Category Archives: Discipline

✨ Thoughts for Thursday 06-18-2026

Posted on June 18, 2026 by Mark Shields

Our thoughts are powerful catalysts, sparking the momentum that propels us forward on the path God has designed. They shape our perspective, energize, direct our steps, and ignite our passion like fuel to a flame as we carry out God’s … Continue reading →

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Allowing Him to Lead

Posted on June 17, 2026 by Mark Shields

From the study of Jeremiah 7 and written about in the blog post “Spiritual Shape”, was the message delivered by Jeremiah to the people who had neglected their spiritual health with false religion and the worship of idols. The lesson … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Shape

Posted on June 15, 2026 by Mark Shields

When someone spends all day on the couch watching TV, their body inevitably drifts out of shape—and that’s exactly how many people treat their spiritual lives. We slip into lazy habits, wondering why our faith feels weak or unsteady. Just … Continue reading →

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Shine Among Them Like Stars

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Mark Shields

Do everything without grumbling or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, “children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.” Then you will shine like stars in the sky as you hold firmly to the … Continue reading →

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Stick to the Plan

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Mark Shields

What if our commitment to the purpose of God mirrored the fervor with which we pursue trivialities, such as a cup of coffee from Starbucks? Today, we note that Paul was in prison, yet his sacrifice indicates a dedication that … Continue reading →