Author Archives: Mark Shields

The Week Ahead

Posted on April 22, 2018 by Mark Shields

Below are some questions for reflection. Proverbs 22:17 through 23 * What are the attitudes and actions that the wise apply? How does this wisdom affect others? What are some ideas for putting God’s instruction into practice? Proverbs 24 * … Continue reading →

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Empowerment

Posted on April 21, 2018 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Life lessons are learned From the complex Like business, science, And other subjects Gaining knowledge; Being competent; Learning new things; Becoming confident. Learning from others And their great strengths In order to complement At excellent…

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Focus

Posted on April 20, 2018 by Mark Shields

Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, 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, fixing our … Continue reading →

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Attention on the Principles Taught

Posted on April 19, 2018 by Mark Shields

The main theme of Proverbs 22:1-16 is putting God first. The one thing we all have in common is that God is maker of us all. If we put our attention on the principles taught in the Bible, we will … Continue reading →

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Sharpen Your Tools

Posted on April 18, 2018 by Mark Shields

The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in Him, and I am helped; therefore my heart greatly rejoices, and with my song I will praise Him. – Psalm 28:7  The Lord is your strength and shield. … Continue reading →

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