Tag Archives: Peace

Mini Vacation

Posted on April 2, 2016 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Recently, I’ve been digitizing old pictures so they can be organized and safely archived. At times, this seems like taking a mini-vacation and it sparks a poem. The pictures were taken on a trip my…

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Psalm 7-12

Posted on December 5, 2015 by Mark Shields

I’ve posted over the last few weeks some thoughts from the study of Psalm 1-6. The objective of any Bible study should be to not only learn the main principles of the Word but to keep the Word in our … Continue reading →

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Jesus Came

Posted on December 4, 2015 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Jesus came to fulfill God’s covenant; A chance to be free without any punishment. Jesus came with Good News and concern; Going throughout Galilee so many would learn. Jesus came with spirit and liberty; Preaching…

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Higher, Deeper, and Wider

Posted on November 27, 2015 by Mark Shields

God is big enough to produce something for everyone. He’s not limited and doesn’t have to divvy up small amounts. Let Him take you with Him today a little higher, deeper, and wider. When He does, share with others about … Continue reading →

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Divine Favor

Posted on November 25, 2015 by Mark Shields

In the midst of a distressful uprising, King David appealed to God as written in Psalm 4. He speaks of his relationship with God as one in which there is constant conversation through prayer (v. 3) and a feeling of … Continue reading →

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