Tag Archives: Endurance

One Mind and One Voice

Posted on June 6, 2023 by Mark Shields

May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had, so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord … Continue reading →

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Strands Together

Posted on June 5, 2023 by Mark Shields

The Golden Gate Bridge is a suspension bridge in which the load-bearing portion is hung below suspension cables. These cables are strands of metal wire twisted together like a rope. Because this cord of strands are together, it is not … Continue reading →

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Great Transformation Over Time

Posted on May 7, 2023 by Mark Shields

The picture above was taken during a winter storm in 2021. The picture below was taken during the summer of that same year. In a short time, great transformation can occur. With God by your side, you can set out … Continue reading →

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Endure Distress So He Can Bless

Posted on March 29, 2023 by Mark Shields

The reason for leap year was to adjust the calendar so the seasons would not be totally out of whack. The picture above was taken during a winter storm in 2021. The picture below was taken during the summer of … Continue reading →

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Keep Running Your Race

Posted on March 5, 2023 by Mark Shields

We are hamstrung in this world at times. Hobbled by situations but a thought from reading Psalm 52 is that the heart of God is for the righteous and the reward belongs to them. Anyone who deceives or lies to … Continue reading →

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