Tag Archives: Focus

Thought From Devotional This Day 11-24-2023

Posted on November 24, 2023 by Mark Shields

There are consequences for a nation disobeying the ONE true God and worshiping idols as pointed out in 1 Kings 11:9-43 when Solomon began his spiritual decline. In current times, there are consequences too as pointed out in the video … Continue reading →

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Thought From Devotional This Day 11-17-2023

Posted on November 17, 2023 by Mark Shields

A lesson from 1 Kings 11:1-8 is Solomon’s spiritual decline. He had strengths of wisdom and wealth during the first part of his reign, but his major weakness was the alliances he made with nations that served idols. He was … Continue reading →

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Thought From Devotional This Day 10-13-2023

Posted on October 13, 2023 by Mark Shields

A thought from reading 1 Kings 8:1-21 is how King Solomon built the temple of God with a plan, with patience, and with persistence. These are the same qualities we need as we build our life by trusting in the … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 08-18-2023

Posted on August 18, 2023 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post “Power Hitter” which gave some good suggestions for leadership. If there is pressure to perform because of taking on a leadership role, pass it on to … Continue reading →

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Ever-Increasing Glory

Posted on July 6, 2023 by Mark Shields

Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from … Continue reading →

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