Tag Archives: Effort

Thought From Devotional 11-08-2024

Posted on November 8, 2024 by Mark Shields

A thought from John 12:12-19 is how Jesus put in the effort to care for people. He got on a donkey and the people waved palm branches as He was on the pathway to passion. Jesus was ready to carry … Continue reading →

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On the Pathway to Passion

Posted on January 16, 2024 by Mark Shields

They took palm branches and went out to meet Him, shouting, “Hosanna! “Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! “Blessed is the king of Israel!” – John 12:13 Shared in the post “Spirit Inside to Guide” … Continue reading →

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Spirit Inside to Guide

Posted on January 15, 2024 by Mark Shields

Like the caterpillar that transforms into a beautiful butterfly, we are changed when we accept Jesus in our heart. This day with God, we seek to understand and help others understand the Way taught by Jesus. Because of Jesus, we … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 03-17-2023

Posted on March 17, 2023 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post Listen and Follow that points out that it takes no effort for our bad habits like a lack of focus, discipline, faith, etc. to zap our … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 09-30-2022

Posted on September 30, 2022 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post “Giving Total Effort” which pointed out that the poor widow was willing to do something that the scribes were not, and she produced a positive example … Continue reading →

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