Tag Archives: Excellence

Notes to Your Younger Self

Posted on April 11, 2017 by Mark Shields

The Lord gave Israel all the land He had sworn to give their ancestors, and they took possession of it and settled there. – Joshua 21:43 As brought out in the post “Follow Instructions”, God is continually requiring His people … Continue reading →

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Follow Instructions

Posted on April 10, 2017 by Mark Shields

For God’s people to receive what He promised, they were required to follow instructions. In Joshua 20-21 we read about the refuge God provides His people when they follow instructions. We also read what happens when they are complacent. Joshua … Continue reading →

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Taking a Stand

Posted on July 30, 2014 by Mark Shields

Some say the harlot which I wrote about in yesterday’s post and described in Revelation 17:1-6 represents the ultimate in godless world religion. A question brought out in this passage is what is the extent of corruption in your local, … Continue reading →