Author Archives: Mark Shields

The True Friend that Hears Your Needs

Posted on January 3, 2023 by Mark Shields

My intercessor is my friend as my eyes pour out tears to God; on behalf of a man he pleads with God as a man pleads for his friend – Job 16:20-21 Brought out in “Our True Friend” is that … Continue reading →

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Our True Friend

Posted on January 2, 2023 by Mark Shields

The enemy is constantly plotting to get us off track so we need help along the way to stay on the path. This New Year, we can trust God because He has a plan for us that gets us out … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 12-30-2022

Posted on December 30, 2022 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead to give inspiration for those getting ready for the New Year.

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Call for Help

Posted on December 29, 2022 by Mark Shields

And call on me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor me. – Psalm 50:15 As pointed out in “Digging Out of the Hole”, we live in a broken world that knocks us down … Continue reading →

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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 →