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The Week Ahead

Posted on May 20, 2018 by Mark Shields

The study of Proverbs will come to a close this week.

Below are some questions for reflection.

Proverbs 31
* What does Lemuel’s mother warn against? How can you warn children and grand-children about the dangers of companions who are immoral? What is the character of a good wife? How has the study of Proverbs helped you experience wisdom in your daily living?

As summer break approaches, I plan to change up the pace. I’ll be posting more sparingly throughout the summer but be back to the regular routine in September.

I’ll be keeping up with all your wonderful posts throughout the summer. In the meantime, below is the updated index of devotionals for your own use or perhaps to pass along to someone else as a Bible Study Plan or Guide.

Believe that God has a great plan for you.

Victory starts by having a plan. By accepting God’s plan for us, all we need to do is follow and believe He will provide the power. He will give the upper hand to make what seems impossible possible.

Adeney, Carol. This Morning with God: A Daily Study Guide to the Entire Bible*. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity, 1978. Print.

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Direction for Dreams

Posted on May 18, 2018 by Mark Shields

This poem was written to give direction to the dreams God has given you.

Step Ahead

Know the role to play
To best help the team
With a clear picture
To fulfill the dream.

Paint a clear picture
Within the mind
Of your current life
And what God has designed.

For He will give you
Wonderful dreams
With empowerment
To do what He deems.

Establish your values
Prior to the decision
And map each step
With perfect precision.

Know the priorities,
Take action with passion
And with a purpose
In orderly fashion.

Poem by Mark Shields – © 05-10-2018

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Limitless

Posted on May 17, 2018 by Mark Shields

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

In the post “From Ordinary to Extraordinary” the point was made that through God’s power, the impossible is made possible.

Like an eagle in the sky, a mighty lion among beasts, or a servant who becomes king; God can turn the ordinary into the extraordinary. The one who can gather up the wind in His hand or wrap the waters in His cloak will make it possible.

Since we are nourished in His word, graced with His Spirit, and inspired by songs like Come Alive by Lauren Daigle, let us awaken to the potential for this day and believe that the possibilities God has written into our tomorrows are limitless.

Index of devotionals

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From Ordinary to Extraordinary

Posted on May 16, 2018 by Mark Shields

Agur is writer of Proverbs 30 and seems to be a simple ordinary man who is never mentioned anywhere else in scripture. God still uses ordinary people to do His work because it is not in their own power but through His power that the impossible is made possible.

Like an eagle in the sky, a mighty lion among beasts, or a servant who becomes king; God has made each of us for a purpose. We can know what purpose God has for us by spending time with Him in His word. The ONE who can gather up the wind in His hand or wrap the waters in His cloak will make what seems impossible … possible in our life if we get in tune with Him by beginning each day in His word and in prayer.

Unfortunately, we live in a society that is always unsatisfied and always wants more. A society that is full of material gain, pride and anger. These qualities can never make the amazing possible but committed followers of Christ can because they are satisfied with what they have and who God has made them to be.

Humble servants for the purposes of God can make the impossible possible because the Creator can take what is ordinary and turn it into something extraordinary. By following the Way, everything falls into to place. Then as we look back on the amazing past, we are inspired to continue to walk the path towards an amazing future and accomplish what was thought to be impossible for God’s glory.

This day with You God, we are thankful for Your gift of Jesus. Because of believing in the sacrifice of Christ on the cross, there is a power that eliminates any doubt. We have direct communication with You through prayer and are no longer limited but set free to be all we can be. Amen.

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Chipping Away

Posted on May 15, 2018 by Mark Shields

But He knows the way that I take; when He has tested me, I will come forth as gold. – Job 23:10

As brought out in the post “Lighten the Load”, we need to get rid of that extra baggage in order to be all that God want us to be. We need to get rid of negative qualities that weigh us down like anger, pride, fear, and dishonesty. We need to trust in the Lord and lighten the load by being disciplined in His ways.

This day with God, celebrate the truth because God has started something good in you. As in this song Unfinished by Mandisa points out, His work in you is unfinished but day by day you are chipping away producing a masterpiece for God’s glory.