Tag Archives: Healing

Forgiveness and Healing During the Holidays

Posted on December 15, 2025 by Mark Shields

Why Is It So Hard to Forgive? A Holiday Reflection Inspired by Genesis 50 During the holiday season, families prepare to gather—around tables, in living rooms, and in sacred spaces. Laughter will echo, memories will be shared, and traditions will … Continue reading →

Posted in Forgiveness, Holiday | Tagged Anger, Betrayals, Blessing, Blessings, Compassion, Estrangement, Eternity, Families, Forgiveness, Freedom, Future, Gentleness, Grace, Healing, Holidays, Joy, Kindness, Love, Memories, Redemption, Tension, Traditions | 1 Comment

Bless Within the Mess

Posted on September 2, 2025 by Mark Shields

Jonah said: “In my distress I called to the Lord, and he answered me. From deep in the realm of the dead I called for help, and you listened to my cry.” – Jonah 2:2 Just as Jonah was swallowed … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Overcome Difficulty | Tagged Christian Music, Devotional, Difficulties, Faith, Gospel Music, Gratitude, Guidance, Healing, Joy, Peace, Perseverance, Praise, Progress, Strength, Trust, Worship | 1 Comment

Help to Pull Through and Press On

Posted on September 1, 2025 by Mark Shields

Life often brings disappointments, with circumstances beyond our control and past experiences that leave us struggling. Yet, during these challenges, God offers His steady help. When we call upon the King of heaven, He gives us the strength to persevere, … Continue reading →

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Acceptance

Posted on June 12, 2025 by Mark Shields

Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God. – Romans 15:7 Only God can look at somebody’s heart and see value when others may not. He values everyone so much that He … Continue reading →

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The Lord is the Ultimate Reward

Posted on June 11, 2025 by Mark Shields

Isaiah prophesied in a time when Jerusalem was spiritually corrupt, and they needed a deliverer. Reading today in Isaiah 62 the advice is to be prepared, on watch, and ready for the coming of the the ultimate reward in the … Continue reading →