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Thoughts Begin to Flourish into Something of Beauty

Posted on August 13, 2025 by Mark Shields

The Texas Summers are brutal. Around mid-July, you start to notice certain parts of the yard drying up from the sweltering heat and lack of rain. Even with an automatic sprinkler system to irrigate the yard, there is a need … Continue reading →

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Keep Focused on What Matters

Posted on August 6, 2025 by Mark Shields

God’s plan for us is a big plus for our life now and in the future. It is essential to constantly set our minds on the things of God. This can be achieved through diligently reading and reflecting upon the … Continue reading →

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Striving for the Prize

Posted on August 4, 2025 by Mark Shields

In previous study, we noted that the Apostle Paul presents two kinds of zeal to underscore the transient nature of material possessions in comparison to the eternal value of faith in Jesus Christ. It served as a profound reminder of … Continue reading →

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Thought From Devotional 08-01-2025

Posted on August 1, 2025 by Mark Shields

In 1 John 1:1-4, we encounter the powerful truth that Jesus, the eternal Son of God, chose to dwell among us, revealing the fullness of life and light. He walked the earth, not only as a witness of God’s glory … Continue reading →

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Rivers of Living Water

Posted on July 31, 2025 by Mark Shields

On the last and greatest day of the festival, Jesus stood and said in a loud voice, “Let anyone who is thirsty come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, rivers of living water … Continue reading →