Category Archives: Devotionals

Cheerfulness

Posted on December 28, 2016 by Mark Shields

Be cheerful no matter what; pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens. This is the way God wants you who belong to Christ Jesus to live. – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18  The memories you make give you a … Continue reading →

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Wish List For Christmas

Posted on December 23, 2016 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
I wish I had answers to all my questions; knowing what to do or getting suggestions. I wish I knew without a doubt that things would get better; for answers to come and my faith…

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Shelter Through The Storm

Posted on December 22, 2016 by Mark Shields

And call on Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you will honor me. – Psalm 50:15  As shared in the post “Hope Even in Trials“, David is going through tremendous emotional and physical difficulty but … Continue reading →

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Never Shaken

Posted on December 20, 2016 by Mark Shields

For the king trusts in the Lord;             through the unfailing love of the Most High             he will not be shaken. – Psalm 21:7  Sharing in the post “Trusting the Lord”, David desired success in overcoming his enemies and … Continue reading →

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Fulfillment

Posted on December 17, 2016 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
A person’s finest hour And greatest fulfillment Is the exact moment Of a great achievement. When a person has worked Their heart out for a good cause And reflects at the end As they rest…

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