Tag Archives: Society

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words

Posted on October 26, 2026 by Mark Shields

During the days of Jeremiah, the nation was shaped by voices that had no business leading anyone. Those in authority—men who should have guarded the people—were instead guiding them into darkness. They operated like con men and scammers, cloaked in … Continue reading →

Posted in Applied Faith, Bible Study | Tagged Bible Study, Decisions, Difficulty, Faith, Guidance, Hope, Integrity, Justice, Leadership, Obedience, Peace, Photo, Prayer, Protection, Purpose, Renewal, Restoration, Society, Strength, Trust, Vision | 2 Comments

Way to the Prize

Posted on August 15, 2024 by Mark Shields

Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. – 1 Corinthians 9:24 A thought from “Back On Track” is the … Continue reading →

Posted in Desire, Devotionals | Tagged Corruption, Desire, determination, Devotional, Encouragement, Leadership, Obedience, Praise, Prayer, Purpose, Society, Video, Worship | 1 Comment

Back On Track

Posted on August 14, 2024 by Mark Shields

Unfortunately, the photo above is for many the attitude of society but imagine multitudes realizing there is much to do and having a desire to do something about it. They start by going to God in prayer and obeying His … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Desire | Tagged Bible Study, Corruption, Desire, determination, Encouragement, Leadership, Obedience, Photo, Prayer, Purpose, Society | 2 Comments

Poetry Friday 05-26-2023

Posted on May 26, 2023 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post “The Spirit Encircles the Heart” which points out that some happenings are so horrible that they make us wake up from ill-advised indifference. We need to … Continue reading →

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Submit to One Another

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Mark Shields

Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. – Ephesians 5:21 As discussed in “A Cord of Three Strands”, we are taught that the love of Christ for the church is an example we should follow. This love is … Continue reading →