Tag Archives: Devotional

Stand Together

Posted on May 6, 2021 by Mark Shields

A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back-to-back and conquer. Three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken. – Ecclesiastes 4:12 In the post, “Combined Strength of the Whole”, one … Continue reading →

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More than Surviving but Thriving

Posted on May 4, 2021 by Mark Shields

Through Him we … have access by one Spirit to the Father. – Ephesians 2:18 As explained in the post “God Speed”, Jesus had the ability to know things before they even happened. As believers, we have the advantage if … Continue reading →

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Persistent and Optimistic

Posted on May 1, 2021 by Mark Shields

If you focus on God’s promises, you have hope that inspires you to be persistent even when it is hard to be optimistic because your attention is on the reward rather than the difficulty so you endure. Your mind is … Continue reading →

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Giving God Our Best

Posted on April 29, 2021 by Mark Shields

But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. – Matthew 6:33 The post “Top Priority” highlighted the woman who poured expensive perfume on the head of Jesus. The … Continue reading →

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The Big Picture

Posted on April 27, 2021 by Mark Shields

Behold, I am coming soon! My reward is with me, and I will give to everyone according to what he has done. – Revelation 22:12 In the post “Victorious Finish”, thoughts were given as to the reasons for the forewarnings … Continue reading →

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