Tag Archives: Mission

Focused on the Purpose of this Journey

Posted on August 2, 2021 by Mark Shields

As we step ahead today, we are totally focused on the purpose of this journey by being organized, documenting our thoughts, and affirming our faith each day. Reading today in Judges 16, the people of Gaza wanted to kill Samson … Continue reading →

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Road to Somewhere

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Some go full steam ahead But toward things That don’t matter Like the world brings. The road to nowhere Which is meaningless Instead of the road That redeems us. We have chosen To step ahead…

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Step Ahead and Make an Impact

Posted on October 8, 2019 by Mark Shields

Forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 3:13-14 The purpose for the ritual … Continue reading →

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Road to Somewhere

Posted on October 7, 2019 by Mark Shields

The purpose for the ritual described in Leviticus 8 is to consecrate Aaron and his sons as priests. The whole community witnessed the ceremony where an animal was slaughtered for atonement of sins. Fluids like water, oil, and blood were … Continue reading →

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Unlimited Power Together

Posted on July 12, 2019 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
InIn the name of Jesus, There is no fear But only power Since He is here. Lay claim to the ONE That we proclaim And unites us all With power in His name. He is…

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