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Nourished with Virtue

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Mark Shields

Jesus replied, ‘What is impossible with men is possible with God. – Luke 18:27

Within the post “Impossible for Us but Possible with God”, explained is how God’s plans for us make the impossible, possible. The gift of Jesus has made possible the freedom we feel and a desire to praise Him. Our hope as a believer is to be nourished with virtue by studying God’s Word and applying the standards it teaches.

With God by our side, we can passionately believe in what we are doing. This day, let nothing hold you up in your work. Believe that one day at a time the impossible can become possible.

Music is very important when praising the Lord. Listen to the song Starry Night by Chris August and be grateful that we have free access to our Creator because of Christ. Then everything is possible and things will fall into place for an amazing day.

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Impossible for Us but Possible with God

Posted on February 13, 2019 by Mark Shields

Reading Psalms 33, we get an indication that this psalm is designed for corporate worship. The psalmist says to praise the Lord through music and song because the earth is full of his unfailing love (v. 5).

The psalmist pictures God as the Creator. By the Word of the Lord the vast universe was made with the stars and planets. He made the deep oceans on earth with land for people to live. Nations formed and the eyes of the Lord are on those who put their hope in His unfailing love.

God can turn what is impossible for us and make it possible. Each nation comes up with standards of morality and Americans should rejoice that the U. S. constitution was based on the principles laid out in the Bible. By studying history, one can easily conclude that God treats the plans of each nation differently. Those that follow His way are blessed and those that don’t are destroyed.

The plans of God make the impossible, possible. God’s gift of Jesus has made possible the freedom we feel and a desire to praise. The photo below was taken at a concert of Love & The Outcome.

This day with You God, we give praise for Your Word because of the standards of morality it teaches. We see the world around us and see these standards not being followed but we continue to be patient. Sometimes all it takes is getting the basics done and letting You take what is basic and turning it into something amazing. Putting You first is basic and even though we have doubt, there is more faith than doubt. We are “One Nation Under God” and because of that fact, things can turn around. You always have one more move that can set us on the path to victory. Amen.

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The Paved Way

Posted on February 12, 2019 by Mark Shields

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. – Proverbs 3:5-6

Life can be a load as in Psalms 32 when David faced loss, opposition, abandonment, and despair but as explained in the post “A Big Weight is Lifted”, the load is made easier to carry when we accept God’s help.

Jesus has paved the way to a clear path so you can constantly go for advice or insight and listen to God for guidance. It’s going to be a great day because God has given you the resources needed to step ahead with confidence.

Ask God to lead you so you can lead others as pointed out in the song Lead Me by Sanctus Real. Listen to the guidance of the Holy Spirit to be led to where you need to go.

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A Big Weight is Lifted

Posted on February 11, 2019 by Mark Shields

The main idea of Psalms 32 is captured in the first verse of this passage.

Blessed is the one
whose transgressions are forgiven,
whose sins are covered.

David had seduced the wife of his most loyal soldier and then arranged to have this soldier killed. The guilt for David was heavy on his heart and his strength was sapped but then he confessed his sins which resulted in him enjoying the blessings from God with more enthusiasm and joy.

As David experienced, there are negative psychological implications for repressed sin. But once sins are confessed, a big weight is lifted from our shoulders. We are restored to the joyous fellowship with God, yoked together with other believers, and guided along the path by the Holy Spirit.

In verse 8-9, God is speaking and commanding us to receive instruction and follow the path laid out. Jesus has paved the way to a clear path so we can constantly pray for advice or insight and listen for guidance.

This day with You God, we know it’s going to be a great day because You have given the resources needed to step ahead with confidence. The pathway set before us leads to that which is pure, good and lovely. Today, we acknowledge the truth given to us in Your word, we accept Your help given through Christ, and for opportunities to share with others. Amen

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Think it in Your Heart

Posted on February 8, 2019 by Mark Shields

God has given us the chance to determine our destiny. King Solomon said that as you think in your heart, so you are. Jesus brought glory on earth by being focused at completing the job God gave him to do. When greatness is expected from someone, they begin to believe they can succeed and they seem to rise to the level needed to become great. That’s why we need to praise those on our team for accomplishments. Research has found that there is an unconscious positive effect when a leader believes a team member will do well. It helps their performance.

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