Tag Archives: Excellence

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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Combined Strength of the Whole

Posted on May 5, 2021 by Mark Shields

Jesus had the ability to know things before they even happened. In Mark 14:14-31 we are told that Jesus and the disciples were gathered together on a Friday evening eating the Passover. During the meal which we know today as … Continue reading →

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Ordinary Wise Men

Posted on December 25, 2020 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Ordinary Wise Men Looking up high Noticing a star Up in the sky.   Experts in ancient text And astronomy Carrying out their job Methodically.   Experts are good But take into account That God’s…

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Further the Faith and Knowledge of the Truth

Posted on December 6, 2019 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Christian leadership Includes being faithful, Always Self-controlled, Upright and stable. Taking in the Word, Discovering the Way, And applying values To our life each day. Faith rest on the hope Of eternity; Supported by the…

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The Most Excellent Way

Posted on August 13, 2019 by Mark Shields

Those who are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. – Galatians 5:24-25 There is a definite upside to getting connecting and internalizing the … Continue reading →

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