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Following His Guidance

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Mark Shields

Reading in Luke 2:1-20, Joseph and Mary had to make a journey to register for a census being taken in the days of Caesar Augustus so they made a trip from Nazareth to Bethlehem. This was a trip of approximately 100 miles which would have taken 8-10 days. It was a physically demanding trip especially for Mary who was in her 9^th month of the pregnancy. From a divine perspective, the trip fulfilled what was prophesized in Micah 5:2.

Once in Bethlehem, the time came for the baby to be born. Mary gave birth to her firstborn son and she wrapped him in cloths and placed Him in a manger because there was no guest room available (v. 7).

Shepherds were keeping watch over their flock when an angel told them the news of a Savior being born. The shepherds were at work and took time to look for Jesus. We need to do the same; taking time to listen for God’s direction and following as we go about our daily work. He’s not distant but near and we can remind ourselves of this amazing truth throughout our day.

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Receive the Best and Shine the Light

Posted on September 19, 2014 by Mark Shields

This week in the study of Luke 1:39-80, the thought to apply in our lives is to receive the best from God and believe that what He says will be accomplished. Be humble and realize that God knows the past, present and future. His plan is perfect. John the Baptist came to shine the light and to prepare the way. To give people the knowledge and guidance needed to understand the purpose of the life of Christ.

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I’ll be continuing the study on Monday. Have a wonderful weekend my friends!

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Our Savior is the Reason for Every Good Thing

Posted on September 18, 2014 by Mark Shields

John the Baptist had a definite purpose and that was to prepare the Way for our Savior. To give people the knowledge and guidance needed to understand the reason for the life of Christ. Our Savior is the reason for praise and for every good thing in life; family, friends, and bright future.

Share about God’s goodness in Christ with others; about who He is and who we are; an important name in history – one of His children. Take a look at this video to encourage following God’s will today: Every Good Thing – The Afters.

Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is – His good, pleasing and perfect will. – Romans 12:2

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Shine the Light

Posted on September 17, 2014 by Mark Shields

In Luke 1:57-80, Zechariah said that the purpose of the Messiah would be to redeem God’s people. He said his son would be named John who would shine the light and give God’s people knowledge of salvation through forgiveness of their sins. Those who would accept Jesus as Savior would receive this forgiveness.

Our purpose should be to serve God each day knowing that because of Christ, we are holy and righteousness before Him. To shine the light in a sometimes dark world so there is guidance to a path of peace.

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This day with God, share with others how the Lord’s blessings are upon them. Give them confidence because of the Lord’s acceptance of them and pray for them to lead lives that are doing great things for their families, their community, and the Lord.

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Count on Him to Fulfill Promises

Posted on September 16, 2014 by Mark Shields

We can count on God to fulfill His promises. Like Mary, believe that what the Lord has said will be accomplished and that His plan is perfect. Be humble and realize that God knows the past, present and future.

When we look up at the moon and stars at night; when we see the bright orange sun rise up over a hillside of blue flowers; when we look at a green meadow and the hillside of fall foliage; say good job God.

We live in a big universe and a beautiful place; created by a big God who has big dreams for us. Here is a video to remind us that we can trust Him: He Is With Us – Love & The Outcome.

So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in Him, rooted and built up in Him, strengthened in faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. – Colossians 2:6-7