Category Archives: Devotionals

Upward Call

Posted on November 9, 2021 by Mark Shields

Forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.- Philippians 3:13-14 Reflecting on the post “Path to … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Purpose | Tagged Definite Purpose, Devotional, Incentive, Leadership, Liberty, Music, Praise, Prosperity, Worship | 1 Comment

The Value of Deliverance

Posted on November 4, 2021 by Mark Shields

In a loud voice they sang: Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain, to receive power and wealth and wisdom and strength and honor and glory and praise. – Revelation 5:12 As noted in the post “Excited Child of God”, … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Enthusiasm | Tagged Devotional, enthusiasm, Excitement, Focus, Future, Joy, Music, Passion, Praise, victory, Worship | 1 Comment

Steered Along the Path that He has Cleared

Posted on November 2, 2021 by Mark Shields

Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. – 2 Peter 3:18 The post “Decisions” has some thoughts about how to resolve uncertainties. The Lord gives wisdom and understanding from the experiences we go through. … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Wisdom | Tagged Accomplishment, Advice, Decisions, Devotional, Experience, Improvement, Knowledge, Music, Praise, Wisdom, Worship | 1 Comment

Spiritual Journey through 1 Samuel 1 through 4

Posted on October 25, 2021 by Mark Shields

Photo Source – “Bing.” Microsoft. N.p., n.d. Web. Images >. Over the last few weeks, I’ve been looking at ways to apply the word found in 1 Samuel 1-5 and sharing some thoughts that not only can benefit you now but … Continue reading →

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Doers of the Word

Posted on October 21, 2021 by Mark Shields

But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. – James 1:22 A take-away from reading God’s Word as described in the post “Useful Faith” is that faith is not the only quality we need. The Israelites … Continue reading →