Author Archives: Mark Shields

Impacting Lives

Posted on October 16, 2020 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Tricked by deceitfulness Through bad information Overloading my thoughts With much hesitation. My day starts out Disordered or cruddy Until I get with God For a time of study. To empty the past That’s been…

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Embrace Grace

Posted on October 15, 2020 by Mark Shields

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. – Proverbs 3:5-6 Studying and posting thoughts in the post “Reflecting … Continue reading →

Posted in Accurate Thinking, Devotionals | Tagged Accomplishment, Confidence, Devotional, Holy Spirit, Impact, Music, Praise, Reflection, Thoughts, Tradition | 2 Comments

Reflecting On The Way

Posted on October 14, 2020 by Mark Shields

A guy was on his way home from work. His wife called him and told him to be careful because she saw on the news that some lunatic was driving the wrong way on the interstate. He says to his … Continue reading →

Posted in Accurate Thinking, Bible Study | Tagged Accomplishment, Bible Study, Confidence, Holy Spirit, Impact, Photo, Prayer, Reflection, Thoughts, Tradition | 4 Comments

Momentum Toward the Destination

Posted on October 13, 2020 by Mark Shields

Seek the Lord while He may be found, call upon Him while He is near. – Isaiah 55:6 I remember riding my bike as a kid when all of a sudden I stopped going anywhere and looked down to see … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Initiative | Tagged Courage, Destination, Devotional, Discover, Dream, Explore, Faith, Initiative, Momentum, Music, Praise | 1 Comment

Let Him In The Boat

Posted on October 12, 2020 by Mark Shields

The initial lift off of a space ship takes the most energy when launching it into space and it’s the same when we begin any task because the first few steps take up the most energy. This day with God … Continue reading →