Monthly Archives: January 2016

The Spirit Aflame

Posted on January 31, 2016 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
The aim should always be That no one remains the same But that everyone is changed And the Spirit is aflame. Relationships change us As we meet new folks Who we learn from And help…

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Sermon Thoughts

Posted on January 30, 2016 by Mark Shields

The message last week at the church I worship was titled “Sweet Dreams – What Keeps You Up At Night? Am I Making a Difference”? Here is a link to the podcast which is live at 9:30 central time each … Continue reading →

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He Blesses Those Who Seek His Advice

Posted on January 29, 2016 by Mark Shields

In the study of Peter and John as written about in the post Movers and Shakers, we get an example of their boldness as they stood up to the rulers, the elders, and the teachers of the law. They went … Continue reading →

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Movers and Shakers

Posted on January 28, 2016 by Mark Shields

Reading in Acts 4:13-31, the men of the council said nothing publicly in opposition to Peter and John who had healed a lame beggar in Jesus’ name. They were astonished at the courage and power Peter and John had demonstrated. … Continue reading →

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We are Never Alone in Difficult Times

Posted on January 27, 2016 by Mark Shields

Many times people will oppose us just like in the post Boldness Given by the Holy Spirit when Peter proclaimed Christ as the Savior before the group that had crucified Him. Like Peter, when sharing about Christ we might face … Continue reading →

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