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Our Heart’s Desire

Posted on August 29, 2013 by Mark Shields

Solomon in 2 Chronicles 1 was asked by God what he wanted (v. 7). What would be your request? Would it build up the body of Christ? In asking this question, we are trying to discover our hearts desire. Solomon … Continue reading →

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Lift the Cross High

Posted on August 13, 2013 by Mark Shields

In the previous post along the journey, I wrote about the lessons to be learned in life and from God’s Word but the riddle of life can’t be solved by reason alone. It’s solved by the cross so lift it … Continue reading →

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A Common Purpose

Posted on June 21, 2013 by Mark Shields

In studying Psalm 133-134, the influence of unity spreads and God has given us a common purpose as believers. Therefore a bond or chemistry develops and a group working for a common purpose achieves meaningful results. I’d like to share … Continue reading →

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The Results of Unity

Posted on June 20, 2013 by Mark Shields

In Psalm 133-134, unity is described like oil that is poured over the head because its influence spreads. God wants unity but Satan works to make sure it doesn’t exist. In verse 3 of Psalm 133, unity is described as … Continue reading →

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Staying in the Light

Posted on June 8, 2013 by Mark Shields

Sometimes we just need to be still and let things happen when they should. Like waiting for a red light to turn green, we just have to stay still until we get the go sign. In baseball or softball, it’s … Continue reading →

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