Tag Archives: Obstacles

Heart of a Champion

Posted on November 18, 2015 by Mark Shields

If we live by God’s Word, we are like a tree firmly planted by a stream that has plenty of water. We are always refreshed and daily produce fruit in season. In the post Delight and Meditate on the Word … Continue reading →

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Delight and Meditate on the Word of God

Posted on November 17, 2015 by Mark Shields

In Psalm 1, we are told that those who delight and meditate on the Word of God receive the spiritual nourishment needed to grow and prosper. Similar to a tree planted near streams of water, those who are near to … Continue reading →

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Initiating Spiritual Growth

Posted on April 23, 2015 by Mark Shields

By initiating spiritual growth with regular Bible Study and reflecting on experiences along the journey, there will be spiritual maturity. What we write about today may not sink in but write it anyway and someday your words like seeds will … Continue reading →

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Boldly Stepping Ahead on the Journey

Posted on April 22, 2015 by Mark Shields

Image Source Because of God’s guidance, Jacob had gained wealth even when Laban continued to put obstacles in his way. Reading in Genesis 32, God now sends angels to help Jacob as he boldly steps ahead on the journey back … Continue reading →

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No More Hard Times or Pain or Sadness

Posted on August 25, 2014 by Mark Shields

In the post New Heaven and New Earth, John visualizes and shares with us about a place where there are no more hard times; no more death or mourning or pain. No more sadness, hunger, or thirst. Thinking of this … Continue reading →

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