Author Archives: Mark Shields

Accomplish What God Desires

Posted on May 20, 2025 by Mark Shields

As the rain and the snow come down from heaven, and do not return to it without watering the earth and making it bud and flourish, so that it yields seed for the sower and bread for the eater, so … Continue reading →

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Seeking God with Eagerness

Posted on May 19, 2025 by Mark Shields

Thinking about the past of Israel, God had brought His people out of Egypt after being in bondage. Then Assyria oppressed them. At the time of today’s passage, the people were still captive in Babylon, but the way to freedom … Continue reading →

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Declarations of Faith for 5-18-2025

Posted on May 18, 2025 by Mark Shields

Here are this week’s declarations of faith.  Say them aloud, write them down, or simply reflect on them throughout this week. May they uplift and empower you for a great week ahead! I am sustained by the bread of life, … Continue reading →

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The Book of John in Poetry – John 1 Through 2

Posted on May 16, 2025 by Mark Shields

Inspired by the wisdom in the book of John 1-2, we are called to walk in the Light—the Light that leads to true freedom and reveals the path of grace. In a world that longs for hope, we are entrusted … Continue reading →

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Nothing to Fear

Posted on May 15, 2025 by Mark Shields

In righteousness you will be established: Tyranny will be far from you; you will have nothing to fear. – Isaiah 54:14 As brought out in “Faith Removes Fear”, when we need courage in our daily life, let us have faith … Continue reading →

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