Tag Archives: Photo

Negative Energy Spews Up

Posted on March 27, 2023 by Mark Shields

This picture was taken while going up Mt. Haleakala located on the Hawaiian Island of Maui. It’s now a dormant volcano but was responsible for forming most of Maui.  Deep inside the earth, there is all this built up negative … Continue reading →

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A Time To Reflect

Posted on March 13, 2023 by Mark Shields

Situations in life put us in a position in which there is a tension between fear and trust in God. During times of difficulty, it’s a time to reflect. It’s good to have a place to enjoy the beauty around … Continue reading →

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Higher Standard

Posted on March 12, 2023 by Mark Shields

Much of life is directed by the low standards of this world rather than God’s higher standard. The world wants to mold you with movies, social media, advertisements, and worldly pleasures. Success is defined by lofty incomes, nice cars, or … Continue reading →

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Getting To The Destination

Posted on March 2, 2023 by Mark Shields

The first step to getting to our destination is being focused on the way to God as pointed out in the scripture above. If we pay attention to the things of this world, we become stressed and confused. We are … Continue reading →

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What Matters Most

Posted on March 1, 2023 by Mark Shields

The photo was taken back in the mid 1980’s when a friend of mine from my hometown and I went on a trip to Europe. We had recently graduated from college and decided to travel before we got too busy … Continue reading →

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