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Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mark Shields

Some days are just tough, and it’s normal to be filled with questions. Reading Habakkuk 1:1-11 reminds us that even faithful people like Habakkuk wrestled with confusion and frustration when life doesn’t make sense. There are moments when we wish … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Overcome Difficulty | Tagged Bible Study, Chaos, Difficulty, Discipline, Eternity, Frustration, Guidance, Hope, Justice, Love, Patience, Peace, Photo, Prayer, Purpose, Repentance, Restoration, Righteousness | 2 Comments

Thoughts for Thursday 11-06-2025

Posted on November 6, 2025 by Mark Shields

Our thoughts are powerful catalysts, sparking the momentum that propels us forward on the path God has designed. They shape our perspective, energize, direct our steps, and ignite our passion like fuel to a flame as we carry out God’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Devotionals, Thoughts From Devotional | Tagged Conviction, Destiny, Direction, Energize, Faith, Grace, Hope, Momentum, Passion, Photo, Purpose, Restoration, Savior, Thoughts, Thoughts From Devotional, Vision | 4 Comments

My Intercessor is My Friend

Posted on November 5, 2025 by Mark Shields

My intercessor is my friend as my eyes pour out tears to God; on behalf of a man he pleads with God as a man pleads for his friend. – Job 16:20-21 As pointed out in “The Importance of Our … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Our Relationship with God

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Mark Shields

As we approach our reading of Nahum 3, it’s important to understand the context in which this prophetic chapter unfolds. The book of Nahum presents a vivid vision of the fall of Nineveh, the capital of Assyria, portrayed as the … Continue reading →

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Worship Song Sunday Inspired by My Reflections on Nahum 2

Posted on November 2, 2025 by Mark Shields

My purpose in studying God’s Word this week has been to build something that last. Something now that inspires me towards God’s Way and something for the future that I can listen to that keeps me stepping ahead. So here … Continue reading →