Author Archives: Mark Shields

Affirming Love From Above

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 →

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Learn and Affirm

This day with God, we seek out lessons to learn and that affirm us as His child. Then we seek others that need encouragement. Every achievement in human history at one time had backing from others. It may have been … Continue reading →

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Light in Darkness

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http://img.heartlight.org/cards/g/psalm27_1.jpg https://youtu.be/gfYahCRfaI4 Poem by Mark Shields – © 02-24-2022 Inspired by “Light in Darkness” Thought – discover the strength of God’s assistance and let it influence your own life so that you become the best…

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Reach for the Son

Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. –  Ephesians 4:32 Written in “Glean Food for the Soul” are some thoughts on the kindness of Boaz towards Ruth. This example of … Continue reading →

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Glean Food for the Soul

The harvest is ready and today we glean food for the soul.  As you read Ruth 2, keep in mind about ways to be helpful to each other as neighbors helping neighbors. Striving to be accountable, thoughtful, and helpful to … Continue reading →

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