Category Archives: Devotionals

Questions for Reflection for Study of Deuteronomy 14-20

Posted on January 4, 2021 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, I’ve been reading and sharing some thoughts from the study of Deuteronomy 8-13. The Bible is all about gaining wisdom because we are learning from the past, praying in the present, and listening for instructions … Continue reading →

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Stand Tall and Above it All

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Mark Shields

So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. – 2 Corinthians 4:18 The post “Climb Higher Towards Spiritual Assets” inspires you toward … Continue reading →

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If good people barely make it, what’s in store for the bad?

Posted on December 26, 2020 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on M. Wiley Wilson:
Why it matters to Jesus: Jesus is straight with us. The way is not easy. He says it over and over. Unfortunately, many in the church want us believe otherwise. Solomon knew otherwise as well.…

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Grasp the Future by Knowing History

Posted on December 24, 2020 by Mark Shields

See, the former things have taken place, and new things I declare; before they spring into being I announce them to you. – Isaiah 42:9 Some of the main points brought out in the post “Pain to Gain” is to … Continue reading →

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Confidence in Providence

Posted on December 22, 2020 by Mark Shields

Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he. – Proverbs 29:18 The post “Anchored to His Commandments” had some thoughts about Moses giving the people confidence in providence. He gave them … Continue reading →