Tag Archives: Inspiration

Inspiration to Aspiration

Posted on May 10, 2021 by Mark Shields

Reading in Mark 14:32-65, Jesus was in deep distress because he knew the time was near to fulfill his purpose on the cross. He prays at the Garden of Gethsemane while Peter, James, and John were supposed to keep watch … Continue reading →

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Persistent and Optimistic

Posted on May 1, 2021 by Mark Shields

If you focus on God’s promises, you have hope that inspires you to be persistent even when it is hard to be optimistic because your attention is on the reward rather than the difficulty so you endure. Your mind is … Continue reading →

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Unshakable Kingdom

Posted on March 19, 2021 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
The world wants to trust The wisdom of science Yet wrong assertions Cause no reliance. ? The world believes Money will bless Yet it is limited And causes stress. ? So reconcile to God Through…

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Desire to Aspire

Posted on February 9, 2021 by Mark Shields

My child, eat honey, for it is good, and the honeycomb is sweet to the taste. In the same way, wisdom is sweet to your soul, If you find it, you will have a bright future, and your hopes will … Continue reading →

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Enticement

Posted on December 31, 2020 by Mark Shields

Teach us to number our days aright. That we may gain a heart of wisdom. – Psalms 90:12 In today’s culture, we are enticed by things that take up so much time but provide little benefit. There’s something to be … Continue reading →

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