Author Archives: Mark Shields

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Originally posted on Step Ahead:
A man swam from Catalina Island In the fog to California’s mainland. Visibility Only fifty feet So making the shore line Was a hard feat. He gave up a half mile From the coastal bank…

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Claim the Victory

Stand fast therefore in the liberty by which Christ has made us free, and do not be entangled again with a yoke of bondage. – Galatians 5:1 Your hope should be in the qualities of God’s righteousness; the greatest being … Continue reading

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From Desolation to Restoration

David was in a desperate situation because of his enemies who lied about him to ruin his reputation. He was constantly on the run from Saul and in Psalms 35 he calls on God for help. That’s when momentum began … Continue reading

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Let Your Light Shine

Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven. – Matthew 5:16 Even under difficult circumstances, David continued to show confidence in God as explained in the post … Continue reading

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Live with Confidence

David had been on the run away from King Saul. He was tired from running and sought asylum with Achish but was thrown in prison. David pretended to be a mad man and Achish released him so David went to … Continue reading

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