Author Archives: Mark Shields

🏅Champions

Posted on December 31, 2025 by Mark Shields

In sports and in life,there are habits to begin,and the first one to tryis planning to win. Everyone who competesshares one common goal—in golf, it’s guidingthe ball to the hole. In basketball, it’s aimingfor the basket so small,winning many gamesto … Continue reading →

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Stepping Into the New Year

Posted on December 30, 2025 by Mark Shields

Scripture: “See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?” – Isaiah 43:19 Reflection: As we step into a new year, we are invited to see Christ in Christmas and beyond. God is … Continue reading →

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Joining Heaven’s Worship

Posted on December 29, 2025 by Mark Shields

Scripture: “Praise the Lord, all his works everywhere in his dominion. Praise the Lord, my soul.” – Psalm 103:22 Reflection: Worship is the language of heaven and nature. When we praise, we join the eternal chorus that celebrates God’s glory. … Continue reading →

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Enduring with Eyes of Faith

Posted on December 28, 2025 by Mark Shields

Scripture: “Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus.” – Hebrews 12:1–2 Reflection:Faith is endurance. To keep going, we must fix our eyes on Jesus, not on distractions or difficulties. He is … Continue reading →

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Beyond What We Can See

Posted on December 27, 2025 by Mark Shields

Scripture: “Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine…” – Ephesians 3:20 Reflection: God calls us beyond the status quo. Though change can be uncomfortable, His plans are greater than what we … Continue reading →

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