Tag Archives: Obedience

Poetry Friday 06-16-2023

Posted on June 16, 2023 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the “Climbing Higher” which emphasizes the need to spend our time on activities that provide a heart of wisdom. The value of these activities will rise over time … Continue reading →

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Daily Quiet Time

Posted on February 26, 2023 by Mark Shields

A thought from a recent devotional is that sacrificing a little time and being obedient with a daily quiet time, prayer, and planning is a sure way to successfully get ready for the challenges each day brings. Index of devotionals

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The Wise Are Under Control

Posted on February 16, 2023 by Mark Shields

A fool gives full vent to his anger, but a wise man keeps himself under control – Proverbs 29:11 Detailed in “Endure Some Distress and the Lord Will Bless” was that David wanted to take his anger out on Israel … Continue reading →

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Endure Some Distress and the Lord Will Bless

Posted on February 15, 2023 by Mark Shields

We have good days and bad days but each day is a new day and day by day, little things can become big things that lead to the amazing with Gods help. Rather than let anger pull you down, take … Continue reading →

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Armor for the Battle

Posted on April 20, 2022 by Mark Shields

In medieval times, soldiers in heavily armored attire rode on horseback to protect kings. This picture was taken while I went on a travel/study to England in 1983. It was taken at Warwick Castle in England which was built by … Continue reading →

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