Author Archives: Mark Shields

Ticket To Paradise

We all come into this world, face good times, and face some not so good times. We try to fulfill some purpose while here but many times we fail. Fortunately as Hebrews 9:15-28 points out, there’s a way to overcome … Continue reading

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Victorious Life

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Skills that provide A service to all And a desire to Fulfill our call. Blessed with the unseen, The eternal, And supernatural, We can be grateful. Cultivating Strengths with the desire To serve others in…

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Press On and Finish Strong

Let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.  – Hebrews 12:1 The post “Refreshment and Energy” gave some thoughts about the unique … Continue reading

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Refreshment and Energy

How was the sanctuary laid out in the Old Testament times? What is the significance of the curtain dividing the Holy Place from the Holy of Holies? Why is Christ’s blood of unique significance? Life is like a long distance … Continue reading

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Carried to a Place of Peace and Joy

The Lord will guide you always; He will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame. You will be like a well-watered garden, like a spring whose waters never fail. – Isaiah 58:11 We all face … Continue reading

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