Monthly Archives: July 2019

Making an Impact on the World

Posted on July 23, 2019 by Mark Shields

Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you. – Ephesians 4:32 The post “Ripple Affect”, offers advice about kindness and respect of elders. Treating an older man like a father and an older … Continue reading →

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Ripple Affect

Posted on July 22, 2019 by Mark Shields

During the time of writing 1 Timothy 5:1-16, widows and elders were vulnerable in society. There was no social security, no life insurance, and jobs did not provide pensions or 401k funds. Many elders or widows could not support themselves. … Continue reading →

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The Real Thing

Posted on July 19, 2019 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Good for the soul Stored up inside Like water in a lake From the mountainside. Refreshed with the real thing And not counterfeit But the Word of God For your benefit. Giving great power Through…

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Keep the Body in Which Christ Lives Both Physically and Spiritually Fit

Posted on July 18, 2019 by Mark Shields

Don’t you know that you yourselves are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit lives in you? – 1 Corinthians 3:16 Written in the post “Exercise for the Soul” is the statement that physical training has great benefits for your present … Continue reading →

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Exercise for the Soul

Posted on July 17, 2019 by Mark Shields

Paul tells Timothy that the Word of God and prayer will be his defense against false teaching. As explained in 1 Timothy 4:6-16, being nourished in the faith will provide benefits for both his present life and eternal life. Also, … Continue reading →

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