Author Archives: Mark Shields

Have Life to the Full

Posted on December 19, 2023 by Mark Shields

Jesus says in John 10:10, “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” From “Following The Good Shepherd”, noted is that Jesus is the … Continue reading →

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Following the Good Shepherd

Posted on December 18, 2023 by Mark Shields

Reading today in John 10:1-21, Jesus used a figure of speech to help the Pharisees understand who He is, but many continued to be confused (v. 6). He told them that the sheep know the true shepherd because they recognize … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 12-15-2023

Posted on December 15, 2023 by Mark Shields

The Christmas Spirit increases in pace at this time of the year inspiring this poem at my other blog Step Ahead.   Photo Source – “Bing.” Microsoft. N.p., n.d. Web. Images >.

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Believe and Worship

Posted on December 14, 2023 by Mark Shields

For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed – a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: “The righteous will live by faith.”- Romans 1:17 This day with God, read the … Continue reading →

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Live by Faith

Posted on December 13, 2023 by Mark Shields

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God (John 1:1). Jesus is the living Word of God so every time we read the Word, God is with us to illuminate all … Continue reading →

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