Tag Archives: Obedience

Writing a Story with a Happy Ending

Posted on November 4, 2026 by Mark Shields

My son, pay attention to my wisdom; lend your ear to my understanding, that you may preserve discretion, and your lips may keep knowledge. – Proverbs 5:1-2 A takeaway from the post “Focus on the Right Path” is that over … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Focus | Tagged Challenges, Christian Music, Devotional, Difficulties, Focus, Gospel Music, Knowledge, Obedience, Prayer, Wisdom, Worship | 4 Comments

Focus on the Right Path

Posted on November 2, 2026 by Mark Shields

Reading today Jeremiah 25, the people were not focused on the right path. Noted is that Jeremiah had spent twenty‑three long years lifting his voice, calling his generation away from empty idol worship and the deceptions that dulled their devotion … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Focus | Tagged Bible Study, Courage, Creation, Faith, Focus, Grace, Hope, Humility, Love, Mercy, Obedience, Photo, Power, Prayer, Purpose, Scripture, Strength, Vision, Wisdom, Wonder | 3 Comments

✝️ Statements of Faith Friday 10-30-2026

Posted on October 30, 2026 by Mark Shields

Like with the vision of the two baskets of figs in Jeremiah 24, a picture is worth a thousand words. With God shaping the vision, we receive pictures in our mind that uplift, strengthen, and fill our heart with the … Continue reading →

Posted in Applied Faith, Statement of Faith | Tagged Confidence, Courage, Empower, Guidance, Hope, Integrity, Mission, Obedience, Purpose, Reflection, Statements of Faith, Strength, Trust, Truth, Vision, Wisdom | 2 Comments

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words

Posted on October 26, 2026 by Mark Shields

During the days of Jeremiah, the nation was shaped by voices that had no business leading anyone. Those in authority—men who should have guarded the people—were instead guiding them into darkness. They operated like con men and scammers, cloaked in … Continue reading →

Posted in Applied Faith, Bible Study | Tagged Bible Study, Decisions, Difficulty, Faith, Guidance, Hope, Integrity, Justice, Leadership, Obedience, Peace, Photo, Prayer, Protection, Purpose, Renewal, Restoration, Society, Strength, Trust, Vision | 4 Comments

Aligned and True

Posted on September 28, 2026 by Mark Shields

While off during summers going through college, I worked for a construction company. In construction, builders rely on specific tools to measure the integrity of what is being built, ensuring every part can stand strong and true. When building a … Continue reading →