Tag Archives: Poise

Poise Under Pressure

Posted on October 25, 2022 by Mark Shields

Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. – Matthew 11:28 What resonated with me in reading Psalm 46 and writing thoughts in “His Mighty Arms Protect From Harm” is that things … Continue reading →

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His Mighty Arms Protect From Harm

Posted on October 24, 2022 by Mark Shields

The photo is the Brazos River near Waco Texas. Brazos is Spanish for “arms”, short for “Los Brazos de Dios” or “the arms of God.” This day with God, let us take courage as we step ahead with boldness because … Continue reading →

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Need You Now

Posted on May 11, 2021 by Mark Shields

Going a little farther, he fell to the ground and prayed that if possible the hour might pass from him. “Abba, Father,” he said, “Everything is possible for you. Take this cup from me. Yet not what I will, but … Continue reading →

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Inspiration to Aspiration

Posted on May 10, 2021 by Mark Shields

Reading in Mark 14:32-65, Jesus was in deep distress because he knew the time was near to fulfill his purpose on the cross. He prays at the Garden of Gethsemane while Peter, James, and John were supposed to keep watch … Continue reading →

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Overflowing with the Glory

Posted on April 26, 2018 by Mark Shields

All this is for your benefit, so that the grace that is reaching more and more people may cause thanksgiving to overflow to the glory of God. Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet … Continue reading →

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