Category Archives: Focus

Our Foundation Remains Unshaken

Posted on September 18, 2025 by Mark Shields

I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With Him at my right hand, I will not be shaken. – Psalm 16:8 A point made in “Ascent Toward Spiritual Prosperity” is that God calls us to take responsibility for our … Continue reading →

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Ascent Toward Spiritual Prosperity

Posted on September 17, 2025 by Mark Shields

True fulfillment isn’t found in lofty incomes, luxurious cars, or grand houses—it’s discovered in the steady climb toward spiritual assets. Choosing faith over fleeting wealth anchors the soul in something eternal. Nurturing hope cultivates resilience through life’s hardships, offering light … Continue reading →

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Fix Our Eyes on the Unseen

Posted on September 9, 2025 by Mark Shields

So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. – 2 Corinthians 4:18 A thought from the post “A Rainbow That Follows a … Continue reading →

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A Rainbow That Follows a Storm

Posted on September 8, 2025 by Mark Shields

In Jonah 4, God uses a simple plant to illustrate His reason for showing mercy, reminding us that His wisdom and compassion extend far beyond our understanding. Just as He provided the plant to teach Jonah, He continues to offer … Continue reading →

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Eyes Always On The Lord

Posted on August 28, 2025 by Mark Shields

I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With Him at my right hand, I will not be shaken. – Psalm 16:8 Reflecting on Jonah 1 and shared in “From Ordinary to Extraordinary” are valuable lessons about fulfilling our God-given … Continue reading →