Tag Archives: Christ

Surrender All

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Mark Shields

As I wrote in yesterday’s post about prayer and having patience during difficulty, anything worthwhile takes some time to acquire. When a farmer plants, the crop doesn’t appear the next day. It requires rain, fertilizer, and a lot of patience. … Continue reading →

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Certify the Plan

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Mark Shields

From yesterday’s passage and post, I learned that as we plan, there is a need to certify that plan with God’s will. We can get approval by going to Him in prayer. I really enjoy growing in the Lord with … Continue reading →

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Humbly Living for His Purpose

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Mark Shields

For any plan or purpose God has for you, attach the qualification of His will. We can grow our roots of faith by reading the Bible, going to church, reading or listening to others about faith, and putting what is … Continue reading →

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Change the World with Words

Posted on January 1, 2013 by Mark Shields

Within James 3:1-12, the untamed tongue is described as being like a forest fire that starts with a small spark but then spreads out of control. It goes throughout the whole body to set the course of one’s life on … Continue reading →

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A Friend that Goes with Us Everywhere

Posted on December 31, 2012 by Mark Shields

For many, Christmas is a time we look forward to and then there is a letdown but the feeling should last throughout the year. The Lord was born because we needed Him, He came that we might know Him more, … Continue reading →