Monthly Archives: August 2022

Accept the Help

Posted on August 24, 2022 by Mark Shields

Photo Source – “Bing.” Microsoft. N.p., n.d. Web. Images >. A man fell in the ocean and couldn’t swim. When a boat came by, the captain yelled, “Do you need help, sir?” The preacher calmly said “No, God will save me.” … Continue reading →

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No Failing but Only Prevailing

Posted on August 23, 2022 by Mark Shields

But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. – 1 Corinthians 15:57 Within “Score Some Touchdowns”, the idea is that God is the one that initiates our actions. Elihu speaks of dreams and … Continue reading →

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Score Some Touchdowns

Posted on August 22, 2022 by Mark Shields

A good game plan is so important to winning in sports. A team will set out to execute the game plan in practice. Similarly in life, a purpose and plan is important. No one wins all the time because some … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 08-19-2022

Posted on August 19, 2022 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post “Faith Nutrients”.  The lesson for us is that looking good on the outside is not as important as producing spiritual fruit with faith nutrients that grow … Continue reading →

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Don’t Hold Back

Posted on August 18, 2022 by Mark Shields

His word was in my heart like a burning fire shut up in my bones; I was weary of holding it back, and I could not. – Jeremiah 20:9 We continue on the journey through the book of Job and … Continue reading →

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