Tag Archives: Grace

Forgive and Be Forgiven

Posted on November 25, 2022 by Mark Shields

Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. – Luke 6:37 A quality of David we noted in “Stream of Grace” is how he … Continue reading →

Posted in Acceptance, Devotionals | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

Stream of Grace

Posted on November 23, 2022 by Mark Shields

We can learn from each other, from the Word, and from sermons about patience and God’s grace. Grace is God’s gift. This kind gift from God is always available. Let us be patient with others and with God’s timing because … Continue reading →

Posted in Acceptance, Bible Study | Tagged , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Looking Back at Psalms for Encouragement on the Journey Ahead

Posted on November 14, 2022 by Mark Shields

Over the last month, the journey has taken me through Psalms 42-51. On many occasions, the psalmist was discouraged, depressed or felt cut off from God. The Psalms give encouragement during these times. Below, is food for thought gained from … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Devotionals, Faith | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Poetry Friday 11-11-2022

Posted on November 11, 2022 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post “Soar Higher with Resistance”. Going with the wind may get you somewhere faster but going against the wind lifts you to places higher and higher. Today’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Give Praise in How You Live

Posted on November 1, 2022 by Mark Shields

Great is the Lord, and most worthy of praise, In the city of our God, his holy mountain. – Psalm 48:1 The Lord protects and watches over you. As brought out in “Glorious Morn”, He has great things planned for … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Faith | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment