Tag Archives: Endurance

Keep Pace with Grace

Posted on November 8, 2022 by Mark Shields

Let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. –  Hebrews 12:1 The main thought of “Seize the Day” is to be renewed … Continue reading →

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Seize the Day

Posted on November 7, 2022 by Mark Shields

Today’s passage starts with verse 1 of Psalm 50. The Mighty One, God, the Lord, speaks and summons the earth from the rising of the sun to where it sets. Each day is a new day in which we have … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 10-07-2022

Posted on October 7, 2022 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post “Victorious Finish” that gave reasons for the forewarnings of Jesus. One take away is to be persistent even when it is hard to be optimistic. Knowledge … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 08-12-2022

Posted on August 12, 2022 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post “Preparing For Action” about the documented record of Jesus entering Jerusalem for Holy Week. It took a lot of courage for Jesus to come into Jerusalem … Continue reading →

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My Intercessor is My Friend

Posted on June 23, 2022 by Mark Shields

My intercessor is my friend as my eyes pour out tears to God; on behalf of a man he pleads with God as a man pleads for his friend. – Job 16:20-21 It’s hard to accept the old adage “pain … Continue reading →

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