Tag Archives: Discipline

Enthusiastically Going After Our Treasured Reward

Posted on October 29, 2018 by Mark Shields

Reading in 1 Corinthians 9:19-27, Paul’s attitude was to be all things to all people in order to win them to Christ. Since he was single or free and did not belong to any one, he enthusiastically ran the race … Continue reading →

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The Rewards of Your Accomplishments

Posted on September 8, 2018 by Mark Shields

From Dream to Reality  Have you ever seen a track athlete close their eyes before a race or before they jump? They are visualizing success and what it will take to receive the reward of winning the race or jumping … Continue reading →

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Willpower

Posted on August 3, 2018 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
In this journey through life It takes willpower Finding routines that work Each and every hour. Like someone jogging, Building stamina Or a student Learning algebra. Both need self-discipline To start and replay Over and…

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Chipping Away

Posted on May 15, 2018 by Mark Shields

But He knows the way that I take; when He has tested me, I will come forth as gold. – Job 23:10  As brought out in the post “Lighten the Load”, we need to get rid of that extra baggage … Continue reading →

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Lighten the Load

Posted on May 14, 2018 by Mark Shields

Some thoughts after studying Proverbs 29 are that negative character qualities like not listening to advice, pride, and dishonesty adds weight on the shoulders of individuals and societies. On the other hand, following Biblical principles produces a society of people … Continue reading →

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