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The Week Ahead

Posted on July 30, 2017 by Mark Shields

This week, we will continue the journey and share more thoughts from the study of Exodus 31 and 32.

Below are some questions for reflection:

Exodus 31
* Who does God choose to do His work? What added significance is given to the Sabbath (See 20:8-11)? What characteristics in your life reflect God’s creative activity and uniquely distinguishes you as one set apart by the Lord?

Exodus 32:1-14
* How long is Moses away? How do you respond when God’s actions seemed delayed? What are some ideas you can try when tempted to worship idols rather than the ONE true God?

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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.

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

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Salvation Jubilation

Posted on July 29, 2017 by Mark Shields

There is no need to get uptight about things in life. Today, make a decision to let it go and trust that everything will work out. The focus for today is to enjoy each moment.

Step Ahead

For the law and promise
Is met in the person
Of Jesus Christ
Who took the burden!

Giving to all
With jubilation
The ultimate reward
Of salvation.

You were created
To have a friend;
A companion
Until the end.

A friend in Jesus
To help you grow
As each day brings
A new start even so.

Just let the past go
And have no doubt;
Enjoy each moment,
Trusting all will work out.

By Mark Shields – © 07-27-2017
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The Presence of the Lord is Our Great Reward

Posted on July 28, 2017 by Mark Shields

For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith — and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God. – Ephesians 2:8

Shared in the post “Immanuel” was the purpose of the tent of meeting which was to have a place where people could meet with God. The Lord’s presence back then and today is our great reward.

In present times, believers can meet with God at any time or any place because of Christ’s atonement of sins on the Cross. This day with God, rejoice in this great gift of God that has been given to us.

The thoughts shared above can turn a bad day into a good one. Suddenly, our attitude changes because we realize that God is with us at any time or any place. We can watch videos and listen to inspiring music like this: Holy Spirit by Francesca Battistelli.

Each day we can build memories. We can take pictures of His Creation like an amazing rainbow stretching from one end of the sky to the next. We can use technology to take virtual vacations by using the Internet. We can share with others around the world that God is with us today.

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Immanuel

Posted on July 27, 2017 by Mark Shields

Immanuel means “God With Us” and Exodus 29:38 through 30:38 explains the only way that could happen before Christ’s death on the Cross. The purpose of the tent of meeting as described in this passage was to be a special place to make atonement and to meet with God.

The tent of meeting was sanctified through offerings made in the sacrifice of animals. Also used in the sanctification process was incense, atonement money, a basin of water for washing, and anointing oil.

God consecrated the tent of meeting and the altar along with Aaron and his sons to serve as priests (Exodus 29:44). There was also a census tax required to pay for sins and gain favor with God. All this was to be done according to exact instructions so that the people could meet with Him.

Christ’s victory on the Cross has made it much easier for believers in present times. Since Christ came and died on the Cross as the ultimate sacrifice for our sins, the Holy Spirit in our heart is made available to us at any time or any place.

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This day with You Lord, we know that You dwell among us and You get our attention by inspiring us with amazement as we go throughout each day. It may be with a brilliant sunrise that bathes us in the warm sunshine. It may be that You shout to us in a thunderstorm or paint a beautiful rainbow in the sky. Each day with You can be amazing and we give praise to You today. Amen.

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Hunting for Spiritual Food

Posted on July 26, 2017 by Mark Shields

I have brought you glory on earth by completing the work you gave me to do. – John 17:4

In the post “Detailed Instructions”, are thoughts about the specific instructions for the offerings made in order to consecrate priests. Today, we identify with Christ as our sin offering and the ultimate sacrifice for our sins. Since Christ came and died on the Cross, we have a direct relationship with God.

By accepting Christ into our life; taking note of His teachings and by reading God’s Word, we get specific instructions in how to live. Reading God’s word is much like hunting or fishing because we have to be patient, quite, and focused as we search for our daily spiritual food.

My grandfather loved to hunt. He had dogs that he trained for the purpose of finding raccoons. They would smell the trail and follow. Usually this led to a big tree where the raccoon would climb to the very top. Along the way, the dog would bark until you could then hear a different bark. It was a very excited bark in the same location and there was bark after bark after bark. When the hunter heard this bark, he knew the dog had the raccoon cornered.

Like these trained dogs of my grandfather, we trail what we are passionate about for our Master. As a person of faith, we find great truths that provide spiritual food and share these truths with others. Here is a truth to share today in a song: Stop the World by Matthew West. This day with God, remember that He is listening and is pleased when we have done our job for Him.