Tag Archives: Job

✨ Thoughts for Thursday 03-19-2026

Posted on March 19, 2026 by Mark Shields

Our thoughts are powerful catalysts, like wind in the sails of a boat, they propel us forward as we seek to glorify the Lord. Below is a thought from Colossians 3:18 through 4:6. Every moment of diligent, cheerful work becomes … Continue reading →

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Return and Discern

Posted on January 5, 2016 by Mark Shields

The followers of Christ joined together constantly in prayer and as explained in the post Vision for Decisions, they benefitted from scripture, prayer, and God’s providence to change the course of history. We can tap into the same beneficial resources … Continue reading →

Posted in Accurate Thinking, Devotionals, Music, Video | Tagged Community, Decisions, Discernment, Future, Guidance, Holy Spirit, Inspiration, Jesus, Job, Ministry, Prayer, Providence, Scripture, Trust, Unity | Leave a comment

Look Forward To Time Spent With Him

Posted on August 13, 2015 by Mark Shields

From the depression of the 1930’s and to a smaller degree with the stock market crash in 2008, there is a lesson to be learned. Bad loans build up a bubble that eventually will burst. As written about in the … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Good Common Sense, Music, Video | Tagged Attitudes, Creativity, Decisions, Disciples, Faith, Good Common Sense, Gospel, Jesus, Job, Loans, Money, Motives, Opportunity, Parable, Planning, Skills, Success, Talents, Time, Wealth | Leave a comment

Heaven’s Riches Are Far More Valuable Than Earthly Wealth

Posted on August 12, 2015 by Mark Shields

Jesus addresses the disciples in Luke 16:1-13 and the Pharisees overhear as Jesus tells the parable of the Shrewd Manager. A manager is accused of wasting the possessions of a rich man by being lax in collecting what is due … Continue reading →

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Light for Our Path

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Mark Shields

We were created to worship God and get to know Him; to take in the lessons from His Word and from experiences as we travel through life. Then use them to light our path. Many things only last for a … Continue reading →