Category Archives: Good Common Sense

Each Day Can Be Amazing Because of Our Savior

Posted on December 22, 2015 by Mark Shields

Our days can look bleak just like they did in the post Refuge in the Deluge but each day can be amazing because of our Savior and our growing faith can never be taken away or depleted. The gospel message … Continue reading →

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Taking Refuge in the Deluge

Posted on December 21, 2015 by Mark Shields

David’s life was in jeopardy because King Saul believed the malicious stories and poisonous suggestions people were reporting about David. He needed to take refuge and two sources of refuge are mentioned in verse one of Psalm 11. One is … Continue reading →

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Avoiding the Traps

Posted on September 22, 2015 by Mark Shields

Life can get complicated but we are blessed in the Bible with great lessons that help. In the post Leading With Servant Authority, the lesson Jesus teaches is about avoiding traps others want to get us into. Jesus also knew … Continue reading →

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Look Forward To Time Spent With Him

Posted on August 13, 2015 by Mark Shields

From the depression of the 1930’s and to a smaller degree with the stock market crash in 2008, there is a lesson to be learned. Bad loans build up a bubble that eventually will burst. As written about in the … Continue reading →

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Heaven’s Riches Are Far More Valuable Than Earthly Wealth

Posted on August 12, 2015 by Mark Shields

Jesus addresses the disciples in Luke 16:1-13 and the Pharisees overhear as Jesus tells the parable of the Shrewd Manager. A manager is accused of wasting the possessions of a rich man by being lax in collecting what is due … Continue reading →