Author Archives: Mark Shields

Digging Out of the Hole

Posted on December 28, 2022 by Mark Shields

“Bing.” Microsoft. N.p., n.d. Web. Images >. In the previous passage, we noted the bad decisions of David. One thing led to another and then to cover for his sin, David committed more sin. Bad decisions of the past can put … Continue reading →

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Renewed in the Spirit of Your Mind

Posted on December 27, 2022 by Mark Shields

Put off, concerning your former conduct, the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and be renewed in the spirit of your mind. –  Ephesians 4:22-23 Learned in the passage about David and Bathsheba and written about … Continue reading →

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Keeping the Mind on the Tasks at Hand

Posted on December 26, 2022 by Mark Shields

Building a tall sky scrapper takes time but like in life, little things become big things and lead to the amazing with Gods help. Day by day, take a look at your daily routine. Are there little things you could … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 12-23-2022

Posted on December 23, 2022 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by a sermon a long time ago. The main thought I received from the sermon is “Why put off a gift that you can use for a lifetime and … Continue reading →

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Settle the Score

Posted on December 22, 2022 by Mark Shields

For if you forgive men when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins. –  Matthew 6:14-15 A strategy to settle the … Continue reading →

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