Category Archives: Devotionals

Power in Simplicity

Posted on May 14, 2019 by Mark Shields

Guard what was committed to your trust, avoiding the profane and idle babblings and contradictions of what is falsely called knowledge. – 1 Timothy 6:20 As pointed out in the post “The Real Thing”, Paul faced many against him at … Continue reading →

Posted in Accurate Thinking, Devotionals | Tagged Devotional, Gospel, Grace, Holy Spirit, Praise, Simplicity, Thought | 1 Comment

The ONE Who Unites Us

Posted on May 9, 2019 by Mark Shields

And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, also those having gifts of healing those able to help others, those with gifts of administration, and those speaking in different … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Strength | Tagged Church, Devotional, Discover Strengths, Faith, Faith Blogs, Holy Spirit, Mission, Music, Praise, Unity, Worship | Leave a comment

Just a Click Away is the Rescue

Posted on May 7, 2019 by Mark Shields

See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy which depends on human tradition and the elemental spiritual forces of this world rather than on Christ. – Colossians 2:8 Shared in the post “Spiritual Weapons” … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals | Tagged Courage, Devotional, Faith, Faith Blogs, Holy Spirit, Hope, Love, Music, Praise, Scripture, Sermons | Leave a comment

Cheerful Giver

Posted on May 3, 2019 by Mark Shields

Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. – 2 Corinthians 9:7 As highlighted in the post “Give with Enthusiasm and Thanksgiving”, God initiates in our … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Generosity | Tagged Blessings, Cheerful, Desire, Devotional, enthusiasm, Generosity, Inspiration, Music, Praise, Thanksgiving | 1 Comment

Questions for Reflection for Study of 2 Corinthians 9-11

Posted on May 1, 2019 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, we’ve shared some thoughts and ideas from the journey through 2 Corinthians 5-8. Paul explained there is reconciliation to God through Christ and because of this, we are a new creation. This new creation gives … Continue reading →