Tag Archives: Victories

Statements of Faith 07-11-2025

Posted on July 11, 2025 by Mark Shields

Rooted in the Divine, Jesus is the Vine—the lifeline through which strength, wisdom, and purpose flow. And when we remain connected to Him, the wins begin, not by our might, but by the gentle guidance of the Spirit within. This … Continue reading →

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Share the Good News

Posted on May 8, 2025 by Mark Shields

How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, “Your God reigns!”. – Isaiah 52:7 As brought out in the post … Continue reading →

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Lift to New Heights

Posted on May 7, 2025 by Mark Shields

The picture above was taken some years ago at the Heart of Texas Fair and Rodeo. After we spent some time at the fair, we went to the Joe Nichols concert. The next day, it was great weather … as … Continue reading →

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Walking in the Spirit

Posted on October 18, 2022 by Mark Shields

Those who are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. – Galatians 5:24-25 A thought from “Defeating the Enemy” is that victories come by … Continue reading →

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Defeating the Enemy

Posted on October 17, 2022 by Mark Shields

In the movie “Karate Kid”, the kid learned karate from the older man by doing menial task like shining cars and painting a fence. By the way, what do you call a pig that knows karate? I’ll give the answer … Continue reading →

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