Tag Archives: Optimism

Redemptive Work Finished

Posted on March 25, 2024 by Mark Shields

If we focus on God’s promises, we have hope that inspires us to be persistent even when it is hard to be optimistic because our attention is on the reward rather than the difficulty so we endure. Our mind is … Continue reading →

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Spark From Mark That Warms The Heart

Posted on October 10, 2023 by Mark Shields

This day with God, take this spark from the book of Mark to warm your heart. Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. –  Mark 11:24 … Continue reading →

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See An Increase

Posted on October 9, 2023 by Mark Shields

*Why is the beach so confident? It’s 100% shore. This day with God, we can be sure of an increase in joy and peace. An increase in God’s blessings for today and every day going forward. Sometimes there are amazing … Continue reading →

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Hope in a New Day

Posted on August 20, 2023 by Mark Shields

A takeaway from Psalm 71 is to never get down because a new day will come around. God’s past action is a basis for hope. When God has been faithful and made good on promises, tell others about it so … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 08-04-2023

Posted on August 4, 2023 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by “Equipped with the Light” which offered some thoughts in how to apply our faith even if faced with difficulties. It is in dark times that light is the … Continue reading →

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