Category Archives: Devotionals

Spiritual Journey through 1 Samuel 11 through 16

Posted on December 13, 2021 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, I’ve been looking at ways to apply the word found in 1 Samuel 11-16 and sharing some thoughts that not only can benefit you now but also help the next generation too! The greatest of … Continue reading →

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Called According to His Purpose

Posted on December 9, 2021 by Mark Shields

All things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. – Romans 8:28 The post “Prepared to Fulfill Our Purpose” was about David being chosen by God to fulfill … Continue reading →

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Set Your Mind on Things Above

Posted on December 7, 2021 by Mark Shields

Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. – Colossians 3:2 God rejected Saul as king because he was disobedient in not completely following His instructions. This was the main point of the … Continue reading →

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Confidence in the Lord

Posted on December 2, 2021 by Mark Shields

I can do everything through Him who gives me strength. – Philippians 4:13 The post “Boldly Going to Places that No One Else will Go” gave us an example of the Bible character named Jonathan who had confidence and this … Continue reading →

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The Perfect Work of Patience

Posted on November 30, 2021 by Mark Shields

Count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. – James 1:2-4 Brought out … Continue reading →