Tag Archives: Joys

Life with God

Posted on October 20, 2017 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
In order to meet needs, persist when times are tough and know with confidence God is big enough. Ask for anything according to His will knowing He will hear and give you the skill. Ask…

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Former Things and New Things

Posted on October 25, 2016 by Mark Shields

See, the former things have taken place, and new things I declare; before they spring into being I announce them to you. – Isaiah 42:9 God wants to make each day amazing and our tomorrows more amazing than today. In … Continue reading →

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Focusing on the Bright Future

Posted on October 24, 2016 by Mark Shields

In the first part of Hosea 1-13, we are told the future would be made difficult because the people would be looking for their happiness, needs, and desires from the world rather than from God. Now as listed in Hosea … Continue reading →

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He Watches Over Us

Posted on June 26, 2015 by Mark Shields

In studying Genesis 19 a while back, a lesson learned is how we can feel protected just like Lot was in the passage. We can also feel confident that because God is with us, the future will work out. This day … Continue reading →

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