Tag Archives: Grace

Walking in the Truth

Posted on January 6, 2022 by Mark Shields

It has given me great joy to find some of your children walking in the truth, just as the Father commanded us. – 2 John 4 The Way of Jesus guides us to truth. It may be the road less … Continue reading →

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The Way of Truth

Posted on January 5, 2022 by Mark Shields

The decisions we make have a big impact on the future. That’s why we need to be people of integrity and character. The best way to achieve this aim is to follow the way of truth by constantly gaining wisdom … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Samuel, Bible Study, Integrity | Tagged Bible Study, Character, Decisions, Grace, Holy Spirit, Honesty, Integrity, Photo, Prayer, Truth | 3 Comments

Stand Up to Pressure with Optimism

Posted on January 4, 2022 by Mark Shields

This photo was taken while on vacation years ago. We were going up Mt. Haleakala which is a dormant volcano on the Hawaiian Island of Maui. Volcanos occur because deep inside the earth there is built up pressure that has … Continue reading →

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Higher Ground

Posted on January 3, 2022 by Mark Shields

David had defeated the giant and the people thought highly of him but Saul became jealous to the point that he wanted to kill David so David thought he had to escape. As we read today 1 Samuel 21, let … Continue reading →

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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…