Tag Archives: Improvement

Touch the Heights of Excellence

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Mark Shields

I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 3:14 Valuable insights were gained from Paul’s teaching as laid out in “Striving for the Prize”. Some of … Continue reading →

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Striving for the Prize

Posted on August 4, 2025 by Mark Shields

In previous study, we noted that the Apostle Paul presents two kinds of zeal to underscore the transient nature of material possessions in comparison to the eternal value of faith in Jesus Christ. It served as a profound reminder of … Continue reading →

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Thought From Devotional 11-08-2024

Posted on November 8, 2024 by Mark Shields

A thought from John 12:12-19 is how Jesus put in the effort to care for people. He got on a donkey and the people waved palm branches as He was on the pathway to passion. Jesus was ready to carry … Continue reading →

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On the Pathway to Passion

Posted on January 16, 2024 by Mark Shields

They took palm branches and went out to meet Him, shouting, “Hosanna! “Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! “Blessed is the king of Israel!” – John 12:13 Shared in the post “Spirit Inside to Guide” … Continue reading →

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Spirit Inside to Guide

Posted on January 15, 2024 by Mark Shields

Like the caterpillar that transforms into a beautiful butterfly, we are changed when we accept Jesus in our heart. This day with God, we seek to understand and help others understand the Way taught by Jesus. Because of Jesus, we … Continue reading →