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Keeping the Name of the Lord

Posted on April 6, 2018 by Mark Shields

The name of the Lord is a fortified tower;
The righteous run to it and are safe.

One of my favorite takeaways from the study of Proverbs 18 and posted in “The Power Like a Strong Tower” is that our words have the power of life and death. By keeping the name of the Lord in our everyday living, we not only have power in our own life but also give power to those around us as we encourage them.

Keeping the name of the Lord shelters us like a fortified tower providing safety from the wind and high ground above the floods. As pointed out in the song Strong Tower by Kutless, keeping the name of the Lord provides strength when we are weak and courage if afraid. When the storms of life rage, the Lord is our strong tower and His mercy sets us free.

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The Power Like a Strong Tower

Posted on April 5, 2018 by Mark Shields

Explained in reading Proverbs 18 is that the unfriendly that start quarrels. The speech of fools brings on difficulty but being positive in what you say satisfies the soul. Your words have so much power and keeping the name of the Lord has the power like a strong tower to shelter during the storm.

During weakness, He gives courage to face your fears. When the storms of life rage, He gets you above the flood and shelters from the wind. His mercy is so powerful that it breaks all the chains that hold you captive and is the key to set you free.

When I was growing up, my dad was a coach and a player from his team went on to be a star running back at the University of Texas. Over the years, we would go to games in Austin and I remember one time when the team was number one in the nation. They lit the tower on campus orange and left the lights in certain offices so that it lit up the number one like the photo below.

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We can be thankful because when God is our number ONE, our life will be victorious and we will be an example of a champion that encourages others.

This day with You Lord, I’m thankful that Your name is my strong tower. If today turns out to be a difficult day, I know your strength is available. Lord, Your mercy sets me free so that I can escape to the high ground. My words will be positive words. Not words that tear apart and bring on more difficulty but words that will encourage, show affection, and satisfy the soul. Amen.

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Adjustments

Posted on April 4, 2018 by Mark Shields

Teach me, and I will be quiet; show me where I have been wrong. – Job 6:24

The post “Interaction” highlighted principles that can be used for how we interact in our relationships and in life situations. Some main points brought out are to avoid the traps that get us into trouble by listening to those we can trust and striving to get along with others by watching what we say. When challenged with difficulty, continue to have a good outlook on life.

As pointed out in the song Dear Younger Me by MercyMe, life is not always a smooth ride but the bumps along the way hopefully help us learn and gain experience so that needed adjustments are made for a better future.

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Interaction

Posted on April 3, 2018 by Mark Shields

Pointed out in Proverbs 17 are certain relationships like the one between a child and parent; between young and old or between one group and another group. The principles taught in this passage can be used for interaction in these relationships. They help us as we set out to get along with others, to communicate with care, and to seek those who can be trusted.

Relationships are not always easy but Proverbs can help provide instructions in the best way to handle these life situations. We can continue to have a good outlook and find joy even during difficulty. For it is in difficult times that we have opportunities to learn, to grow, and gain experience.

In our challenging world, we need to constantly make adjustments. Using ideas and strategies found in Proverbs can help us make the needed adjustments. They can cushion the blows in order to provide for a better future. Always remember that every wound will bring wisdom and every trial will bring triumph.

This day with You Lord, we are thankful for Your Word in helping us make adjustments along our journey. The lessons in Your Word, the Holy Spirit, and the experiences we go through speak to us deep in our heart. Your Word gives us wisdom that guides our life and makes every day meaningful as we pattern our life after Jesus. In His name we pray. Amen.

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The Week Ahead

Posted on April 2, 2018 by Mark Shields

This week, we will continue the study of the book of Proverbs and share more thoughts.

Below are some questions for reflection.

Proverbs 17
* What relationships are pointed out in this passage? What principles can be used for interaction in these relationships? Are there times you have had joy even during trying times?

Proverbs 18
* What happens to the types of people in this chapter and why? In what specific ways is the name of the Lord your strong tower? What are the themes of this chapter?

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.