Author Archives: Mark Shields

Desire to Store Up Encouragement

Posted on May 8, 2023 by Mark Shields

This photo reminds me how the water collects from rain or from melting snow from the surrounding mountains to create this amazing lake named Lake Tahoe. This day with God, we will store up encouragement from God’s Word to be … Continue reading →

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Great Transformation Over Time

Posted on May 7, 2023 by Mark Shields

The picture above was taken during a winter storm in 2021. The picture below was taken during the summer of that same year. In a short time, great transformation can occur. With God by your side, you can set out … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 05-05-2023

Posted on May 5, 2023 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post Focused on the Purpose of the Journey. Which emphasizes praying each day for the understanding of God’s purpose in your life. To Ask for patience and … Continue reading →

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Pulled Up From The Deep Waters

Posted on May 4, 2023 by Mark Shields

Rescue me from the mire, do not let me sink; deliver me from those who hate me, from the deep waters. – Psalm 69:14 Mentioned in “Wrongs Made Right” is that life can be disappointing with things that you have … Continue reading →

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Wrongs Made Right

Posted on May 3, 2023 by Mark Shields

A burglar broke into a house and while he was sneaking around he heard a voice say, “Jesus is watching you.” He looked around and saw nothing. He kept on creeping and again heard, “Jesus is watching you.” In a … Continue reading →

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