Tag Archives: Difficulties

From Bad Days To Good Days

Posted on February 1, 2023 by Mark Shields

The weather in Texas can change fast. As these photos I took one winter day at my office demonstrate. In the above photo, the morning was cold with snow. Then the afternoon was sunny and warm as in this second … Continue reading →

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Life has Strains but Hope Remains

Posted on April 15, 2022 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
To the cross He was led Where His blood was shed But a better day ahead When raised from the dead. Life has its strains But hope remains Since God does care, There is repair.…

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Seed to Succeed

Posted on March 4, 2022 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Like a mustard seed, God’s kingdom starts small Then continues to grow To be largest of all. It may seem small at first But grows on many an acre Big enough to become The difference…

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Directed Steps

Posted on February 10, 2022 by Mark Shields

A person’s steps are directed by the Lord. How then can anyone understand their own way? – Proverbs 20:24 A thought from “The Power of Prayer” is that difficult situations strengthen us in the Lord because when we go to … Continue reading →

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The Power of Prayer

Posted on February 9, 2022 by Mark Shields

During setbacks, we have nothing left except to seek guidance from the Lord. The problems we face make us feel that the walls are tumbling in around us but through prayer, we are given a great power that guides us … Continue reading →

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