Category Archives: Optimism

Return to the Lord

Posted on May 5, 2025 by Mark Shields

I remember riding my bike as a kid and suddenly, I stopped going anywhere and looked down to see that the chain had slipped off. It’s the same with our day, if we don’t begin our day with God, the … Continue reading →

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His Power is Endless In Us

Posted on July 11, 2024 by Mark Shields

Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. – Mark 11:24 The take away from “Take It In” is to trust in God and look forward to … Continue reading →

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Take It In

Posted on July 10, 2024 by Mark Shields

When the Light shines on us, we cannot help but accept the Light, take it in hand, and provide some Son shine into the lives of others. This day with God, we take it in by reading 2 Kings 19 … Continue reading →

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Spark From Mark That Warms The Heart

Posted on October 10, 2023 by Mark Shields

This day with God, take this spark from the book of Mark to warm your heart. Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. – Mark 11:24 … Continue reading →

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Hope For Brighter Days

Posted on April 30, 2023 by Mark Shields

This picture was taken while going up Mt. Haleakala located on the Hawaiian Island of Maui. It’s now a dormant volcano but was responsible for forming most of Maui. Deep inside the earth, there is all this built up negative … Continue reading →