Author Archives: Mark Shields

Desire the Power of the Spirit

Posted on February 6, 2020 by Mark Shields

For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases Him. – Philippians 2:13 In the post “Overcome with Desire and Enthusiasm”, the picture is my dog Marlee. She is ready each day … Continue reading →

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Overcome with Desire and Enthusiasm

Posted on February 5, 2020 by Mark Shields

We were all born with a lethal disease called original sin. Ever since Adam and Eve, humanity has faced this terminal disease and the results are all around us. The consequences are hate, divorce, lying, stealing, murder, etc. but because … Continue reading →

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The Best News Ever

Posted on February 4, 2020 by Mark Shields

For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. – Hebrews 4:12 We live in … Continue reading →

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The Great Physician

Posted on February 3, 2020 by Mark Shields

Our soul is in a constant battle with negative thoughts and attitudes of this world but the Word of God penetrates our soul like a surgical knife to cut out the bad to allow the good to flourish. The human … Continue reading →

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Higher Ground

Posted on January 31, 2020 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
The photo below is of Lake Tahoe and Emerald Bay while on road tour around the lake. Like Lake Tahoe stores up water, we can store up God’s advice for life. ? Like Lake Tahoe…