Tag Archives: Kindness

Grace Pours Endlessly from Above

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Mark Shields

Like a brook that flows with living water, Colossians 2:20 through 3:4 invites us into the mystery with grace that doesn’t trickle but pours endlessly from above. In these verses, Paul reminds us that we have died with Christ to … Continue reading →

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Worship Song Sunday 12-21-2025

Posted on December 21, 2025 by Mark Shields

All week, my heart has leaned into a study of Joseph’s example of forgiveness found in Psalm 50. The purpose has been to build something that lasts—not just for today, but for every tomorrow. I’ve sought truth that stirs me … Continue reading →

Posted in Forgiveness, Worship, Worship Song | Tagged Anger, Betrayals, Blessing, Blessings, Compassion, Estrangement, Eternity, Families, Forgiveness, Freedom, Future, Gentleness, Grace, Healing, Holidays, Joy, Kindness, Love, Memories, Redemption, Tension, Traditions | 2 Comments

Statements of Faith Friday 12-19-2025

Posted on December 19, 2025 by Mark Shields

✨Statements of Faith on Forgiveness and Compassion Forgiveness is hard because it asks us to release the weight of past wounds. Yet in Christ, we are reminded that letting go opens the door to peace and healing. During the holidays, … Continue reading →

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Thought from Devotional 12-18-2025

Posted on December 18, 2025 by Mark Shields

During the holidays, forgiveness often feels difficult as families gather and old wounds resurface, leaving some estranged because of words spoken in the past. Genesis 50 reminds us of Joseph, who after burying his father in Canaan returned to Egypt … Continue reading →

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Letting Go of the Past

Posted on December 17, 2025 by Mark Shields

Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, clamor, and evil speaking be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you. – Ephesians 4:31-32 In Genesis 50, … Continue reading →