Tag Archives: Reward

Shining Over Us

Posted on September 23, 2021 by Mark Shields

And I want you to know, dear brothers and sisters, that everything that has happened to me here has helped to spread the Good News.  – Philippians 1:12 The post “Equipped with the Light” offered some thoughts in how to … Continue reading →

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Equipped with the Light

Posted on September 22, 2021 by Mark Shields

When the Son of God shines on you my friend, you cannot help but reflect the bright light and provide some sunshine into the lives of others. Reading today in 1 Peter 3:13 through 4:6, we will offer some thoughts … Continue reading →

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Bear Much Fruit

Posted on August 31, 2021 by Mark Shields

I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. – John 15:5 The post “Faith, Hope, and Love Connection” emphasized … Continue reading →

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Faith, Hope, and Love Connection

Posted on August 30, 2021 by Mark Shields

Some collect the knowledge from God’s Word and have the wisdom but fail to produce any fruit. Not only is there a need to learn from the Word but a need to share about God’s Plan for Us.  To connect … Continue reading →

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Persistent and Optimistic

Posted on May 1, 2021 by Mark Shields

If you focus on God’s promises, you have hope that inspires you to be persistent even when it is hard to be optimistic because your attention is on the reward rather than the difficulty so you endure. Your mind is … Continue reading →

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