Author Archives: Mark Shields

All-Surpassing Power

Posted on April 26, 2019 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
We may face pressure But never crushed; We face uncertainty But never lack of trust. Persecution But no isolation; Maybe struck down, But no devastation. In our difficulties We overcome With a greater power To…

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Cheerful Giver

Posted on April 25, 2019 by Mark Shields

Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. – 2 Corinthians 9:7 The post “Give and Be Blessed” is about the joy received when giving to … Continue reading →

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Give and Be Blessed

Posted on April 24, 2019 by Mark Shields

As explained in 2 Corinthians 8:1-15, the motivation for giving should be to share in the service of the Lord’s people. Giving should be out of the love of the Lord that overflows so that others are blessed. Excel with … Continue reading →

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Cheerful No Matter What

Posted on April 23, 2019 by Mark Shields

Be cheerful no matter what; pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens. This is the way God wants you who belong to Christ Jesus to live. – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 As noted in the post “Comfort for … Continue reading →

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Comfort for the Downcast

Posted on April 22, 2019 by Mark Shields

Reading in 2 Corinthians 7:5-16, Paul’s appointed disciple named Titus had visited the Corinthian church and now rejoins Paul at Macedonia. The report to Paul was a good one because the Corinthian church had received Titus and were ready to … Continue reading →

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