Tag Archives: Prayer

The Thrill of Being a Champion

Posted on July 13, 2026 by Mark Shields

Think about the energy of a stadium on game day—crowds pouring in, faces painted, jerseys on, voices ready to roar. Fans endure freezing winds, long lines, and late nights because their loyalty to the team runs deep. Their commitment is … Continue reading →

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Faith is Being Sure of What We Hope For

Posted on July 8, 2026 by Mark Shields

Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. – Hebrews 11:1 A sober reading of Jeremiah 10 reminds us that idols promise much but offer nothing, a truth echoed in my … Continue reading →

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Faith is Certain of What We Do Not See

Posted on July 6, 2026 by Mark Shields

How are mountains able to see? They peak. [1] With faith, we peek into the future to keep us going in the present. Faith gained on Sunday will pull us through on Monday so we can step ahead into Tuesday, … Continue reading →

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Climbing with His Power

Posted on July 1, 2026 by Mark Shields

Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. – Colossians 3:2. A takeaway from the study Jeremiah 9 is that when we set our minds on things above and lean on God’s resources … Continue reading →

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A Higher Pursuit

Posted on June 29, 2026 by Mark Shields

Much of life is shaped by the low standards of this world, where success is measured by lofty incomes, shiny cars, and impressive houses rather than by the treasures found in God’s Word. Yet God calls His people to a … Continue reading →