Tag Archives: Prayer

Stepping Ahead To A Happy New Year

Posted on December 31, 2024 by Mark Shields

We rise earlyAs the day beginsSetting prioritiesAnd seeking wins.Thoughts are clear,Concerns are sorted out,Advice is given,And there is no doubt.Planning next stepsAnd connecting the dots Knowing the missionBy gathering thoughts.Meeting challengesWith a great defenseFor the Lord is with usGiving confidence. … Continue reading →

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From Desolation to Restoration

Posted on December 30, 2024 by Mark Shields

God helps us overcome difficulty by providing us with a model to follow in Jesus who helps us to understand what God wants from us and how our faith should affect our lives. Take inspiration from this poem to help … Continue reading →

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A Jump of Faith

Posted on December 23, 2024 by Mark Shields

I remember when I was just learning how to swim. The instructor taught us how to swim forward and lift our heads out for air. Then how to float on our backs and swim backward. Then how to dive. First, … Continue reading →

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Thought From Devotional 12-20-2024

Posted on December 20, 2024 by Mark Shields

A thought from John 13:36 through 14:11 is that things were cloudy for the disciples at the Last Supper when Jesus said He would be with them for just a little longer and the disciples didn’t completely understand. In life, … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts From Devotional | Tagged Bible Study, Brightness, Clarity, Evidence, Faith, Grace, Illumination, Last Supper, Photo, Prayer, Truth | 2 Comments

Questions for Reflection for Study of Isaiah 35 Through 39

Posted on December 17, 2024 by Mark Shields

We live in a busy world with busy schedules and being able to share some thoughts about this journey with others across this world through the Internet is truly a blessing. The below Questions for Reflection will stimulate thought and … Continue reading →