Tag Archives: Optimism

Relay for Life

Posted on January 27, 2017 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
I lost my mom to cancer in 2006 and have been involve in the American Cancer Society “Relay for Life” for the past ten years. This year, I’m organizing a team to raise funds as…

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Cheerfulness

Posted on December 28, 2016 by Mark Shields

Be cheerful no matter what; pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens. This is the way God wants you who belong to Christ Jesus to live. – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18  The memories you make give you a … Continue reading →

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My Shepherd

Posted on December 27, 2016 by Mark Shields

Reading in Psalm 23, many phrases reveal David’s attitude toward God as a shepherd. He cares for our basic needs like food or water or our eternal needs with our soul. He guides us during dark times or in making … Continue reading →

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Sure Victory

Posted on December 13, 2016 by Mark Shields

In all things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. – Romans 8:37  As written about in the post “Provision”, David constantly acknowledged that his victories in battle were due to God’s provision. Just as with David, … Continue reading →

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Provision

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Mark Shields

God provided David with physical advantages like strength and speed as recorded in Psalm 18:25-50. As in the life of David, It is up to us to live the way God instructs because He is faithful to those who believe … Continue reading →

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