Tag Archives: Optimism

Step Ahead with Optimism and Courage

Posted on May 31, 2021 by Mark Shields

Like the excitement of planning a vacation destination, reading the Bible can also provide excitement as we daily read scripture and journey through life. Today we are reading what many would say is the most exciting part of the Bible … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, victory | Tagged Amazement, Bible Study, Boldness, Courage, Excitement, Faith, Joy, Optimism, Photo, Prayer, victory | 3 Comments

Hopefulness

Posted on May 25, 2021 by Mark Shields

Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. – Mark 11:24 The take away in the post “Awesome Wonder” is that when facing difficulty, don’t get discouraged … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Optimism | Tagged Back to the Future, Creation, Devotional, Journey, Music, Optimism, Praise, Swiss Alps, travel, Worship | 1 Comment

Awesome Wonder

Posted on May 24, 2021 by Mark Shields

After college, I traveled for three weeks in Europe with a high school buddy and took this photo of the Swiss Alps. Our Creator produced a master piece when He made the Swiss Alps. Thinking about this photo, I’m reminded … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Optimism | Tagged Back to the Future, Bible Study, Creation, Journey, Optimism, Photo, Prayer, Swiss Alps, travel | 4 Comments

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 →

Posted in Bible Study, Devotionals | Tagged Bible Study, Devotional, Faith, Focus, Hope, Inspiration, Optimism, Persistence, Photo, Reward, victory | 1 Comment

Unshakable Kingdom

Posted on March 19, 2021 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
The world wants to trust The wisdom of science Yet wrong assertions Cause no reliance. ? The world believes Money will bless Yet it is limited And causes stress. ? So reconcile to God Through…