Tag Archives: Confidence

The Event that Defines Love

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Mark Shields

What happens to evil when confronted by righteousness? In contrast, if you really love your brother, how will you express it? What characteristics are essential in your life to give you confidence before God and the assurance that your prayers … Continue reading →

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Grace Flows and Faith Grows

Posted on January 30, 2025 by Mark Shields

As for you, see that what you have heard from the beginning remains in you. If it does, you also will remain in the Son and in the Father. And this is what he promised us – eternal life. – … Continue reading →

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Toward the Reward

Posted on January 29, 2025 by Mark Shields

My grandfather used to say, “This world and one more”. The current world is not perfect, but the other one is because it is the perfect place in heaven beyond what we could imagine. Questions for Reflection: What are the … Continue reading →

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Desire and Prayer

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Mark Shields

For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases Him. – Philippians 2:13 Mentioned in “Setting Sail on a New Day”, begin each day by opening God’s word. Like a ship’s sails … Continue reading →

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Setting Sail on a New Day

Posted on December 9, 2024 by Mark Shields

As we set sail on a new day, we begin by opening God’s Word. Like a boat’s sails catching the power of the wind, the Word in our heart will catch the energy of the Spirit to push us forward … Continue reading →