Author Archives: Mark Shields

Hitting the Target

Posted on November 2, 2016 by Mark Shields

Israel was falling into moral decline because none of the leaders called the people back to God. Reading in Hosea 7-8, the nation missed the target and is portrayed as a cake not turned over. On one side, they were … Continue reading →

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Making Your Path Straight

Posted on November 1, 2016 by Mark Shields

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. – Proverbs 3:5-6 In the post “Seeking the Best Direction and … Continue reading →

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Seeking the Best Direction and Guidance

Posted on October 31, 2016 by Mark Shields

The charges God brings against Israel as listed in Hosea 5-6 included corruption, arrogance, unfaithfulness, and idol worship. The religious and political leaders were responsible for the spiritual decline as they promoted war instead of peace; worshiped idols rather than … Continue reading →

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Dream and Discover

Posted on October 28, 2016 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Reaching for the stars Certainly can be dicey But new ideas result In better days to be. Dream about the possibilities So opportunities are not missed. To be all you can be, Continue to persist.…

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Got Wisdom?

Posted on October 27, 2016 by Mark Shields

Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom. And in all your getting, get understanding. – Proverbs 4:7 In the post “What’s the Cure”, explained was how the incentives were upside down during Hosea’s time in Israel. Isn’t it amazing … Continue reading →

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