Author Archives: Mark Shields

Things Fall in Place Because of Grace

Posted on October 15, 2019 by Mark Shields

The law of the Spirit of life in Christ has made me free from the law of sin and death. – Romans 8:2 The last post “Discern the Best Way”, pointed out how disrespecting God can be hazardous as in … Continue reading →

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Discern the Best Way

Posted on October 14, 2019 by Mark Shields

Reading in Leviticus 10, the sons of Aaron, Nadab and Abihu disobeyed the Lord when they burned incense in their fire pan and were burned to death. They had committed an infraction of the ritual and punished by death. We … Continue reading →

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Faith and Integrity

Posted on October 11, 2019 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Meshing a pure heart And a good conscience Douses flaming arrows Of evil existence. The truth of the Law Is our road map To a destination Away from the trap. The grace of God Provides…

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Look Out for the Interests of Your Neighbor

Posted on October 10, 2019 by Mark Shields

Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others. … Continue reading →

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Bring Joy Today by Sharing God’s Way

Posted on October 9, 2019 by Mark Shields

As we read Leviticus 9, there is joy found in the memories of the past. There is also excitement for what is to come and this this day with God, we can be thankful for the path laid out. There … Continue reading →

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