Tag Archives: Hope

Spiritual Journey Through 1 Kings 8-11

Posted on July 10, 2023 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, I’ve been looking at ways to apply the word found in 1 Kings 8-11 and sharing some thoughts that not only can benefit you now but also help the next generation too! The greatest of … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Devotionals, Journey | Tagged Bible Study, Career, Community, Faith, Family, Hope, Journey, Lessons, Life, Love, Prayer, Purpose, spirituality, Values, victory, Wisdom, Worship | 1 Comment

Call to Praise

Posted on July 9, 2023 by Mark Shields

The stimulus for the call to praise in Psalm 66-67 is looking back at the past and what good things God has done so we are encouraged to look forward to the future. Let us be encouraged today as a … Continue reading →

Posted in Enthusiasm, Peace | Tagged Bible Study, Encouragement, enthusiasm, Expectation, Faith, Hope, Peace, Photo, Praise, Prayer, Reflection, victory | 5 Comments

Awesome God of Possible

Posted on July 4, 2023 by Mark Shields

Do not forget the covenant I have made with you, and do not worship other gods. Rather, worship the LORD your God; it is He who will deliver you from the hand of all your enemies. – 2 Kings 17:38-39 … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Focus | Tagged Blessing, Devotional, Faith, Focus, Hope, Love, Peace, Photo, Prayer, Worship | 1 Comment

Focused on the Awesome

Posted on July 3, 2023 by Mark Shields

Much of our life is directed by the low standards of this world rather than God’s higher standard. Success is defined by lofty incomes, nice cars, or an expensive house instead of vast spiritual assets like faith, hope, and love! … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 06-30-2023

Posted on June 30, 2023 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by “Run the Race to the Finish Line”. Noted is that God and the Word are related because they were from the beginning and last forever. Let us set … Continue reading →