Tag Archives: Attention

Keep Focusing on the Destination

Posted on June 4, 2020 by Mark Shields

The Israelites were having difficulty on the journey to the Promised Land and the journey through life for us is not always easy either. As we read Numbers 15, we strive this day with God to focus on what matters … Continue reading →

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Paying Attention to the Perfect Example

Posted on May 13, 2016 by Mark Shields

In the post Following Instructions, the Israelites complained because they were in the desert. They were hungry and thirsty but then God provided for them through some amazing events. Unfortunately, they didn’t follow God’s instruction in collecting the food He … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals | Tagged Attention, Faith, Gratefulness, Guidance, Miracles, Parenting, Praise, Provision | Leave a comment

Questions for Reflection for Study of Revelation 17-19

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, the journey has taken us through the book of Revelation 14-16. The vision of John tells us there will be a crushing blow for those who deny Christ. Reading in Revelation 14, the message is … Continue reading →

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Attention to God

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Mark Shields

After studying and reflecting on yesterday’s reading of Zechariah 1:1-6, the thought that came to mind was the importance of our attention to God. Like the focus of an athlete in training for their sport, we should focus on God. … Continue reading →

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God’s Guiding Principles

Posted on August 7, 2012 by Mark Shields

In yesterday’s post, I wrote about some thoughts after reading Nehemiah 13:15-30. The physical wall had been built around Jerusalem but it was the lack of structure within the society that was causing problems. Within the post yesterday, we pointed … Continue reading →