Category Archives: Devotionals

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 →

Posted in Devotionals, Optimism | Tagged Blessings, Devotional, Future, Graduation, Lessons, Music, Optimism, Praise, Vision, Worship | 1 Comment

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 →

Posted in Applied Faith, Devotionals | Tagged Confidence, Devotional, Equality, Faith, Hope, Inspiration, Liberty, Love, Music, Praise, Vision, Worship | 1 Comment

Gaining the Victory

Posted on December 18, 2020 by Mark Shields

Give us aid against the enemy, for human help is worthless. With God we will gain the victory, and he will trample down our enemies. – Psalm 60:11-12 The post “By Our Side” is about Moses explaining to the people … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Deuteronomy 8-13

Posted on December 14, 2020 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, I’ve been reading and sharing some thoughts about the first few chapters of the book of Deuteronomy. The Bible is all about gaining wisdom because we are learning from the past, praying in the present, … Continue reading →