Category Archives: Applied Faith

Poem to Help Apply Faith

Posted on November 24, 2013 by Mark Shields

I’ve been studying in 2 Chronicles 31-33 this past week; there are some good kings and some bad kings. Even the best of leaders can fall into the traps of pride and materialism but there are steps one can take. … Continue reading →

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Steps to Take

Posted on March 3, 2013 by Mark Shields

In my study of applying our faith, I wrote the poem below. Steps to Take Start each day out right Each morning see the light Tell God your need He will help to proceed Pray with confidence And expect assistance … Continue reading →

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Commitment to Prayer

Posted on February 23, 2013 by Mark Shields

Prayer is very important in our daily life as God helps us build strong families, communities, and nations. Like a seed planted in fertile soil, prayer mixed with faith gives growth to all good plans or ideas. Here’s a link to read … Continue reading →

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Step Ahead Into the Future

Posted on February 10, 2013 by Mark Shields

What will it be like in the future? What new inventions might occur? I saw a video recently with Walter Cronkite made in 1967 talking about the home office of the future. At the time the video was made, it … Continue reading →

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Getting a Jump on What is Thrown Your Way

Posted on January 19, 2013 by Mark Shields

The purpose of this blog is to keep me accountable to daily Bible study and sharing with others about faith. What I have found is that starting the day out with God helps to get my day started right as … Continue reading →