Author Archives: Mark Shields

Redemptive Work Finished

Posted on March 25, 2024 by Mark Shields

If we focus on God’s promises, we have hope that inspires us to be persistent even when it is hard to be optimistic because our attention is on the reward rather than the difficulty so we endure. Our mind is … Continue reading →

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Thought From Devotional 03-22-2024

Posted on March 22, 2024 by Mark Shields

A thought from John 1:1-18 is that we live in a sometimes dark world, but if the Word of God is opened, we can see the Light and can be set free. We can study, pray, and apply our faith … Continue reading →

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Power Available

Posted on March 21, 2024 by Mark Shields

Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. – Ephesians 6:10-11 From “Power for this Day” noted is that … Continue reading →

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Power for this Day

Posted on March 20, 2024 by Mark Shields

What are the strongest days of the week? Saturday and Sundays. The rest are weak-days. [1] Today may be a weekday but with God there is power to handle any blow from our foe because of the strength received from … Continue reading →

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Reaching Forward to Those Things Which are Ahead

Posted on March 19, 2024 by Mark Shields

Forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 3:13-14 The Waco Suspension Bridge was … Continue reading →