Author Archives: Mark Shields

Just Finished the Book Seven Days in Utopia

Posted on February 3, 2013 by Mark Shields

I just finished a great book titled “Seven Days In Utopia: Golf’s Sacred Journey” by David L. Cook. I had the opportunity to attend a seminar he gave at my church about eight years ago. In fact, David is from … Continue reading →

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Every Person is Important

Posted on February 2, 2013 by Mark Shields

Recorded in 1 Chronicles 7-9 are a list of names remembered for eternity in the most published book of all time. Every person is important to God and He sent his son to die for all. The question for each … Continue reading →

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Giving God Our Best

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Mark Shields

Most of the people during the time of 1 Chronicles 7-9 worked in agriculture but some were also soldiers, guards, and some worked for the house of the Lord like the Levites. Our God is a God of order and … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection – 1 Chronicles 7-11

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Mark Shields

So far in 1 Chronicles 1-6, some valuable lessons have been learned. In reading the genealogical records, the thought come to mind that everyone’s life matters. Your life matters to your parents and if you have children, your life matters … Continue reading →

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Testing and Approving His Will

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Mark Shields

Reading and sharing yesterday about 1 Chronicles 5-6, I noted that the Levites purpose was to care for the house of God (1 Chronicles 6:48-49). What definite purpose has God given you? What roles do you assume to fulfill that … Continue reading →