Category Archives: Devotionals

Powerful Force

Posted on September 26, 2023 by Mark Shields

The wind blows wherever it pleases. You hear its sound, but you cannot tell where it comes from or where it is going. So it is with everyone born of the Spirit. – John 3:8 Brought out in “Beacon of … Continue reading →

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More Than Worldly Treasure

Posted on September 19, 2023 by Mark Shields

Within “Treasure from the Truth”, we noted that Jesus provides more than any worldly treasure. Jesus was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all … Continue reading →

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The Power of Holy Spirit

Posted on September 14, 2023 by Mark Shields

Because we worship by the power of God’s Spirit and take pride in Christ Jesus. We don’t brag about what we have done. –  Philippians 3:3 The first sign that Jesus is the Son of God is referenced in John … Continue reading →

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The Word

Posted on September 12, 2023 by Mark Shields

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. – John 1:1-2 Like in the post “Formula for Discipleship”, the method seems simple but to apply it seems to stump us at … Continue reading →

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Leadership Being Passed On

Posted on September 10, 2023 by Mark Shields

In 1 Kings 2, leadership is being passed from one generation to the next. David gave Solomon some instructions as his reign was coming to an end and he passes on instructions from the Lord to the next generation. A … Continue reading →

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