Tag Archives: Character

Thought From Devotional 01-26-2024

Posted on January 26, 2024 by Mark Shields

Discovered in 1 Kings 15:25 through 16:34 is what happens when nations worship useless idols rather than the ONE true God. Useful lessons can be learned from history and especially from the historical record found in the Word of God. … Continue reading →

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Have Life to the Full

Posted on December 19, 2023 by Mark Shields

Jesus says in John 10:10, “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” From “Following The Good Shepherd”, noted is that Jesus is the … Continue reading →

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Following the Good Shepherd

Posted on December 18, 2023 by Mark Shields

Reading today in John 10:1-21, Jesus used a figure of speech to help the Pharisees understand who He is, but many continued to be confused (v. 6). He told them that the sheep know the true shepherd because they recognize … Continue reading →

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Environment for Success

Posted on August 3, 2023 by Mark Shields

In my integrity you uphold me and set me in your presence forever. – Psalms 41:12 The people of Israel went through some difficult times as brought out in “Leaders with Integrity Needed”. The common denominator of the kings of … Continue reading →

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Leaders with Integrity Needed

Posted on August 2, 2023 by Mark Shields

This picture was taken by my daughter when she went on a school trip to Washington D.C. in 2012. Just looking at this picture brings some thoughts in mind. One thought is that many national governments around the world are … Continue reading →

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