Tag Archives: Devotion

Poetry Friday 07-22-2022

Posted on July 22, 2022 by Mark Shields

Today’s poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post “Treasures in Heaven”. Jesus explains that riches make one focus on how to maintain the wealth rather than on God. Jesus enlightens the disciples in the … Continue reading →

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Armor for the Battle

Posted on April 20, 2022 by Mark Shields

In medieval times, soldiers in heavily armored attire rode on horseback to protect kings. This picture was taken while I went on a travel/study to England in 1983. It was taken at Warwick Castle in England which was built by … Continue reading →

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Devoted Fellow Servants

Posted on April 19, 2022 by Mark Shields

Test me, Lord, and try me, Examine my heart and my mind; For I have always been mindful of your unfailing love And have lived in reliance on your faithfulness. – Psalm 26:2-3 A thought from “Walking the Walk” is … Continue reading →

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Walking the Walk

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Mark Shields

God loves each of us as a child and this love inspires our obedience to living like we are loved so we make choices each day as we follow the Way. Just like being physically fit for the walk, we … Continue reading →

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Guardrails

Posted on November 12, 2021 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
There are rules we live by And they are our guardrails; Found in His Word And lighting our trails. These rules give us God’s design for living; Blessing those who Constantly are seeking. They lead…

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