Author Archives: Mark Shields

Committed

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Many seem to break Their obligations Towards sharing The gospel foundations. Maybe lack of time or Problems unfurled And other issues Within the busy world. So set some time aside For obedience To commitments And…

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The Value of Deliverance

In a loud voice they sang: Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise. – Revelation 5:12 As noted in the post “Excited Child of God”, … Continue reading

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Excited Child of God

This day will be amazing because of the joy of the past; excitement for what’s to come, and the thankfulness for God accepting us as His child. Thinking back to our previous study, each time the Philistines moved the arc … Continue reading

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Steered Along the Path that He has Cleared

Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. – 2 Peter 3:18 The post “Decisions” has some thoughts about how to resolve uncertainties. The Lord gives wisdom and understanding from the experiences we go through. … Continue reading

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Decisions

Reading today in 1 Samuel 6:1-18, we are given a lesson on getting advice and decision making. Each time the Philistines moved the arc of the Lord, the city it was placed in was devastated as the people were afflicted … Continue reading

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