Author Archives: Mark Shields

Stand the Test and Receive the Best

Posted on September 20, 2016 by Mark Shields

Each one should use whatever gift they have received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms. – 1 Peter 4:10  What should you do when people don’t understand or accept God’s message? One idea written about … Continue reading →

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Discover What You Do Best

Posted on September 19, 2016 by Mark Shields

Paul’s message to the Jews in Rome as recorded in Acts 28:23-31  was that salvation was available to everyone and we should urgently spreading the Good News. Even though salvation is available to all, Paul explained that many would not … Continue reading →

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Thoughts

Posted on September 16, 2016 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
We all have the ability to think and recall to reason and visualize; to have the wherewithal. So choose to create and imagine it all. Putting thought Into the long haul. It may take some…

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Receive the Best by Withstanding the Test

Posted on September 15, 2016 by Mark Shields

Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God promised to those who love him. – James 1:12  In Acts 23:11, Paul was promised that … Continue reading →

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Christ in our Heart is a Promised Treasure

Posted on September 14, 2016 by Mark Shields

Finally Paul arrives at Rome as recorded in Acts 28:11-22. Testifying about Jesus in Rome had been what he had set his sights on for a long time. His arrival in Rome demonstrates God’s faithfulness for He had promised Paul … Continue reading →

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