Poem by Mark Shields – © 02-18-2021

Inspired by “Eternal Paradise“

Photo – The photo was taken while traveling up Mt. Haleakala on the Hawaiian island of Maui. It’s dormant now but when active, the lava-flow formed about 75 percent of the island. In fact, all the Hawaiian island were formed from volcanos. Today, these islands are a tropical paradise and the destination of millions who travel there…

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Songs to Encourage

Posted on February 18, 2021 by Mark Shields

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. – Deuteronomy 31:6

The main take away from the post “Confidence and Courage for Our Battles” is that you can rely on the Word as your guide, write down the steps of action, and use songs to encourage.

Moses and Joshua wrote down a song to communicate God’s message and we do the same today with songs like Battle is the Lord’s by Rebecca St. James featuring Brandon Lake. God is in control so take courage in the fight as you step ahead with boldness because with God by your side, everything will turn out alright.

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Confidence and Courage for Our Battles

Posted on February 17, 2021 by Mark Shields

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Moses speaks well of Joshua as a man of courage in Deuteronomy 31:1-29 who could lead them for the future. Moses was up in age and the most pressing concerns for Moses before his death was who would finish leading the people to the Promised Land.

They needed a leader to give confidence and courage for their battles. Joshua was chosen to take over the leadership. He would cross over the Jordan River into the Promised Land and the Lord would go also to set things up for them to take over the land.

Another concern was the people turning away from God, not obeying the law, and following idols. Moses tells his people to have courage because there is victory with God.

To make sure the people followed the law, Moses wrote down the law and gave it to the Levitical priests for safe keeping.

The law would be read every seven years at the Festival of Tabernacles to refresh their minds in the Word of God and share with others so they would gain confidence and be encouraged to win their battles.

The take away from today’s passage is to rely on the Word as our guide, write down the steps of action, and use poems or songs to encourage. God is in control so we can take courage in the fight as we step ahead with boldness because with God by our side, everything will turn out alright.

This day with You Lord, we put our trust in You. We have confidence and courage to step ahead to new heights because You will set things up for our future. We are not anxious because You will fight for us. We can take on our fears head on knowing that You have our back. We are patiently letting Your mystery work things out in Your precious time as we continue our climb. Amen.

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His Love is the Reason

Posted on February 16, 2021 by Mark Shields

Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is – His good, pleasing and perfect will. – Romans 12:2

The post “Reason for Believing” was about how loving the Lord your God gives real meaning to life. By turning to the Lord with all your heart and soul, obeying, and following His perfect will in your life, you are assured of a great destiny. You will flourish in the future and your days will overflow with joy.

The song Reason by Unspoken gives inspiration as you step ahead. The Lord will put a hunger in your heart, put a fire in your soul, and His love is the reason to keep on believing.

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Reason for Believing

Posted on February 15, 2021 by Mark Shields

The Lord will put a hunger in your heart and put a fire in your soul. This day will be amazing because we have a purpose as we read chapter Deuteronomy 30. There is a reason for believing in the ONE true God and following His way as we fulfill our great destiny which overflows with blessings.

The difference between life and death as promised in today’s chapter is that life with God brings blessings, peace, joy, and prosperity. We love the Lord and walk in obedience keeping His commands, decrees, and laws. For our obedience, the Lord will bless our life and bring a destiny of paradise within our grasp.

Turning to the Lord each day brings a fresh beginning. Day by day we are committed to reading His Word so we are primed to take in His plan for us and carry out the instructions received. He will set things up for us to overcome what holds us back.

Today, we are ready to step ahead of our enemy who promotes corruption, sickness, racism, and division. The Lord will put curses on those who follow the enemy but bless those who follow His way using the weapons of faith, hope, and love to bring prosperity.

This day with You Lord, we have a reason for believing. It is a sometimes difficult but adventurous mission but this mission can change the world and we can be confident because you are with us. Amen.