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Training Takes Effort

Posted on November 3, 2012 by Mark Shields

In reflecting on yesterday’s reading of Zechariah 5-6, there is a choice we make in order to become more like Christ. Training for anything be it in sports or in life takes effort. I mentioned yesterday about going out for … Continue reading →

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Apple of His Eye

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Mark Shields

In Zechariah 1:7-2:13, there are three visions. The first is about what God can do. The second is that pride can be dangerous, and the third vision is about God’s interest in our future. Zechariah had several questions and all … Continue reading →

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Attention to God

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Mark Shields

After studying and reflecting on yesterday’s reading of Zechariah 1:1-6, the thought that came to mind was the importance of our attention to God. Like the focus of an athlete in training for their sport, we should focus on God. … Continue reading →

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Ideas for Building Up Physical and Spiritual Health

Posted on October 13, 2012 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, I’ve been writing about the importance of physical and spiritual health. In this final post on this subject, I’d like to put forth some ideas. Each day is a new day and our today can … Continue reading →

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Worthy Because of Christ

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Mark Shields

Covered in Psalm 106 are events from Moses leading God’s people out of Egypt to when Israel was taken by the Babylonians. The people were being led to the Promised Land but on the journey, they complained about the need … Continue reading →