Author Archives: Mark Shields

The Purpose of Your Living

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Mark Shields

What is the purpose of your living? After reading and reflecting on yesterday’s reading of Palms 119:41-88, I believe our main purpose should be to live for God and do what He wants from our life; understanding His way so … Continue reading →

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Finding Purpose

Posted on May 8, 2013 by Mark Shields

What is it that I should do? What is my purpose? How do I best achieve this purpose? In reading Palms 119:41-88, these are some of the questions that God’s Word will answer. The only real way to receive full … Continue reading →

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Embrace the Cross and be Inspired to Follow with a Purpose

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Mark Shields

Yesterday, I wrote about the sermon from Sunday at the church I attend. In reviewing and thinking about the message, the point I took away is that we need to have initiative to be a follower rather than just a … Continue reading →

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Wherever, Whenever, Whatever

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Mark Shields

The fifth message in a series called “Not a Fan” was presented at the church I attend this past weekend. The message is titled “Wherever, Whenever, Whatever”. The sermons can be listened to or watched by clicking on the link … Continue reading →

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The Way of Order and Certainty

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Mark Shields

I wrote in the previous post that the way of the world leads to inconsistency and confusion but the way of God leads to order and certainty. Here’s a video that advances this thought: Stop the World – Matthew West. … Continue reading →