Author Archives: Mark Shields

The Word Illuminates the Way

Posted on February 20, 2023 by Mark Shields

A thought from a recent devotional is that the Word illuminates the Way like the brilliance of the sun on a cloudless morning showing you the Way day by day so you can step ahead towards a brighter future. Index … Continue reading →

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Spread Your Wings of Faith

Posted on February 19, 2023 by Mark Shields

A thought from a recent devotional is that our relationship with God is our greatest strength. By spreading our wings of faith, we are lifted higher, and the Holy Spirit enables us to reach new heights. Index of devotionals

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Poetry Friday 02-17-2023

Posted on February 17, 2023 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post Step Ahead with Faith and about the unlikely hero named Gideon. Before anything else, Gideon prepared to carry out the plan received from God. Even though … Continue reading →

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The Wise Are Under Control

Posted on February 16, 2023 by Mark Shields

A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man keeps himself under control – Proverbs 29:11 Detailed in “Endure Some Distress and the Lord Will Bless” was that David wanted to take his anger out on Israel … Continue reading →

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Endure Some Distress and the Lord Will Bless

Posted on February 15, 2023 by Mark Shields

We have good days and bad days but each day is a new day and day by day, little things can become big things that lead to the amazing with Gods help. Rather than let anger pull you down, take … Continue reading →

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