Monthly Archives: April 2025

Looking Back at Isaiah 45-50 for Encouragement on the Journey Ahead

Posted on April 30, 2025 by Mark Shields

God’s purpose for each of us is intricately woven into the steps we take toward His divine will, and our journey is enriched when we align ourselves with His plan. Those who worship the One True God are lifted by … Continue reading →

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Keep Knowledge

Posted on April 29, 2025 by Mark Shields

My son, pay attention to my wisdom; lend your ear to my understanding, that you may preserve discretion, and your lips may keep knowledge. – Proverbs 5:1-2 Within the post “Paying Attention To His Way”, the challenge put forth is … Continue reading →

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Paying Attention to His Way

Posted on April 28, 2025 by Mark Shields

Much of life is directed by the low standards of this world rather than God’s higher standard. The world wants to mold us into their way with advertisements, and worldly pleasures where achievement is defined by lofty incomes, nice cars, … Continue reading →

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Thought From Devotional 04-25-2025

Posted on April 25, 2025 by Mark Shields

Our most precious, valued possession and our greatest strength is our relationship with the Lord. In reading John 20:19-31, we are given examples of Jesus appearing to His disciples after His death on the Cross. We get a lift in … Continue reading →

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The Lord’s Hand

Posted on April 24, 2025 by Mark Shields

But I said, “I have labored in vain; I have spent my strength for nothing at all. Yet what is due me is in the Lord’s hand, and my reward is with my God.” – Isaiah 49:4 From the post … Continue reading →