Category Archives: Bible Study

Looking Back at Isaiah 45-50 for Encouragement on the Journey Ahead

Posted on April 30, 2025 by Mark Shields

God’s purpose for each of us is intricately woven into the steps we take toward His divine will, and our journey is enriched when we align ourselves with His plan. Those who worship the One True God are lifted by … Continue reading →

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Paying Attention to His Way

Posted on April 28, 2025 by Mark Shields

Much of life is directed by the low standards of this world rather than God’s higher standard. The world wants to mold us into their way with advertisements, and worldly pleasures where achievement is defined by lofty incomes, nice cars, … Continue reading →

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Thought From Devotional 04-25-2025

Posted on April 25, 2025 by Mark Shields

Our most precious, valued possession and our greatest strength is our relationship with the Lord. In reading John 20:19-31, we are given examples of Jesus appearing to His disciples after His death on the Cross. We get a lift in … Continue reading →

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Journey Home

Posted on April 23, 2025 by Mark Shields

I remember one time leaving work for a long weekend, I saw a vehicle with traveling items strapped on top heading down the highway on their return journey home. Some thoughts entered my mind like where were they from and … Continue reading →

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Spooked by Something New

Posted on April 21, 2025 by Mark Shields

Reading Isaiah 48, God gave the explicit command to leave Babylon with joy (v. 20), but the people did not want to leave and go back to the holy land. They had raised families, built houses, and settled in their … Continue reading →