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The Best Way to Live

Posted on August 24, 2013 by Mark Shields

Suggestions about how to best live are brought out in Ecclesiastes 11. We are to live with passion and act out of love with little concern for receiving anything in return. Jesus fulfilled His mission with passion and this should … Continue reading →

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Which Way to Go

Posted on August 22, 2013 by Mark Shields

From Ecclesiastes 10, the lesson for me is to focus on God’s way when facing challenges. To listen, pay attention, stay calm, and be careful; knowing that God’s way is best. The study of God’s Word inclines our actions to … Continue reading →

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LORD What is it that You Want Me to be?

Posted on August 21, 2013 by Mark Shields

It is important to know what we are good at because there is a limited time to fulfill our destiny. That’s why it’s important to spend some time looking at ways to use our strengths. We can all be somebody … Continue reading →

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The Time We Spend with God is of Essence

Posted on August 19, 2013 by Mark Shields

Yesterday, I shared this link to the Sermon Podcast at the church I attend. A point I noted from the message titled “Awe Factor” is that the time we spend with God is of essence. Studying His Word, reflecting on … Continue reading →

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Desire to be Used by God

Posted on August 9, 2013 by Mark Shields

In yesterday’s post, the thought is that people are naturally acquisitive and the earth is productive yet there is a sense that something is missing. What’s missing is true joy and forever fulfillment.  Life is like running a race. This … Continue reading →

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