Monthly Archives: June 2023

Handle with Care

Posted on June 25, 2023 by Mark Shields

A devotional thought from reading Psalm 64 is that simple truths are powerful. The thought was that both electricity and words need to be channeled for the right purpose.  Words used as lies become weapons for an enemy and electricity … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 06-23-2023

Posted on June 23, 2023 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by “Faith, Hope, and Love Connection” which emphasizes the need to express faith actively by loving God and your neighbor. To see God at work in their life and … Continue reading →

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Heart of Gratitude

Posted on June 22, 2023 by Mark Shields

Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. –  Colossians 3:16 As mentioned … Continue reading →

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Taking Action

Posted on June 21, 2023 by Mark Shields

The flowing stream photo was taken at Garvan Woodland Gardens near Hot Springs Arkansas. As we read today in 1 Kings 8:54-66, may God’s Word flow into our hearts. Then as they form a part of who we are, may … Continue reading →

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He Provides Breakthroughs

Posted on June 20, 2023 by Mark Shields

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. –  Jeremiah 29:11 God provides hope in difficulty. It may begin … Continue reading →

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