Author Archives: Mark Shields

A Future Shaped By Your Hope

Posted on May 11, 2023 by Mark Shields

Tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope. Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us. –  Romans 5:3-5 A takeaway … Continue reading →

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Hope Has a Name

Posted on May 10, 2023 by Mark Shields

Even in hard times, we can have joy because of hope. If life has many broken parts, the light of a new day will rise over the horizon to warm our hearts. As we read Psalm 71 today, keep in … Continue reading →

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Delight in the Lord

Posted on May 9, 2023 by Mark Shields

Take delight in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart. – Psalm 37:4 A take away from “Desire to Store Up Encouragement” is that challenges and decisions that require urgent resolutions are more easily handled … Continue reading →

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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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