Author Archives: Mark Shields

Pearls of Wisdom

Posted on November 25, 2024 by Mark Shields

Some days are just frustrating, and it takes some adjustment and soothing but like a piece of sand irritating an oyster, our irritations might become our pearls. Today, we are reading Isaiah 30:18-33 about the prophecy of a restored Jerusalem. … Continue reading →

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Thought From Devotional 11-22-2024

Posted on November 22, 2024 by Mark Shields

A thought from John 12:37-50 is that receiving approval from others gives a good feeling but is only short term. On the other hand, approval from God brings joy forever! You are approved by God by accepting Jesus in your … Continue reading →

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Look Up to See God

Posted on November 21, 2024 by Mark Shields

Yet the Lord longs to be gracious to you; therefore he will rise up to show you compassionFor the Lord is a God of justice. Blessed are all who wait for him! – Isaiah 30:18 A lesson of “In Awe … Continue reading →

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In Awe of the One Who Has Given All

Posted on November 20, 2024 by Mark Shields

So many in our world today prefer lies rather than the truth. This day with God, ask for the truth which is found in His Word. Read the scriptures and ask that He reveals a lesson to apply in life. … Continue reading →

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The Eyes of the Blind Will See

Posted on November 19, 2024 by Mark Shields

In that day the deaf will hear the words of the scroll, and out of gloom and darkness the eyes of the blind will see. – Isaiah 29:18 A thought from “Acquire Faith” is that we are not born with … Continue reading →

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