Tag Archives: Promises

Hope in the Lord

Posted on January 7, 2026 by Mark Shields

“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint.” – Isaiah 40:31 Reflecting on Colossians 1:1-8 as … Continue reading →

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Statements of Faith Friday From Habakkuk 1:1-11

Posted on November 14, 2025 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 Habakkuk 1:1-11, these declarations are more … Continue reading →

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Diving Into the Deep Waters and Obeying Orders

Posted on December 27, 2024 by Mark Shields

So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in Him, rooted and built up in Him, strengthened in faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. –  Colossians 2:6-7 In the study … Continue reading →

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A Jump of Faith

Posted on December 23, 2024 by Mark Shields

I remember when I was just learning how to swim. The instructor taught us how to swim forward and lift our heads out for air. Then how to float on our backs and swim backward. Then how to dive. First, … Continue reading →

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Poetry Friday 6-17-2022

Posted on June 17, 2022 by Mark Shields

Today’s poem posted at my other blog Step Ahead is inspired by the post “Count on It”. We can count on the promises of the Old Testament to be fulfilled in the New Testament. That’s Good News for all. The … Continue reading →

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