Tag Archives: Joy

Cornerstone

Posted on January 5, 2026 by Mark Shields

In Colossians 1:1-8, Paul opens his letter with a warm greeting to the faithful brothers and sisters in Christ at Colossae, affirming their steadfastness in the gospel despite the confusion stirred by false teachings. His words remind us that even … Continue reading →

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Enduring with Eyes of Faith

Posted on December 28, 2025 by Mark Shields

Scripture: “Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus.” – Hebrews 12:1–2 Reflection:Faith is endurance. To keep going, we must fix our eyes on Jesus, not on distractions or difficulties. He is … Continue reading →

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The Star That Leads to the King

Posted on December 24, 2025 by Mark Shields

Scripture: “We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.” – Matthew 2:2 Reflection: The star guided the Magi to Jesus, the true King. Today, faith is our guiding star, leading us to Christ who fills … Continue reading →

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Creation Rejoices

Posted on December 23, 2025 by Mark Shields

Scripture: “The mountains and hills will burst into song before you, and all the trees of the field will clap their hands.” – Isaiah 55:12 Reflection: Redemption is not just for humanity; all creation rejoices in God’s work. The mountains … Continue reading →

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Good News Reporter

Posted on December 21, 2025 by Mark Shields

Imagine stepping into the role of a Good News Reporter, not for the Sunday morning paper but for the eternal story unfolding in our lives. Just as a journalist captures the highlights of a press conference or a breaking event, … Continue reading →

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