Author Archives: Mark Shields

Reaching New Heights

Posted on October 18, 2013 by Mark Shields

Reading in 2 Chronicles 19 and writing some thoughts yesterday, I noted that Jehoshaphat reformed the system of justice as he appointed judges of integrity. Justice, fairness, consideration, and cooperation shape societies of integrity for a future that reaches new … Continue reading →

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One Reaps What They Sow

Posted on October 17, 2013 by Mark Shields

We get evidence in 2 Chronicles 19 that even though Jehoshaphat had compromised his integrity by making an alliance with an evil king, there was some good found in him. He seemed to be concerned for his people because upon … Continue reading →

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Guidance of the Holy Spirit

Posted on October 16, 2013 by Mark Shields

A weapon we have in our battles each day is prayer. If we obey the guidance of the Holy Spirit, what we thought was impossible can become possible. In reading scripture and posting yesterday, Going Forward with Boldness, one of the … Continue reading →

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Going Forward with Boldness

Posted on October 15, 2013 by Mark Shields

Reading in 2 Chronicles 18:23-34, Micaiah’s chief aim in life was to listen to God and report to others what to do. He had courage to go against the tide. In him we find someone with purpose and a desire … Continue reading →

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Perfect Counselor

Posted on October 14, 2013 by Mark Shields

There is a difference between what we want and what the Lord has planned. That’s why it is so important to go to the perfect Counselor in prayer. We can take this counsel, study, and put what we learn into … Continue reading →

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