Tag Archives: Beauty

Plans to Give You Hope

Posted on September 25, 2025 by Mark Shields

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. – Jeremiah 29:11 Some thoughts written in the post “Hope in … Continue reading →

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Hope in the Light of God’s Truth

Posted on September 24, 2025 by Mark Shields

The book of Joel in the Bible gives hope in the light of God’s truth and is a powerful call to reflection, repentance, and renewal. Joel 3 builds upon the themes established earlier in the book, examining the justice of … Continue reading →

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Remain Strong and Burst into Song

Posted on October 29, 2024 by Mark Shields

They raise their voices, they shout for joy; from the west they acclaim the Lord’s majesty – Isaiah 24:14 Difficult situations provide the opportunity for God to defy the odds and we can be a part of the victorious side … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 07-08-2022

Posted on July 8, 2022 by Mark Shields

Today’s poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post “Impact the World for the Better”. Let us think of ways to help cut out what is bad in life and let in what is good. … Continue reading →

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Stay Humble and Kind with Christ in Mind

Posted on November 21, 2020 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on This Day With God – A Spiritual Journey:
Your words have supported those who stumbled: You have strengthened faltering knees. – Job 4:4 The post “Impact the World for the Better” put emphasis on thinking of ways…

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