Author Archives: Mark Shields

Finish Strong

Posted on February 17, 2017 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Get involved in the work The Spirit has imparted With wholehearted effort To finish what was started. Be ready for the call By being worshipful; Prompted by strong faith And always being purposeful. Use God’s…

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Never Tire of Doing What is Good

Posted on February 16, 2017 by Mark Shields

And as for you, brothers and sisters, never tire of doing what is good. – 2 Thessalonians 3:13  Sharing some thoughts in the post “Leading by Example”, the main problem discussed was idleness. Paul emphasized being an example to others … Continue reading →

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Leading by Example

Posted on February 15, 2017 by Mark Shields

The problem discussed in reading 2 Thessalonians 3:6-17 is idleness and not willing to work for a living. Idleness leads to disruptiveness but being busy in important matters leads to productiveness. Using time wisely, having priorities, and overcoming the obstacles … Continue reading →

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Faith for Every Moment of Every Day

Posted on February 14, 2017 by Mark Shields

So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in Him, rooted and built up in Him, strengthened in faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. – Colossians 2:6-7  As crystalized in … Continue reading →

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Living Out the Truth

Posted on February 13, 2017 by Mark Shields

Reading in 2 Thessalonians 2:13 through 3:5, Paul explains that every individual is responsible for believing in the truth, holding on to the truth, and living out the truth. The hardest to accomplish is to live out the truth. We … Continue reading →

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