Category Archives: Bible Study

Beside Me to the Finish

Posted on August 21, 2020 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
The picture below is Derek Redmond who tore his hamstring while running the 400m in the ’92 Olympics. That’s Redmond’s father in the picture who came down from the stands to help him cross the…

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The Flowing Stream of Grace

Posted on August 19, 2020 by Mark Shields

Individuals and churches may differ in convictions or practice but there is one common thread that binds us; the power of Christ in what we believe and how we live. This day, let us take in this flowing stream of … Continue reading →

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Sorting Out Priorities and Planning

Posted on August 17, 2020 by Mark Shields

This day with God will be amazing because peace comes through realigning priorities; through having good thoughts, through working together as one in Christ, and through connecting all the dots along the path. Reading today in Mark 1:21-39, we continue … Continue reading →

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The Decision to Follow

Posted on August 13, 2020 by Mark Shields

This day with God, let us focus on the Word found in Mark 1:14-20 as Jesus announces the Good News and appoints His first disciples. Jesus began preaching after John the Baptist was put in prison. The heart of His … Continue reading →

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Patience During Difficulty

Posted on August 11, 2020 by Mark Shields

The book of Mark is a written document of what Peter had been preaching. Reading in Mark 1:1-13, John the Baptist is the messenger preparing the way for the Lord. He appeared in the wilderness preaching of repentance for the … Continue reading →

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