Tag Archives: Effort

Extra

Posted on March 16, 2018 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Giving the extra effort Will make the difference In being just average Or gaining significance. There will be obstacles But remain resolute By going the extra mile And letting God’s Word take root. There will…

Posted in Poems | Tagged determination, Difficulties, Effort, Extra Mile, Plans, Poetry, Prayer, Purpose | 2 Comments

Follow Christ and Help Others Become Followers

Posted on July 16, 2014 by Mark Shields

The message given in reading Revelation 14 is the crushing blow for those who deny Christ. Our purpose then should be to put all our attention on making sure we are followers of Christ and help as many as we … Continue reading →

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Training Takes Effort

Posted on November 3, 2012 by Mark Shields

In reflecting on yesterday’s reading of Zechariah 5-6, there is a choice we make in order to become more like Christ. Training for anything be it in sports or in life takes effort. I mentioned yesterday about going out for … Continue reading →

Posted in Zechariah | Tagged Champion For God, Choices, Christ, Christianity, Discipline, Effort, Epistle to the Colossians, God, God the Father, HolySpirit, Practice, religion, Religion and Spirituality, spirituality, Sports, Training | 2 Comments

The Gift Worthy of a Big THANKS

Posted on September 19, 2012 by Mark Shields

We get a psalm of praise for the gift worthy of big THANKS in Psalm 100. God is worthy of thanksgiving because of the promise given that Jesus will reign. When we are thankful, we have a positive attitude, we … Continue reading →

Posted in Psalm | Tagged A Thankful Heart, Care, Celebrate, Christ Jesus, Christianity, Discipline, Effort, enthusiasm, God, Positive Attitude, Praise, Psalm, Psalm 100, Religion and Spirituality, Thankfulness, Winning | 2 Comments

Leading Out of Love

Posted on July 3, 2012 by Mark Shields

Many know the right thing to do but it’s hard to follow through. Great leaders get across to good people that doing what’s right is worth the time and effort. I wrote in the post yesterday about how Nehemiah was … Continue reading →