Tag Archives: Grace

Ordinary Shepherds

Posted on December 24, 2021 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Shepherds keeping The flocks by night And an angel appears From the sky so bright. Saying now is the time To bring restoration And Good news for all In exultation. Without hesitation, They went to…

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From Simple to Amazing

Posted on December 3, 2021 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Today is the first day Of the rest of your life So cut out the past Using a sharp knife. The Word of God Is the sword to use To pierce the negatives You want…

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Obligations

Posted on October 22, 2021 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
In Old Testament times, Words to the listener Was as binding As a signature. Not meeting commitments Meant a broken trust And the relationship Went totally bust. Today’s leaders Should be held to account In…

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Shout for Joy

Posted on October 12, 2021 by Mark Shields

Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; come before Him with joyful songs. – Psalm 100:1-2 As pointed out in the song Shout to the Lord by Michael W. Smith, nothing compares to … Continue reading →

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The Destiny of the Faithful

Posted on October 11, 2021 by Mark Shields

The photo was taken a while back when I was walking from the parking lot at work. The office building is up on a hill and Lake Waco is at the bottom of the hill. The rainbow stretched from one … Continue reading →

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