Category Archives: Devotionals

Our Hope is in You

Posted on August 12, 2026 by Mark Shields

Do any of the worthless idols of the nations bring rain? Do the skies themselves send down showers?No, it is you, Lord our God. Therefore our hope is in you, For you are the one who does all this. – … Continue reading →

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Discipline Produces a Harvest of Righteousness and Peace

Posted on August 5, 2026 by Mark Shields

No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it. – Hebrews 12:11 Written about in the post “Useful For His Purpose”, … Continue reading →

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Training for Victory

Posted on July 29, 2026 by Mark Shields

The path of the righteous is like a morning sun, shining ever brighter till the full light of day. – Proverbs 4:18 The takeaway from Jeremiah 12—and the heart behind A Candle in the Dark—is that we won’t always understand … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Jeremiah 12 through 17

Posted on July 26, 2026 by Mark Shields

In our bustling world filled with demanding schedules, finding moments to connect with others and reflect on this journey we call life is truly a gift, made possible through the power of the Internet. Sharing thoughts and engaging in meaningful … Continue reading →

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Following the Plan

Posted on July 15, 2026 by Mark Shields

This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your … Continue reading →