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Sure Victory in Life

Posted on August 7, 2019 by Mark Shields

As we read in Titus 2, Paul explains that each of the various groups within society have different needs and priorities. Each generation or group can help each other by sharing ideas, giving suggestions, and relating experiences that can assist as they go through life.

If our life lines up with the instruction that Paul gives in this passage, those who oppose us will have nothing to use against us so be determined and passionate in what you believe. We may go through a lifetime with great ideas that never get implemented. We may work on projects that never seem to catch on but the most important project to work on is sharing the sure victory Christ gave on the cross.

Like a parent trains a child, our heavenly father trains us. We may fail at times but His grace picks us back up to try again so our character is transformed day by day. Grace keeps on giving as we grow and our faith encourages others.

This day with You Lord, we are thankful for the life transforming relationship with You as we daily take inventory of our strong points and weak points. You turn them into more than we could imagine through prayer. Our best days are ahead because we are the beneficiaries of the past. Your plan for our life always brings victory because Your power is at work today in making the needed adjustments in our character. Amen.

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Into the Heart

Posted on August 6, 2019 by Mark Shields

And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise. – Philippians 4:8

Within the post “Further the Faith and Knowledge of the Truth” explained is the purpose of Paul’s ministry. Also brought out are the necessary qualities of Christian leaders and their responsibility to false teachers.

Take inspiration from the video Heart of Worship by Matt Redman. Your Faith rest on the hope of eternal life; supported by the love of God and the gift of His Son. May this attribute of your soul be with you always and direct you to think of things excellent, honorable, and disciplined.

Index of devotionals

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Further the Faith and Knowledge of the Truth

Posted on August 5, 2019 by Mark Shields

Now the journey takes us to Titus which is a letter written by Paul to Titus who was in Crete to establish churches in that part of the world. In Titus 1 Paul tells us what he feels his purpose is by giving himself the title of servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ to further the faith and knowledge of the truth in hope of offering salvation to those he comes in contact with.

He explains to Titus some qualities of Christian leaders including being blameless, being faithful to their spouse, a good parent to their children, self-controlled, disciplined, and upright in the eyes of those around them.

Then Paul goes on to explain to Titus a Christian leader’s responsibility to false teachers. These false teachers of Crete were teaching what they should not teach and disrupting everyone for their own personal gain. He told Titus the need to hold them to account and lead them towards sound faith.

This day with God will be amazing because we will take in the Word found in today’s passage and discover ways to apply the values learned in our own life. Here is a link to an index of all devotionals. Link

Things will fall into place because of His grace. Because of the Savior, there is a change in behavior; following where He leads and doing good deeds; accepting the truth and teaching our youth; learning His ways and giving Him praise.

Just as Paul had a purpose, we too have a purpose. Our faith rest on the hope of eternal life and is supported by accepting Christ as our Savior. May this attribute give us power and direct us to thoughts of excellence, honor, and discipline. Amen

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Instruction

Posted on August 2, 2019 by Mark Shields

In 2 Corinthians 12:11-21, Paul shows his love for the Corinthians. It is a love similar to parents loving their children; postponing what they would like for the needs of their children. Paul had no self-interest but only concern for the Corinthians well-being. This poem was written to inspire this same kind of love in present times for future generations.

Step Ahead

From older to younger
There is this need
To show the Way
And how to proceed.

To give instruction
For the future
Of a better way
And clearer picture.

No more discord,
Anger or arrogance
But only seeking
The thing of relevance.

By looking for ways
Of being kind;
Loving the Lord
With heart, soul, and mind

Then loving your neighbor
As one of your own
So no one ever feels
Sad and alone.

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True Value

Posted on July 30, 2019 by Mark Shields

But Christ has shown me that what I once thought was valuable is worthless. Nothing is as wonderful as knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. – Philippians 3:7-8

The post “Treasure that Last Forever” points out the value of the Scripture. If you get your information from the Scripture, you are assured of true teaching.

Rather than be dominated by the pursuit of worldly riches, be freed by the treasures found in the Scripture which are useful now and forever.

Each day, ask for Jesus. The rewards of this world ultimately have very little value but as this song highlights, Jesus has great value: Give Me Jesus by Jeremy Camp.