Category Archives: Discipline

Grace Polishing the Flaws

Posted on July 11, 2019 by Mark Shields

If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you. This is to my Father’s glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples. – John … Continue reading →

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Unfinished Masterpiece

Posted on July 10, 2019 by Mark Shields

This day with God, let us take in the discipline from His Word found in 1 Timothy 3:1-13 which explains the characteristics that pastors should have including being faithful to their spouse, being temperate, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, and good teachers … Continue reading →

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Chipping Away

Posted on May 15, 2018 by Mark Shields

But He knows the way that I take; when He has tested me, I will come forth as gold. – Job 23:10  As brought out in the post “Lighten the Load”, we need to get rid of that extra baggage … Continue reading →

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Lighten the Load

Posted on May 14, 2018 by Mark Shields

Some thoughts after studying Proverbs 29 are that negative character qualities like not listening to advice, pride, and dishonesty adds weight on the shoulders of individuals and societies. On the other hand, following Biblical principles produces a society of people … Continue reading →

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Taking in More Spiritual Food

Posted on March 21, 2018 by Mark Shields

Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance, perseverance, character, and character, hope. – Romans 5:3 Taking in more spiritual food and less junk food is a great idea for shedding … Continue reading →

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