Category Archives: Devotionals

Cultivated Talents

Posted on September 2, 2016 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Talents are like seeds not yet germinated. Needing assistance as they are cultivated. A seed requires light, heat, and nutrients to grow; talents require action, dedication, and gusto. Image Source Provided is abundance in an…

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Called According to His Purpose

Posted on September 1, 2016 by Mark Shields

All things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. – Romans 8:28 As written about in the post “Knowing Our Express Purpose”, Paul was determined to carry the … Continue reading →

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Joy Destroys any Ploy

Posted on August 30, 2016 by Mark Shields

Count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. – James 1:2-4 Alone, we … Continue reading →

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Strength in Prayer

Posted on August 26, 2016 by Mark Shields

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The first component of meeting a need is going to God who helps to proceed. The Bible tells us that we can always have confidence in our future days. Ask for anything according to his…

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Victory Assured

Posted on August 25, 2016 by Mark Shields

For everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith. – 1 John 5:4 The world constantly tries to keep us in a state of turmoil and unrest. To step … Continue reading →

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