Author Archives: Mark Shields

Thought From Devotional This Day 12-01-2023

After Solomon, his son Rehoboam was crowned king but as explained in 1 Kings 12:1-24, he entangled his people with the yoke of bondage instead of giving his people liberty. Rehoboam lacked basic elements of good leadership. To take advice … Continue reading

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Summit of Freedom

The action that identifies you as a disciple is holding on to the teaching of Jesus. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. – John 8:32 From “Begin To Be Free”, noted was that … Continue reading

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Begin to be Free

Explained in John 8:31-47 is that what identifies a disciple is holding on to the teachings of Jesus and following through until achievement. Jesus says in John 8:34, “Everyone who sins is a slave to sin.” All are slaves to … Continue reading

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Following the Light

But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. – Matthew 6:33 The takeaway from “Light of Life” is to please God by speaking and acting like Jesus. Following … Continue reading

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Light of Life

The journey continues today through John 8:12-30 as Jesus say’s that whoever follows Him will have the light of life (v. 12). Light shines so that the path is clear, and we can start our day stepping ahead as we … Continue reading

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