Tag Archives: Baseball

See It and Believe It

Posted on January 13, 2017 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Great athletes practice not only for a physical feat but also in their minds as they set out to compete. The hitter in baseball visualizes the thrower getting set for the pitch as he leans…

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Champions

Posted on December 31, 2016 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
In sports and in life there are habits to begin and the first one to try is planning to win. Everyone who competes Has one common goal. In golf, it’s getting the ball in the…

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Perfect in all of Your Ways

Posted on December 1, 2016 by Mark Shields

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. – Proverbs 3:5-6  A moving target makes success very unlikely. What … Continue reading →

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My Part of the World

Posted on February 14, 2016 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
In local news this week in Waco Texas, workers have started the process of the refurbish of  Cottonland Castle. Also, leaders are pushing for a semi-pro baseball team to come to Waco. Another news article…

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Staying in the Light

Posted on June 8, 2013 by Mark Shields

Sometimes we just need to be still and let things happen when they should. Like waiting for a red light to turn green, we just have to stay still until we get the go sign. In baseball or softball, it’s … Continue reading →

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