Tag Archives: Encouragement

Serve Others With Your Gift

Posted on July 24, 2025 by Mark Shields

Each one should use whatever gift they have received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms. – 1 Peter 4:10 Reading Philippians 2:19-30 and sharing in the post “Step Ahead Confidently Into Your Calling”, the examples … Continue reading →

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Step Ahead Confidently Into Your Calling

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Mark Shields

Each person is wonderfully made by God, crafted with care and purpose, and holds a unique place in this world. Imagine this: the moment you were born, you set a world record for being the “Youngest Person on the Planet”. … Continue reading →

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Shine Among Them Like Stars

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Mark Shields

Do everything without grumbling or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, “children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.” Then you will shine like stars in the sky as you hold firmly to the … Continue reading →

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Stick to the Plan

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Mark Shields

What if our commitment to the purpose of God mirrored the fervor with which we pursue trivialities, such as a cup of coffee from Starbucks? Today, we note that Paul was in prison, yet his sacrifice indicates a dedication that … Continue reading →

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One in Spirit and Mind

Posted on July 17, 2025 by Mark Shields

Then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind. – Philippians 2:2 The principles of teamwork and humility brought out in Philippians 2:1-11 and written about in “The Importance … Continue reading →