Tag Archives: Focus

Delight in the Things of God

Posted on July 27, 2022 by Mark Shields

One morning, I drove to work and saw a double rainbow in the sky. I got out of my truck and started walking up the hill to my office when I realized that I left my badge in my truck … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 07-22-2022

Posted on July 22, 2022 by Mark Shields

Today’s poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post “Treasures in Heaven”. Jesus explains that riches make one focus on how to maintain the wealth rather than on God. Jesus enlightens the disciples in the … Continue reading →

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Plentiful Harvest

Posted on February 18, 2022 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Plant the word in your heart And follow the Son of Man With thoughts or ideas In following God’s plan. Not in the hard soil Eaten by a bird But in prepared soil So the…

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The Decision to Follow

Posted on December 17, 2021 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Put on your shoes And walk without excuse Getting rid of the blues By sharing the Good News. Understanding the call, Willing to install Without any regrets Vast spiritual assets. Meeting with people At the…

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Set Your Mind on Things Above

Posted on December 7, 2021 by Mark Shields

Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. – Colossians 3:2 God rejected Saul as king because he was disobedient in not completely following His instructions. This was the main point of the … Continue reading →