Tag Archives: Encouragement

Looking Back at Isaiah 40-44 for Encouragement on the Journey Ahead

Posted on April 7, 2025 by Mark Shields

The journey through Isaiah 40-44 has been a powerful reminder that life, with all its challenges, is made victorious through Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross. In Him, we find everything we need: the Wonderful Counselor to guide us, the Mighty … Continue reading →

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Help Others See the Light

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Mark Shields

Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. – Ephesians 4:32 Shared in “Can People Can See God Reflected In Me” is that everyone faces difficulties and those going through difficulties … Continue reading →

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Can People See God Reflected In Me

Posted on March 31, 2025 by Mark Shields

Questions for Reflection What is the difference between the situation of the people in 42:25 and 43:2? What knowledge of the kindness and salvation of God is bottled up, silent, inside you? Why? How can you open up this knowledge … Continue reading →

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His Reward is with Him

Posted on March 18, 2025 by Mark Shields

See, the Sovereign Lord comes with power, and rules with a mighty arm.See, his reward is with him, and his recompense accompanies him. – Isaiah 40:10 From “Raise a Joyous Noise to Praise”, a thought received is that humanities … Continue reading →

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Raise A Joyous Noise to Praise

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Mark Shields

Imagine just finishing work on a major project or other major turning point in life like retiring from a successful 40-year career. Imagine taking a vacation to celebrate and you wake up to the view in the picture above. Today, … Continue reading →