Tag Archives: Marriage

Second Shot

Posted on August 24, 2026 by Mark Shields

Have you ever heard of a mulligan shot—a gracious second shot that lets a player reset and try again in a friendly game of golf. That’s a beautiful picture of what God offers us in a new life with Christ. … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 07-28-2023

Posted on July 28, 2023 by Mark Shields

A poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by “Building Memories Together” which reminded that Christian living is becoming the person God wants us to be. Seeking out and taking in what is appropriate but rejecting what … Continue reading →

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Submit to One Another

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Mark Shields

Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. – Ephesians 5:21 As discussed in “A Cord of Three Strands”, we are taught that the love of Christ for the church is an example we should follow. This love is … Continue reading →

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Cord of Three Strands

Posted on April 13, 2022 by Mark Shields

At the wedding of my niece, it was pointed out in the ceremony that a marriage is a joining of a man and woman into a union of one. The couple both tied three stands of rope together to form … Continue reading →

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Affirmation to Step Ahead in Faith

Posted on September 21, 2021 by Mark Shields

Hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work. Live in peace with each other. – 1 Thessalonians 5:13 The take away in the post “Building Memories Together” is that Christian living is becoming the person God … Continue reading →

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