Monthly Archives: August 2023

Poetry Friday 08-25-2023

Posted on August 25, 2023 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post “Accomplish the Victory” which emphasizes praying on a regular basis about your aspirations, so they are in alignment with God’s will. Once they are aligned, tasks … Continue reading →

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Surrender All To Fulfill Your Call

Posted on August 24, 2023 by Mark Shields

In the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector, Jesus points out the humility of the tax collector and said “I tell you that this man, rather than the other, went home justified before God. For all those who … Continue reading →

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The Butterfly Effect

Posted on August 23, 2023 by Mark Shields

The butterfly effect is the idea that minor distresses can have big effects in the future. Think about a butterfly that started as a caterpillar, spins itself a silky cocoon, and transforms into a butterfly. Also, think about how every … Continue reading →

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He Gives Us The Victory

Posted on August 22, 2023 by Mark Shields

But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. – 1 Corinthians 15:57 Reading 1 Kings 20 and touched upon in “Advantages Toward Victory” are the plusses God gives us to help gain the … Continue reading →

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Advantages Toward Victory

Posted on August 21, 2023 by Mark Shields

By accepting Jesus, there is grace, the Holy Spirit, and the power to be victorious.  These are advantages God gives to His people. Today, we are reading 1 Kings 20, and will be given an example of God giving the … Continue reading →

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