Category Archives: Devotionals

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 →

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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 →

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Applying the Word

Posted on October 19, 2021 by Mark Shields

The Word of God is living and active. – Hebrews 4:12 Shared in the post “Grow to Know” was how Samuel listened to the Lord. In the same way, we can listen to the Lord by reading and reflecting on … Continue reading →

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Trust in the Name of the Lord

Posted on October 14, 2021 by Mark Shields

Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God – Psalm 20:7 An observation made in the post “Regard for the Lord” is that if things are wrong in our … Continue reading →