Tag Archives: Patience

Our Hope is in You

Posted on August 12, 2026 by Mark Shields

Do any of the worthless idols of the nations bring rain? Do the skies themselves send down showers?No, it is you, Lord our God. Therefore our hope is in you, For you are the one who does all this. – … Continue reading →

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The Breakthrough is the Cross

Posted on August 10, 2026 by Mark Shields

As we step ahead into Jeremiah 14, it helps to imagine the prophet’s own heart—heavy, stretched, and trembling—as he intercedes for a nation wandering far from God. There were so many people to pray for, so many needs pressing in, … Continue reading →

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Discipline Produces a Harvest of Righteousness and Peace

Posted on August 5, 2026 by Mark Shields

No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it. – Hebrews 12:11 Written about in the post “Useful For His Purpose”, … Continue reading →

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A Candle in the Dark

Posted on July 27, 2026 by Mark Shields

You are my hope, my strength in the storm,A candle in the dark still burning strong.Even when the night feels long and hard,Your Light is leading me on.I hold to You, Lord, victory is Yours—In Jesus’ name I stand restored. … Continue reading →

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✝️ Statements of Faith Friday 05-29-2026

Posted on May 29, 2026 by Mark Shields

As we journey forward into the future God has prepared for us, our statements of faith serve as anchors, keeping us grounded and aligned to His Way. Rooted in the powerful truths of Jeremiah 5, these declarations are more than … Continue reading →