Tag Archives: Courage

Fill Your Bucket With God’s Goodness

Posted on April 22, 2025 by Mark Shields

In Him and through faith in Him we may approach God with freedom and confidence. – Ephesians 3:12 Pointed out in “Spooked by Something New”, sometimes obedience seems like a hardship. We had rather stick to our difficult or complicated … Continue reading →

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Spooked by Something New

Posted on April 21, 2025 by Mark Shields

Reading Isaiah 48, God gave the explicit command to leave Babylon with joy (v. 20), but the people did not want to leave and go back to the holy land. They had raised families, built houses, and settled in their … Continue reading →

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Looking Back at Isaiah 40-44 for Encouragement on the Journey Ahead

Posted on April 7, 2025 by Mark Shields

The journey through Isaiah 40-44 has been a powerful reminder that life, with all its challenges, is made victorious through Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross. In Him, we find everything we need: the Wonderful Counselor to guide us, the Mighty … Continue reading →

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God will Strengthen and Help

Posted on March 25, 2025 by Mark Shields

So do not fear, for I am with you; Do not be dismayed, for I am your God.I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. – Isaiah 41:10 Explained in “Courage to … Continue reading →

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Courage To Make A Stand

Posted on March 24, 2025 by Mark Shields

The picture above of the United States Marine Corps War Memorial was taken by my daughter when she went to Washington D. C. on a class trip years ago. Making a stand against those that oppose takes courage. The courage … Continue reading →

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