Author Archives: Mark Shields

Walking the Walk

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Mark Shields

God loves each of us as a child and this love inspires our obedience to living like we are loved so we make choices each day as we follow the Way. Just like being physically fit for the walk, we … Continue reading →

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Life has Strains but Hope Remains

Posted on April 15, 2022 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
To the cross He was led Where His blood was shed But a better day ahead When raised from the dead. Life has its strains But hope remains Since God does care, There is repair.…

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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 →

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Cord of Three Strands

Posted on April 13, 2022 by Mark Shields

At the wedding of my niece, it was pointed out in the ceremony that a marriage is a joining of a man and woman into a union of one. The couple both tied three stands of rope together to form … Continue reading →

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Healing Rain of Faith

Posted on April 12, 2022 by Mark Shields

So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in Him, rooted and built up in Him, strengthened in faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. – Colossians 2:6-7 Brought out in … Continue reading →

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