Monthly Archives: December 2016

Champions

Posted on December 31, 2016 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
In sports and in life there are habits to begin and the first one to try is planning to win. Everyone who competes Has one common goal. In golf, it’s getting the ball in the…

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Approach God With Freedom and Confidence

Posted on December 30, 2016 by Mark Shields

In Him and through faith in Him we may approach God with freedom and confidence. – Ephesians 3:12  As shared in the post “Ascending the Mountain of the Lord”, it’s never too late to make a climb higher towards the … Continue reading →

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Ascending the Mountain of the Lord

Posted on December 29, 2016 by Mark Shields

In verse 3 of Psalm 24 is this essential question: Who may ascend the mountain of the Lord? Image Source By accepting Christ, we can meet the standard set out in verse 4 of today’s passage. Then we start becoming … Continue reading →

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Cheerfulness

Posted on December 28, 2016 by Mark Shields

Be cheerful no matter what; pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens. This is the way God wants you who belong to Christ Jesus to live. – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18  The memories you make give you a … Continue reading →

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My Shepherd

Posted on December 27, 2016 by Mark Shields

Reading in Psalm 23, many phrases reveal David’s attitude toward God as a shepherd. He cares for our basic needs like food or water or our eternal needs with our soul. He guides us during dark times or in making … Continue reading →

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