Author Archives: Mark Shields

Truth Keeps You at the High Point

Posted on June 27, 2023 by Mark Shields

It has given me great joy to find some of your children walking in the truth, just as the Father commanded us. – 2 John 4 From “Walk Faithfully with Integrity”, noted is a progression in Solomon’s worship of God. … Continue reading →

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Walk Faithfully with Integrity

Posted on June 26, 2023 by Mark Shields

As we continue along the path today, we are reading in 1 Kings 9. We have the source of power to push us forward, the Holy Spirit to guide, and grace if we get out of alignment. These spiritual resources … Continue reading →

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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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