Author Archives: Mark Shields

Care and Share

Posted on August 9, 2016 by Mark Shields

In the post “Stirring Each Other Up”, I shared some thoughts on actively seeking out others to care about and share God’s Word with at our places of work, in our neighborhoods, or at the schools we attend.  The lost … Continue reading →

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Stirring Each Other Up

Posted on August 8, 2016 by Mark Shields

Paul and his party left Ephesus and headed to Tyre. In Acts 21:1-6, we are told that as soon as they landed from the voyage that had lasted about a week, Paul set out immediately to seek a Bible teaching … Continue reading →

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The Week Ahead

Posted on August 7, 2016 by Mark Shields

This week, we will be sharing some thoughts from the study of Acts 21. Here are some questions for reflection to be used in the study of Acts 21:1-6: What initiative does Paul take at Tyre? In what ways and … Continue reading →

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Opportunity

Posted on August 5, 2016 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
We live in great abundance with opportunities for those even with few which the dreamers of the past thought about but never ever knew. God’s resources are plentiful but His people question so rather than…

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Accepting God’s Grace and Finishing this Race Called Life

Posted on August 4, 2016 by Mark Shields

However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord has given me – the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace. – Acts … Continue reading →

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