Author Archives: Mark Shields

If good people barely make it, what’s in store for the bad?

Posted on December 26, 2020 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on M. Wiley Wilson:
Why it matters to Jesus: Jesus is straight with us. The way is not easy. He says it over and over. Unfortunately, many in the church want us believe otherwise. Solomon knew otherwise as well.…

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Ordinary Wise Men

Posted on December 25, 2020 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Ordinary Wise Men Looking up high Noticing a star Up in the sky.   Experts in ancient text And astronomy Carrying out their job Methodically.   Experts are good But take into account That God’s…

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Grasp the Future by Knowing History

Posted on December 24, 2020 by Mark Shields

See, the former things have taken place, and new things I declare; before they spring into being I announce them to you. – Isaiah 42:9 Some of the main points brought out in the post “Pain to Gain” is to … Continue reading →

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Pain to Gain

Posted on December 23, 2020 by Mark Shields

Anything faced in life … be it meeting deadlines or making it through school to graduation requires the ability to remain optimistic. Remain inspired by faith, history and mystery for what once caused misery or pain can be turned around … Continue reading →

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Confidence in Providence

Posted on December 22, 2020 by Mark Shields

Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he. – Proverbs 29:18 The post “Anchored to His Commandments” had some thoughts about Moses giving the people confidence in providence. He gave them … Continue reading →

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