Tag Archives: Personality

Fear Can Disappear

Posted on April 29, 2026 by Mark Shields

“They will fight against you but will not overcome you, for I am with you and will rescue you,” declares the Lord. – Jeremiah 1:19 When God is with us, fear can disappear. As brought out in “The Courage to … Continue reading →

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The Courage to be Different

Posted on April 27, 2026 by Mark Shields

It takes a lot of courage to have a differing opinion. In the movie “12 Angry Men”, one juror did not think a person was guilty of murder. Eleven men believed the person was guilty. The whole movie is about … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 5-20-2022

Posted on May 20, 2022 by Mark Shields

Today’s poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by “Fulfilling Our Purpose Out of Love”.  Jesus’ ministry is not in the procedure but in the person of Christ who creatively used the sense of touch in healing … Continue reading →

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Heart that Fosters Love of Neighbor

Posted on December 21, 2021 by Mark Shields

Whoever would foster love covers over an offense, but whoever repeats the matter separates close friends. – Proverbs 17:9 The post “Close Friends” brought out the importance of our friendships. Saul was jealous of David’s success. Instead, Saul should have … Continue reading →

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Close Friends

Posted on December 20, 2021 by Mark Shields

Neighbors need to get to know each other, build each other up, and build memories together. This photo was taken before a July 4th parade in my neighborhood back in 2009. The kids on their bikes now have their own … Continue reading →

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