Author Archives: Mark Shields

Poetry Friday 08-04-2023

Posted on August 4, 2023 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by “Equipped with the Light” which offered some thoughts in how to apply our faith even if faced with difficulties. It is in dark times that light is the … Continue reading →

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Environment for Success

Posted on August 3, 2023 by Mark Shields

In my integrity you uphold me and set me in your presence forever. – Psalms 41:12 The people of Israel went through some difficult times as brought out in “Leaders with Integrity Needed”. The common denominator of the kings of … Continue reading →

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Leaders with Integrity Needed

Posted on August 2, 2023 by Mark Shields

This picture was taken by my daughter when she went on a school trip to Washington D.C. in 2012. Just looking at this picture brings some thoughts in mind. One thought is that many national governments around the world are … Continue reading →

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Doing What is Right

Posted on August 1, 2023 by Mark Shields

Asa did what was right in the eyes of the Lord, as his father David had done. – 1 Kings 15:11 We studied in 1 Kings 15:9-24 about a king that did what was right in the eyes of God … Continue reading →

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Wisdom of the Word

Posted on July 31, 2023 by Mark Shields

The decisions made now have a big impact on the future. That’s why it’s so important that we are led by people that put God first so we are guided by the wisdom of the Word and towards the right … Continue reading →

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