Tag Archives: Inspiration

Refreshment for the Body and Soul

Posted on August 20, 2021 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
In life, there’s always a new challenge so instead of taking the credit for great accomplishments, give credit to God. Take inspiration from the song I Surrender All by Oslo Gospel Choir and surrender all…

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Act of Devotion

Posted on May 14, 2021 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Lake Waco Press on during dark times And get closer to the Lord Rather than on worldly pleasures That keep you off guard. Giving a little extra Changes everything So dig a little further Into…

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Need You Now

Posted on May 11, 2021 by Mark Shields

Going a little farther, he fell to the ground and prayed that if possible the hour might pass from him. “Abba, Father,” he said, “Everything is possible for you. Take this cup from me. Yet not what I will, but … Continue reading →

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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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