Author Archives: Mark Shields

Actions to Take Now for the Good Life

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Mark Shields

There are two manifestations of God’s nature described in Amos 5-6. The first is the nature of judgment and destruction. The second is the nature of justice and providing instructions for the way to a good life. Also within today’s … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Amos 5-9

Posted on September 30, 2016 by Mark Shields

I’ve posted over the last few weeks about the study of Amos 1-4. The poem below titled The ONE to Look To was inspired by this study. The world can be a difficult place But we all can win the race If … Continue reading →

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Smoothing Out the Bumpy Road of the Journey

Posted on September 29, 2016 by Mark Shields

A person’s steps are directed by the Lord. How then can anyone understand their own way? – Proverbs 20:24  The journey of life without God can prove to be one big bumpy road. That’s why we should all have a … Continue reading →

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The Way to Assuring a Great Day

Posted on September 28, 2016 by Mark Shields

Reading in Amos 4, we are told of the impending destruction of cities and homes within Israel as God’s judgment is carried out. The people are being warned before God acts in judgment. He gave the people a chance to … Continue reading →

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Correction and Redirection

Posted on September 27, 2016 by Mark Shields

A person’s steps are directed by the Lord. How then can anyone understand their own way? – Proverbs 20:24  In the post, “Doing the Right Thing”, written about was how Israel was heading down the wrong path and that God’s … Continue reading →

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