Author Archives: Mark Shields

Best Part of Your Day

Posted on May 2, 2021 by Mark Shields

Give God the best part of your day by reading His word and spending time in prayer. Our top priority is to accept Christ, walk in His way, and worship in song with songs like Seek You.

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Persistent and Optimistic

Posted on May 1, 2021 by Mark Shields

If you focus on God’s promises, you have hope that inspires you to be persistent even when it is hard to be optimistic because your attention is on the reward rather than the difficulty so you endure. Your mind is … Continue reading →

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Detailed Instructions

Posted on April 30, 2021 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Like attention was given To the Tent of Meeting, Attend to what is important With reason for proceeding. With tremendous detail And great teamwork With each person Remaining alert. Focused on how to Use His…

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Giving God Our Best

Posted on April 29, 2021 by Mark Shields

But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. – Matthew 6:33 The post “Top Priority” highlighted the woman who poured expensive perfume on the head of Jesus. The … Continue reading →

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Top Priority

Posted on April 28, 2021 by Mark Shields

Leading up to today’s passage in Mark 14:1-9, the priests and scribes continued their scheme to arrest Jesus but they didn’t see the present as a good time since it was Passover. Millions of people who liked Jesus were gathering … Continue reading →

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