Author Archives: Mark Shields

The Faithful are Thankful

Posted on November 28, 2024 by Mark Shields

The things from You God,reward our living.We give You today,praise and thanksgiving.For the sunrise,and the Fall foliage.To read, pray,and grow in knowledge.Thankful because somedayswe missed the markand get a new daywith a brand-new start.With amazing grace,we get out of the … Continue reading →

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Flourish in Faith

Posted on November 27, 2024 by Mark Shields

Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and praise His name. – Psalm 100:4 God is with us as we experience His power todayTo be victorious.Hoping for allTo receive the sameAs eternal rewardsAre … Continue reading →

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Healing Rain for the Seeds to Grow

Posted on November 26, 2024 by Mark Shields

He will also send you rain for the seed you sow in the ground, and the food that comes from the land will be rich and plentiful. In that day your cattle will graze in broad meadows. – Isaiah 30:23 … Continue reading →

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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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