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Never Quit

Posted on April 16, 2016 by Mark Shields

The second message in the new sermon series titled “Never-Never Land” was presented last weekend at the church I worship at. The message brought to us was “Never Quit”. Here is a link to the Sermon Podcast.

Brought to us were some points brought out when a “Samaritan Woman Meets Jesus at the Well”. Never quit but keep on believing because God can make anything possible. Like the woman at the well who was touched by Jesus, we can also be touched with a miracle. Jesus is interested in all people and He knows our story; our weakness and hardships. Write down your anything is possible prayer today and believe.

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The Humble Never Crumble When God Is With Them

Posted on April 15, 2016 by Mark Shields

As shared in the post He Answers Man’s Despairing Pleas with Plans, Moses knew his limits and was humble but Pharaoh would not take to heart the greatness of God. His stubbornness resulted in Egypt being cursed with plagues.

Even though Moses lacked confidence, there were aspects of his personality that God could use for a tremendous purpose. He humbly listened to God’s instructions and carried them out.

God can use you too and thinks you’re awesome! Just use the strengths He has given you, listen to His direction, be happy with who you are, and He will do the amazing part through you. Take encouragement from today’s video: Word of God Speak – MercyMe.

He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm. – Proverbs 12:20

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He Answers Man’s Despairing Pleas with Plans

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Mark Shields

Moses didn’t have the confidence to tell Pharaoh what God had told him to do; to tell Pharaoh King of Egypt about bringing the Israelites out of Egypt. In Exodus 7, God answers his despairing plea with a plan. Moses would simply say what God commands and his brother Aaron would tell Pharaoh to let the Israelites go (v. 2).

Because Pharaoh refused to let the people go even after seeing the power God had given Aaron when he changed a staff into a snake, He put the king of Egypt and his nation through a series of plagues. The first is the plague of blood. God told Moses to confront the Pharaoh again about not letting the people go to the wilderness to worship. This time, Moses was given the power by God to strike the water of the Nile with the staff and the river water changed into blood (v. 17).

Pharaoh rejected the power of God so he was not obedient. Our obedience or disobedience is contingent on our view of God. Our humility adds to our wisdom as we experience life. Much like those in previous generations who lived through the great depression of the 1930’s and had experienced the effects so that they were more disciplined in how they used their hard earned money.

This day with God, be thankful for the lessons in the Word that help us in life because in life, things can blow up in our face and we wouldn’t have a clue what to do without the documented Word. The Word is the basis for our laws today; keeping a society functioning the way it should. The Word prepares us for a sometimes confusing world and it helps us to be battle tested for the challenges of each day.

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Irritations can Become Pearls

Posted on April 13, 2016 by Mark Shields

Some days are just frustrating and it takes some adjustment and soothing but like a piece of sand irritating a clam, our irritations might become our pearls.

This day with God, be an overcomer even when things happen that should not or when those you thought you could trust do something that makes you not trust them anymore. Be able to forgive, step ahead, and be grateful for what you do have. Here’s a video to spur us on with this thought: Overcomer – Mandisa.

To him who overcomes, I will give the right to sit with me on my throne, just as I overcame and sat down with my Father on His throne. – Revelation 3:21

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Finding Solutions

Posted on April 12, 2016 by Mark Shields

After reading Exodus 6, we can see that God is actively involved in history and has a plan. He tells Moses to deliver a message to the Israelites who were being held as slaves by the king of Egypt. God told Moses to explain to them that they would be freed from slavery and be brought to the Promised Land.

The Israelites did not listen to Moses because they were so discouraged and because of the harsh labor Pharaoh had demanded from them. Since even the Israelites would not listen to Moses, he felt in a hopeless situation.

When confronted with a hopeless situation, our tendency is to quit but the best action is to look for a solution. This day with You Lord, we may face situations that seem hopeless. We ask that our attitude be one that looks to You for solutions. We ask that we tune into Your Word, interpret the message, and apply the lessons learned as solutions to life’s difficulties. In Jesus name. Amen!

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