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Step Ahead in Faith Towards Our Purpose

Posted on January 21, 2016 by Mark Shields

We have a much better shot at victory if we have a plan and through Jesus, God has given us a plan. Life may disappoint at times but the good news is that there is something better ahead if we step ahead in faith, choose to make every day count, seize the moment to be the light, and share this light with others.

Let us believe things will fall into place and let us see in our mind how great things will be accomplished today. Let us believe that this day with God will be amazing because of who He is and who we are; an important name in history – one of His children. Here is today’s inspiring video about who we are in Christ: Born Again – Newsboys.

“…let us know His secret purpose. This was what God wanted, and He planned to do it through Christ. His goal was to carry out His plan, when the right time came, that all things in heaven and on earth would be joined together in Christ as the head. – Ephesians 1:9-11

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Be a Transformer Rather than a Conformer

Posted on January 20, 2016 by Mark Shields

Peter addresses the Jewish audience in Acts 3:11-26 saying that is was through faith in Jesus that healing came to a crippled beggar. As discussed in the post Empowerment, the beggar at the temple gate was asking for money but through Peter, God blessed him with what he truly needed which was healing.

Peter then addresses the Jewish audience about how Jesus was handed over by them to be killed and they disowned Him before Pilate (v.13). The truth hurts sometimes but in order to get back on the right track, there has to be an understanding of past transgressions before things can begin to be set right.

As we witness of Christ, we can also make our message appropriate and meaningful to our audience. We can tell our audience that life may disappoint at times but the good news is that there is something better ahead if we step out in faith, choose to make every day count, seize the moment to be the light, and share this light with others.

In verse 25, Peter says that God’s gracious purpose is to bless His people. By repenting and adding Jesus to their lives, they would have their sins washed away. This would bring about a refreshing new beginning.

Today, our message can be the same as Peter’s message. Letting others know about the reason for the life of Christ and engaging others to this transformed life that gives new freedom, energy, and purpose.

Heavenly Father, we ask that we work at being a transformer rather than a conformer. Like Peter did, help us to engage others to accept this transformed life in Christ and to travel the path You have laid for us. In Jesus Christ name, Amen!

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Power within Us

Posted on January 19, 2016 by Mark Shields

The post Empowerment gave one example of God empowering Peter to give healing to a crippled beggar. There is power in Jesus’ name and with this power, we can passionately believe in improved tomorrows.

Let nothing hold us up in our work for Him and know that one day at a time the impossible will become possible because God empowers His people. Let us praise the people who help us and remember to praise God. Here is today’s video to inspire us towards sharing our story: Life and Favor – John P. Kee.

Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us – Ephesians 3:20

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Empowerment

Posted on January 18, 2016 by Mark Shields

In Acts 3:1-10, Peter and John were empowered by God to give healing to a crippled beggar. They show their love to God and to their fellow neighbor by explaining that what God gives is far more valuable than riches of this world. The beggar at the temple gate was asking for money but Peter blessed him with what he needed and this gave glory to God.

In the process of this miracle, all involved gave glory to God and improved the world around them. Peter and John glorified God because they used His power to give someone what they needed in life. The lame man glorified God because he showed excitement and enthusiasm for what he received. He went into the temple courts walking, jumping and praising God (v. 9). The spectators gave glory to God by being filled with wonder and amazement.

This day with You Lord, we pray to give You glory by using the skills You have given us and sharing them with the world. Let us share with others how You have impacted our life and made it better. Let us share about experiences that bring You glory. Help us to inspire others with examples of Your wonder and amazement. Amen!

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Our Blessed Day Has Begun

Posted on January 16, 2016 by Mark Shields

God has given us another day. Listen to what He is saying in His word and through prayer, learn from the lessons in the Bible and the experiences of life, and implement a plan to assure positive results today.

I enjoy writing inspirational poems and my hope is that this one will set the tone for a blessed day. Have a wonderful weekend my friends!

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