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Much More to Give

Posted on December 15, 2015 by Mark Shields

Written about in the post Victory Over Enemies, David experienced God’s greatness and when he did, he gave God praise. Let us also recall the blessings we have received and give Him praise.

If going through difficulty, receive the hope only God can give, and believe He is big enough to provide victory today. He has much more to give.

At the end of the day, be assured by this clear picture of joy. Look up at the sky on a clear night. Realize that He is the one who made all those stars; more stars than we can count and He can bless us with joys more numerous than the stars.

Here is today’s inspirational video to help spur us on to victory: Today is the Day – Lincoln Brewster.

In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. – 1 Thessalonians 5:18

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Victory Over Enemies

Posted on December 14, 2015 by Mark Shields

David won victory over his enemies. In the opening verses of Psalm 9, he says he will give thanks to the Lord with all his heart; he will tell of His wonderful deeds. David also said he will be glad and rejoice in the Lord; singing praises to His name.

God was with David but not his enemies. Their experience was destruction, displacement, and the memory of them would perish. Therefore, the reason we praise God is because He reigns forever. He rules with righteousness and judges with equity. He never forgets the needy and the hope of the afflicted never perishes.

The truth is that God is big enough and has given us all potential for victory. Our enemies in society today may consist of things like the breakup of the family unit, drugs, a culture in decline, or an economy that doesn’t benefit those in need. Our enemies are limited but God is unlimited. The ultimate lift to any day is knowing that the future is bright because of the reward God has for all that believe in His Son. Why not begin each day with this thought?

Each morning, we have a new start and as we get ready for each day, take a look in the mirror and put on your game face. It’s a battle to be a player in communities that need help with leadership to win the victory over the things that go counter to success like the things I mentioned above.

In times of trouble, we can be assured that God will never leave us alone to take on the challenges ahead so let us give thanks. This day with You Lord, we praise You and tell others of Your greatness. Also, we give praise to those who help us in life. We pray today that the seeds of praise we plant will grow and a harvest will come soon. Amen.

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Sermon Thoughts – (12/13/2015)

Posted on December 13, 2015 by Mark Shields

Presented last week at the church I worship at was the message “O Come All Ye Faithful”.

Here is a link to the podcast which is live at 9:30 each Sunday morning or viewable at any time or place thereafter at this link: http://fumcwaco.sermon.net/main/main/20552819.

Over the next few weekends leading up to Christmas, the story will be retold using four famous carols as the backdrop of the greatest story ever told.

Jesus came to make the faithless faithful. As we approach Christmas day, let us worship Jesus for who He is, what He has done, and what He will do.

The best part of our life is in front of us so let us worship Him joyfully. No matter how tough things are now, we can sing the Christmas songs and offer our worship faithfully, triumphantly, and adoringly. Each song we sing gets us to higher place as we step ahead to where we want to be.

This day with God, share a thought from one of the great sermons in your community or from a podcast.

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THE Way

Posted on December 11, 2015 by Mark Shields

We all want things to go our way but if our way is not God’s way then it leads to places we may not want to go.

Living the way Jesus teaches is following the right path; leading to meaningful places and making an impact on lives.

Here is a poem to inspire today as we step ahead with God’s plan, going His way, and bringing Him glory.

Step Ahead

We all want things
To go our way
But if not God’s way
Then is it okay?

Things in this world
Are sometimes built
Like a house of cards
What once flourished begins to wilt.

Deceivers lead themselves
And others down a path
Of troublesome times
And relentless wrath.

But one thing
Can be counted on
In the storms of life;
A clean slate, a new dawn.

With God there is a freedom
So we can live, give, and love.
A freedom that will speak and teach;
Laying out a clear path from above.

A new day where promises
Are built on the Truth.
Promises we can share;
Especially with our youth.

Making an impact on lives;
Providing a clear path to follow;
Living a live with integrity
So our purpose is never hollow.

Following the road laid out;
Knowing who to obey.
Being a good role model
And doing…

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Nothing is Impossible with God

Posted on December 10, 2015 by Mark Shields

Many say that David wrote Psalm 8 soon after he killed Goliath. The post How Majestic is Your Name points this out. I also wrote in this post about my trip to Austin a while back to a concert; about how I could keep up on reading blog posts with the technology of today.

Nothing is impossible with God and as ruler over the work of His hands; we can participate in innovation and create solutions to problems that we once thought impossible.

With new technology of today, we all have the ability to be innovative and creative. This day with God, let us stretch our thinking, dream big, and break old barriers. Enjoy this song by Josh Turner called “Me and God”.