Author Archives: Mark Shields

Grace Wins Every Time

Posted on November 11, 2016 by Mark Shields

For He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son He loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. – Colossians 1:13-14 Many people, organizations, and nations have great … Continue reading →

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Step Ahead with Confidence

Posted on November 10, 2016 by Mark Shields

Reading in Hosea 10, Israel became prosperous under King Jeroboam but their reaction to this prosperity was to spend money on altars for idol worship. They also reacted to other life conditions in a negative way rather than step ahead … Continue reading →

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Healing

Posted on November 9, 2016 by Mark Shields

He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. – Psalm 147:3 As shared in the post “Need for Great Physician”, sin created a serious condition for Israel. The quality of life would be in terrible shape with unclean food, … Continue reading →

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Need For Great Physician

Posted on November 8, 2016 by Mark Shields

A society that rejects God, faces serious issues where the quality of life goes in a negative direction. In today’s passage, we are told of the crops failing and that Israel would be taken captive by neighboring nations. God wanted … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Hosea 9-14

Posted on November 7, 2016 by Mark Shields

I’ve posted over the last few weeks about my journey through the book of Hosea 1-8. I’ve shared that there is unlimited potential with God and the lesson for us is to reach out and grab the upper hand by … Continue reading →

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