Category Archives: Devotionals

One In Christ

Posted on May 18, 2017 by Mark Shields

Two are better than one because they have a good return for their work: If one falls down, his friend can help him up. But pity the man who falls and has no one to help him up! – Ecclesiastes … Continue reading →

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Let Thanksgiving Overflow

Posted on May 16, 2017 by Mark Shields

All this is for your benefit, so that the grace that is reaching more and more people may cause thanksgiving to overflow to the glory of God. Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet … Continue reading →

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Excellent Instructions

Posted on May 12, 2017 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Being complacent Never helps to make This world a better place For goodness sake. Stand for excellence And what is righteous Instead of being silent To end a crisis. Follow the instructions Found in God’s…

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Connected Forever to the Greatest Power Ever

Posted on May 11, 2017 by Mark Shields

So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in Him, rooted and built up in Him, strengthened in faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. – Colossians 2:6-7  We may face … Continue reading →

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Be One of the Branches

Posted on May 9, 2017 by Mark Shields

I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. – John 15:5  As noted in the post “Spirit Is Received … Continue reading →

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