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Focus On What Truly Matters

Posted on May 4, 2026 by Mark Shields

In a world filled with noise, hurry, and distraction, let us pause and focus on what truly matters. Fixing our hearts on the Lord steadies us amid the chaos, drawing us into the joy found in simple, faithful devotion. When … Continue reading →

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✨ Thoughts for Thursday 04-30-2026

Posted on April 30, 2026 by Mark Shields

In Jeremiah 1:11-19, we’re reminded that the courage to speak God’s Way is not just a calling—it’s a catalyst. Like the tender bloom of an olive branch in spring, God’s Word begins quietly but powerfully, stirring within us and blossoming … Continue reading →

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The Courage to be Different

Posted on April 27, 2026 by Mark Shields

It takes a lot of courage to have a differing opinion. In the movie “12 Angry Men”, one juror did not think a person was guilty of murder. Eleven men believed the person was guilty. The whole movie is about … Continue reading →

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✨ Thoughts for Thursday 04-23-2026

Posted on April 23, 2026 by Mark Shields

Jeremiah 1:1-10 reminds us that God calls each of us with purpose and intention, just as He did with Jeremiah—a young, hesitant prophet tasked with speaking truth to a nation teetering on the edge. Though Jeremiah felt unqualified, the Lord … Continue reading →

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Knowing Our Point in Life

Posted on April 19, 2026 by Mark Shields

Why did the pencil go to church? Because it was trying to find its point and fulfill its calling! The Lord wants all of us to know our point in life and fulfill our calling. As we read today in … Continue reading →