Category Archives: Good Common Sense

The Same Power Lives in Us

Posted on January 17, 2017 by Mark Shields

The Lord gives strength to His people; The Lord blesses His people with peace. – Psalm 29:11 The Creator of thunder, lightning, and the winds of a powerful storm offers this same power to His people. He also provides … Continue reading →

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Experts Can Have Many Misses

Posted on October 6, 2016 by Mark Shields

Teach me, and I will be quiet; show me where I have been wrong. – Job 6:24 We can’t be assured of the proper guidance from experts or by using apps or maps. Experts can have many misses as they … Continue reading →

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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 →