Category Archives: Discipline

Thought From Devotional This Day 11-24-2023

Posted on November 24, 2023 by Mark Shields

There are consequences for a nation disobeying the ONE true God and worshiping idols as pointed out in 1 Kings 11:9-43 when Solomon began his spiritual decline. In current times, there are consequences too as pointed out in the video … Continue reading →

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Ever-Increasing Glory

Posted on July 6, 2023 by Mark Shields

Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from … Continue reading →

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Toward the Eternal Reward

Posted on July 5, 2023 by Mark Shields

The oldest computer was owned by Adam and Eve. It was an Apple with limited memory. Just 1 byte and everything crashed.* Reading today in 1 Kings 11:9-43, we learn that everything around Solomon is beginning to crash. His spiritual … Continue reading →

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Great Transformation Over Time

Posted on May 7, 2023 by Mark Shields

The picture above was taken during a winter storm in 2021. The picture below was taken during the summer of that same year. In a short time, great transformation can occur. With God by your side, you can set out … Continue reading →

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Commitment To The Plan

Posted on March 30, 2023 by Mark Shields

Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans. – Proverbs 16:3 Noted in “Endure Distress So He Can Bless”, the nation of Israel had been slipping and suffered defeat after defeat until David began to … Continue reading →

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