Author Archives: Mark Shields

Useful Faith

Posted on October 20, 2021 by Mark Shields

Reading today in 1 Samuel 4, the Word of God will be absorbed into our heart and set our mind ready so that goodness naturally flows outward much like water overflows from a waterfall. Our faith will be applied in … Continue reading →

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Applying the Word

Posted on October 19, 2021 by Mark Shields

The Word of God is living and active. – Hebrews 4:12 Shared in the post “Grow to Know” was how Samuel listened to the Lord. In the same way, we can listen to the Lord by reading and reflecting on … Continue reading →

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Grow to Know

Posted on October 18, 2021 by Mark Shields

Photo Source – Bing Images This day with God, we will grow to know Him by learning from the past, being attentive to the present, and prepared for the future as we reflect on His Word. Reading in 1 Samuel … Continue reading →

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Special Days

Posted on October 15, 2021 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Before Christ, offerings Involved preparation But now, there is No hesitation. By accepting Christ, There is rest And each day is special So offer God your best. Enthusiastically Live with devotion, Spur each other on,…

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Trust in the Name of the Lord

Posted on October 14, 2021 by Mark Shields

Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God – Psalm 20:7 An observation made in the post “Regard for the Lord” is that if things are wrong in our … Continue reading →

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