Author Archives: Mark Shields

Responding to Difficult Situations

Posted on July 9, 2025 by Mark Shields

This day with God, receive His amazing grace, His love that surpasses all understanding, and be confident because of the unlimited power at work in you. Look forward to each day and believe each tomorrow will get better and better … Continue reading →

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Paul’s Love and Prayers for the Philippians

Posted on July 8, 2025 by Mark Shields

In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will … Continue reading →

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Nourished and Uplifted

Posted on July 7, 2025 by Mark Shields

Like nutrients flowing from the root, the very best spiritual nutrition flows from the grace of God, who sent His Son to die for our sins. This divine grace, combined with our heartfelt praise for what He has done, forms … Continue reading →

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Voices of Liberty

Posted on July 4, 2025 by Mark Shields

In parchment inked by candlelight,A rebel heart began to write—A dream defiant, bold, profound,Where freedom’s trumpet shook the ground.All are created equal, they said,With truths that would not bow nor bend.From kings they turned, from chains they tore,Their spirits surged … Continue reading →

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Statements of Faith 07-03-2025

Posted on July 3, 2025 by Mark Shields

We start by doing our part, planting small seeds of love and hope in our everyday lives. From wherever we are—imperfect, unsure, yet willing—we take the first step and trust that we can go far. Above us, a smile from … Continue reading →

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