Tag Archives: Initiative

Spooked by Something New

Posted on April 21, 2025 by Mark Shields

Reading Isaiah 48, God gave the explicit command to leave Babylon with joy (v. 20), but the people did not want to leave and go back to the holy land. They had raised families, built houses, and settled in their … Continue reading →

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Thought From Devotional 08-23-2024

Posted on August 23, 2024 by Mark Shields

The takeaway from reading John 8:12-30 is to please God by speaking and acting like Jesus. Following the light of the world by listening to His instructions. Gaining knowledge, holiness, and joy in our soul. Being guiding along the path … Continue reading →

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Thought From Devotional 04-05-2024

Posted on April 5, 2024 by Mark Shields

John the Baptist gave his testimony in John 1:19-34. Giving testimony helps show the problem we all have and with that first step towards seeing the Light. Once the solution is known, we are moved to step ahead to a … Continue reading →

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Thought From Devotional 01-12-2024

Posted on January 12, 2024 by Mark Shields

In exploring God’s Word, we can set sail on a new destination. With the help of Jesus, we can get away from worldly values that lead nowhere to a place of freedom being powered by the Holy Spirit. This is … Continue reading →

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Following the Light

Posted on November 28, 2023 by Mark Shields

But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. – Matthew 6:33 The takeaway from “Light of Life” is to please God by speaking and acting like Jesus. Following … Continue reading →