Author Archives: Mark Shields

Together is Better

Posted on August 4, 2013 by Mark Shields

Many activities can’t be done alone. You ever tried to water ski alone? How about move furniture? How about playing tennis? The activity of building up our spiritual life also requires other people around us to inspire, energize, and learn … Continue reading →

Posted in Ecclesiastes | Tagged Body of Christ, Christ, Christianity, Ecclesiastes, Evangelism, God, Goose, Nature | 4 Comments

Win-Win Situation

Posted on August 3, 2013 by Mark Shields

Within Ecclesiastes 4 are thoughts of oppression and violence; the abuse of power and authority that persisted throughout societies during the time of its writing. It was believed that there was nothing that could be done to create peaceful societies … Continue reading →

Posted in Ecclesiastes | Tagged apathetic attitude, Christ, Christianity, Christianity for Seekers, current times, day jobs, Ecclesiastes, Employment, Evangelism, faith hope, God, peaceful societies, Religion and Spirituality, Win-win game | 3 Comments

Simple Truths from God

Posted on August 2, 2013 by Mark Shields

The simplest things give the most happiness if we let God be in charge and praise Him. A farmer works hard to plant his crop and he worries about the lack of rain or too much rain or insects. But … Continue reading →

Posted in Ecclesiastes | Tagged bountiful harvest, climate, David Crowder Band, eternal rewards, God, Home and Garden, Jesus, Nature, Plant, Seed, Shopping, simplest things, Sowing | 2 Comments

Thankful in all Circumstances

Posted on August 1, 2013 by Mark Shields

In reflecting on the questions of Ecclesiastes 3, there is a danger in viewing life simply from the perspective of time because our life on earth is so short compared to eternity. We should be thankful in all circumstances and … Continue reading →

Posted in Ecclesiastes | Tagged Christianity, Churches of God, Ecclesiastes, ecclesiastes 3, God, Jesus, Nature, relationship with god, Religion and Spirituality, simplest things, small victory, Solomon | 9 Comments

Focused on God’s Presence

Posted on July 31, 2013 by Mark Shields

Our annual County Fair is held for about ten days the first part of October. The only time we have available to attend the fair is on a Saturday. During this time of the year, there’s always a big college … Continue reading →