Monthly Archives: September 2025

Statements of Faith from 1 John 3:11-24

Posted on September 7, 2025 by Mark Shields

Here are some statements of faith from the study of 1 John 3:11-24. Say them aloud, write them down, or simply reflect on them. May they uplift and empower you for a great week! I am deeply loved with a … Continue reading →

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Thought From Devotional 09-05-2025

Posted on September 5, 2025 by Mark Shields

Let us reflect on how love is truly expressed—not merely in words or fleeting gestures, but in the profound willingness to lay down one’s life for another. This ultimate act of love was exemplified by Jesus on the cross, where … Continue reading →

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Share The Good News

Posted on September 4, 2025 by Mark Shields

All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. – 2 Timothy 3:16-17 As shared in ”Fulfilling Our Mission”, the … Continue reading →

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Fulfilling Our Mission

Posted on September 3, 2025 by Mark Shields

Looking back so far at the Journey through the book of Jonah. God called Jonah to go to Nineveh and warn its people of their sinful ways, offering them a chance to turn back to Him. However, Jonah resisted this … Continue reading →

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Bless Within the Mess

Posted on September 2, 2025 by Mark Shields

Jonah said: “In my distress I called to the Lord, and he answered me. From deep in the realm of the dead I called for help, and you listened to my cry.” – Jonah 2:2 Just as Jonah was swallowed … Continue reading →