Category Archives: Faith

Knowing We Are Growing

Posted on February 20, 2025 by Mark Shields

And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. – 1 John 5:11 A thought from “The Future is Bright for Those Who See the Light“ is that big opportunities are … Continue reading →

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The Future is Bright for Those Who See the Light

Posted on February 19, 2025 by Mark Shields

The Word illuminates the Way like the brilliance of the sun on a cloudless morning showing us the Way day by day so that those that follow step ahead towards a brighter future. From our previous study, love is God’s … Continue reading →

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Stepping Ahead To A Happy New Year

Posted on December 31, 2024 by Mark Shields

We rise earlyAs the day beginsSetting prioritiesAnd seeking wins.Thoughts are clear,Concerns are sorted out,Advice is given,And there is no doubt.Planning next stepsAnd connecting the dots Knowing the missionBy gathering thoughts.Meeting challengesWith a great defenseFor the Lord is with usGiving confidence. … Continue reading →

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Diving Into the Deep Waters and Obeying Orders

Posted on December 27, 2024 by Mark Shields

So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in Him, rooted and built up in Him, strengthened in faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. –  Colossians 2:6-7 In the study … Continue reading →

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A Jump of Faith

Posted on December 23, 2024 by Mark Shields

I remember when I was just learning how to swim. The instructor taught us how to swim forward and lift our heads out for air. Then how to float on our backs and swim backward. Then how to dive. First, … Continue reading →

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