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Inspired to Live Each Day to the Fullest

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Mark Shields

David writes about the greatness and graciousness of God in Psalm 145. This inspires David to the point that he praises God in this Psalm and it should inspire us to do the same. We face difficult days but we can overcome by turning our sites on the greatness of God.

We can live each day to the fullest because of the graciousness of God. We have only one chance to live this day so let’s not let it get off track. Let’s take advantage of what God has already done and be excited about the future.

Let’s help others be the best person they can and allow for the abilities the Lord has given them to shine brightly so others can see the light. Here’s a video that captures this thought: Passion – My Beloved (David Crowder Band).

Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. – 1 Corinthians 9:24

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God is Great and Gracious

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Mark Shields

David has a good relationship with God as explained in Psalm 145 giving praise with confidence that he will be with God for eternity (v. 2). David writes that God is worthy of praise because of His characteristics like compassion, love, good works, trustworthiness, and righteousness. David says people respond to God’s characteristics with praise in various ways; by telling others, by praying, and celebrating in song.

David points out that God’s people, His promises, His Creation will praise Him. This Psalm of praise should make a difference in the way we look at others. We should see them as being loved by God and want the best for them. We should help others be the best person they can and allow for their abilities to shine brightly so others can see the light.

God is the sustainer of the universe as He looks on and provides the needs of every living thing; taking a special interest in those who call on Him in truth, those who fear Him, and those who love Him. David’s response is to praise the Lord forever and ever (v21) and we should do the same.

This day with God will be amazing;
So let us show our enthusiasm;
He inspires us to live out loud;
So come along and join the crowd.

Let us pray and listen for instruction;
So we can get things done without obstruction;
Giving God our best is a big plus;
Opportunities are waiting in front of us.

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Blessings Throughout Each Hour

Posted on April 7, 2014 by Mark Shields

Psalm 143 is a prayer of David; knowing that he is not perfect, he turns to God. David was on the run, hiding in a cave away from enemies. David’s desire and our own desire should be that our thoughts are dominated by the uplifting Spirit of God and not controlled by stress and worry. We should be driven by the things of God; ask for help and think of the possibilities.

In Psalm 144, David uses symbols of a rock, fortress, and shield to describe God. He explains that we should rely on God who has power to provide deliverance from deceitful enemies. Prayer is our greatest power. We can receive blessings throughout each hour as we pray. We can make hope become reality through our prayers. We can paint a colorful and detailed picture with God; let Him deliver his blessings from our visions of hope.

Inspired by reading and studying Psalm 143-144, I wrote a poem and have now included a piano piece into the three minute video below: Blessings Throughout Each Hour.

Tomorrow, I will continue the study into Psalm 145. May God bless you throughout each hour!

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Hope Becomes Reality Through Prayers

Posted on April 4, 2014 by Mark Shields

This day with God will be amazing because prayer is our greatest power since we are speaking and listening to the ONE who already has the answer. As you go throughout this day, paint a colorful and detailed picture with God; thinking of how you may play your part and letting God deliver His blessings from these visions of hope. To get those creative juices flowing, here’s a piano piece called All of Me (Jon Schmidt) – ThePianoGuys.

Where there is no vision, the people perish; but he that keepeth the law, happy is he. – Proverbs 29:18

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My Rock, Fortress, and Shield

Posted on April 3, 2014 by Mark Shields

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David uses the symbols of a rock, fortress, and shield to describe God in Psalm 144 as He remembers past victories over enemies that have been subdued by the Lord. He describes God as strong, solid, and immovable yet someone who is interested in us; loving, and intimate who thinks about us and cares for us.

David reminds us that life is short like a breath or shadow of one day therefore we should use our time wisely by doing things that have purpose and are meaningful. We should rely on God who has power to provide deliverance from enemies who are deceitful.

David sings to God with joy because of the victories given now and into the future. He looks for a future generation that is ready to handle the challenges so blessings of peace and prosperity will sweep the land.

This day, we pray for the future by hoping in You Lord who can prosper an economy, provide security, and help us live in a just society. We also lift up today a special prayer for the soldiers and families at Fort Hood who were affected by yesterday’s shooting.