Author Archives: Mark Shields

Patience During Difficulty

Posted on December 10, 2021 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Facing the enemy Who provides only strife And sets me back With hardships in life. I never give up Or become complacent But just inspired And always patient. I keep on praying And keep being…

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Called According to His Purpose

Posted on December 9, 2021 by Mark Shields

All things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. – Romans 8:28 The post “Prepared to Fulfill Our Purpose” was about David being chosen by God to fulfill … Continue reading →

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Prepared to Fulfill Our Purpose

Posted on December 8, 2021 by Mark Shields

This day with God, we will be led by His word and this will allow us to think about ways to apply our faith so we will be prepared to fulfill our purpose. Things will seem to fall in place … Continue reading →

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Set Your Mind on Things Above

Posted on December 7, 2021 by Mark Shields

Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. – Colossians 3:2 God rejected Saul as king because he was disobedient in not completely following His instructions. This was the main point of the … Continue reading →

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Following Instructions

Posted on December 6, 2021 by Mark Shields

This day with God will be amazing because we will be given the instructions needed to build a great day. We are not following the world where disorder expands to fill the void of human failure. We are paying attention … Continue reading →

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