Tag Archives: Devotional

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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Submit to One Another

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Mark Shields

Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. – Ephesians 5:21 As discussed in “A Cord of Three Strands”, we are taught that the love of Christ for the church is an example we should follow. This love is … Continue reading →

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Healing Rain of Faith

Posted on April 12, 2022 by Mark Shields

So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in Him, rooted and built up in Him, strengthened in faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. – Colossians 2:6-7 Brought out in … Continue reading →

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Give the World Back to God

Posted on April 7, 2022 by Mark Shields

Teach me your ways, O Lord, that I may live according to your truth! Grant me purity of heart, so that I may honor you. –  Psalm 86:11 Explained in “Traits of the New Character” is that before God came … Continue reading →

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