Author Archives: Mark Shields

Spiritual Journey through the Book of Ruth

Posted on March 7, 2022 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, I’ve been looking at ways to apply the word found in the book of Ruth and sharing some thoughts that not only can benefit you now but also help the next generation too! The greatest … Continue reading →

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Seed to Succeed

Posted on March 4, 2022 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Like a mustard seed, God’s kingdom starts small Then continues to grow To be largest of all. It may seem small at first But grows on many an acre Big enough to become The difference…

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Freer with the Redeemer

Posted on March 3, 2022 by Mark Shields

For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you through his poverty might become rich. – 2 Corinthians 8:9 From “Blessed Day Following the … Continue reading →

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Blessed Day Following the Way

Posted on March 2, 2022 by Mark Shields

This day with God, we follow the Way and believe. We are thankful for His provision; grateful for all we receive. Today, we are reading Ruth 4 and planning this day knowing that extraordinary things will happen because of our … Continue reading →

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Affirming Love From Above

Posted on March 1, 2022 by Mark Shields

Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing. – 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Brought out in “Learn and Affirm” is that the most important task in our life is to make sure we … Continue reading →