Author Archives: Mark Shields

Being a Good Example

Posted on August 3, 2016 by Mark Shields

Paul’s main mission in life was to complete the task the Lord gave him. The picture we get in Acts 20:13-38 is the picture of complete service for Jesus Christ. He faced danger, hardship, and many other trials yet stayed … Continue reading →

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Meet Resistance Head On with Patience and Persistence

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Mark Shields

Count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. – James 1:2-4  During the … Continue reading →

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Joy Even in Trials

Posted on August 1, 2016 by Mark Shields

From Ephesus, Paul set out for Macedonia as explained in Acts 20:1-12 and ultimately to Greece. Along the way, he spoke to people about the ways of Christ and other words of encouragement. Then he stayed in Greece for three … Continue reading →

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The Week Ahead

Posted on July 31, 2016 by Mark Shields

This week, we will be sharing some thoughts from the study of Acts 20. Here are some questions for reflection to be used in the study of Acts 20:1-12: Where does Paul go? What do they talk about?  Imagine the … Continue reading →

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Future is Bright

Posted on July 29, 2016 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
The future is bright because of the sacrifice and receiving eternal life by accepting Christ. The future is bright because you are prepared by accepting God’s Plan and what you’ve declared. The future is bright…

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