Tag Archives: Discipline

Walking in the Spirit

Posted on October 18, 2022 by Mark Shields

Those who are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. – Galatians 5:24-25 A thought from “Defeating the Enemy” is that victories come by … Continue reading →

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Defeating the Enemy

Posted on October 17, 2022 by Mark Shields

In the movie “Karate Kid”, the kid learned karate from the older man by doing menial task like shining cars and painting a fence. By the way, what do you call a pig that knows karate? I’ll give the answer … Continue reading →

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Armor for the Battle

Posted on April 20, 2022 by Mark Shields

In medieval times, soldiers in heavily armored attire rode on horseback to protect kings. This picture was taken while I went on a travel/study to England in 1983. It was taken at Warwick Castle in England which was built by … Continue reading →

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Devoted Fellow Servants

Posted on April 19, 2022 by Mark Shields

Test me, Lord, and try me, Examine my heart and my mind; For I have always been mindful of your unfailing love And have lived in reliance on your faithfulness. – Psalm 26:2-3 A thought from “Walking the Walk” is … Continue reading →

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Walking the Walk

Posted on April 18, 2022 by Mark Shields

God loves each of us as a child and this love inspires our obedience to living like we are loved so we make choices each day as we follow the Way. Just like being physically fit for the walk, we … Continue reading →

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