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The Day May be Demanding but God is there to Keep You Standing

Posted on July 13, 2016 by Mark Shields

On Paul’s missionary journey, God led Paul in regards to housing, activities, and the length of his stay as recorded in Acts 18:1-11. He led Paul to Corinth and Paul stayed with a man named Aquila who like Paul, was a tentmaker.

While in Corinth, Paul tried to persuade Jews and Greeks that Jesus was the Messiah as he preached every Sabbath in the synagogue but many still would not believe so he left the synagogue and went next door to the house of Titius Justus.

Paul received a gift of money and help from his friends at Philippi (2 Cor. 11:8) which gave him the opportunity to devote himself entirely to his missionary work. Silas and Timothy also came to join him from Macedonia and this also encouraged him. Then recorded in bold print below is the vision received by Paul:

Do not be afraid; keep on speaking, do not be silent. For I am with you, and no one is going to attack and harm you, because I have many people in this city. – Acts 18:9-10

Paul may have been ready to leave Corinth because of the situation. Some were turning towards Christ but idol worship was so ingrained in the fabric of that society. The vision above encouraged Paul and he ending up staying in Corinth for eighteen months.

Lord this day with You, we seek Your guidance in our homes; what to do, our activities today, and how we use our time. This day with You will be amazing because You are like a mountain; standing rock solid over time and protecting us in our time of need. We can take courage, for You are always by our side. Amen.

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It Only Takes a Spark

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Mark Shields

As shared in the post “Sparking Curiosity”, Paul began his missionary work in Athens by just meeting people and telling about Christ. This new teaching of Paul in Athens is still available to us today.

Many are looking for answers to the challenges of this world. They’ve looked at the various philosophies in how best to take on these challenges and none seem to work. But there is one plan that has proven to work and continues to work.

Here’s a video to provide that spark today: Build Your Kingdom Here – Rend Collective Experiment.

I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. – Galatians 2:20

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Sparking Curiosity

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Mark Shields

Paul’s meets different kinds of people in Athens as explained in Acts 17:16-34. He met philosophers and others interested in this new teaching. Athens was considered the intellectual center of the world during Paul’s time but it was also the center of idolatry.

The two main philosophies during that time were the Epicurean philosophy and the Stoic philosophy. The Epicureans were very materialistic and believed the main goal in life should be to pursue pleasure. The Stoics were just the opposite. The main goal in life for them was to live a disciplined life. To endure life now in order to receive a reward for the future.

Paul shared with them about the ONE true God and what God wanted them to do. To repent, accept Jesus as Savior, and share with others. The results were mixed. Some became followers, some sneered, and others were willing to hear more.

This day with You Lord, we ask that you help us initiate the spark of curiosity just like Paul did during his time. Help us to inspire in people the desire to explore, dream, and discover. Lord, we ask that You give us the courage to get away from the comfort zone and get ready for the challenge of this day. You are the ONE who created it all and we now wish to passionately stir each other up to boldly step ahead. In Jesus name. Amen.

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Days Under the Sun

Posted on July 8, 2016 by Mark Shields

This weekend, take some time to dream about your potential for greatness. Know God’s plan for your life and carry it out on a daily basis. Pray for direction each day as you daily work to fine tune and improve. Then every challenge will become possible.

Step Ahead

Write your life story
which is amazingly fun
and extremely adventurous
of your days under the sun.

Millions of people
will read this wonderful book
of your remarkable life journey
and the steps you took.

The reward you will receive
is beyond comprehension;
maybe not riches or fame
but certainly grabs their attention.

For you will become wealthy
because you collect a treasure
that makes you rich spiritually
with inspirations from our Creator.

In His perfect timing,
things will be made right.
for He is with you;
showing you the light.

So be at peace
and focus on the good
as you trust in the future
and do all you should.

Receive this encouragement
as comfort in all the strife.
Reinvigorated by the Spirit
Providing power for life.

Tomorrow will always
be better than today
as you recall the blessings
and follow the Way.

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Write a Wonderful Story

Posted on July 7, 2016 by Mark Shields

As explained in the post “Priceless Principles in the Scriptures”, Paul and the early church faced persecution for sharing about Christ but they wrote a wonderful story that today we get an opportunity to read and provide us with insight in how life should be lived.

So the lesson is to stay interested and be eager to examine for yourself the priceless principles found in the scriptures. Keep going after what you believe in and people will be able to read your life story many years into the future. Many times in life, we find that it is in the tough experiences that we go through that provide the greatest growth.

This day with God, keep writing your story so that you can share with others. Put this story to work for the glory of God. What is important is to never give up but keep going after what you believe in. Even under situations when things don’t seem to be working out, keep after it because you may find one simple thing to try and bam! It works.

Enjoy today’s inspirational video: Write Your Story – Francesca Battistelli