Author Archives: Mark Shields

Advancing the Gospel Even in Troubles

Posted on July 4, 2016 by Mark Shields

Paul and his companions traveled to Philippi which was a Roman colony and leading city of the district of Macedonia. Reading in Acts 16:11-24, the Jewish population of Philippi must have been limited with only a handful of Jewish women … Continue reading →

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Victory

Posted on July 3, 2016 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Pulling for the cherished local sports teams but the only thing, they lose it seems. It is better pulling for God’s great team since final victory is the main theme. The gathering place for His…

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Be the Person He Created You to Be

Posted on July 2, 2016 by Mark Shields

The third message in the sermon series titled “Man vs. Wild” was presented last weekend at the church I worship at. The title of the sermon was “Elijah – Just Like Us”. Throughout the journey of life, we can have … Continue reading →

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Visions of Hope Become Actions of a Blessed Reality

Posted on July 1, 2016 by Mark Shields

In the post “Paying Attention to Your Dreams”, written about was Paul’s vision of the man of Macedonia. Paul received this vision as he was sharing God’s Word on his missionary journey and was not sure which direction they should … Continue reading →

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Paying Attention to Dreams

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Mark Shields

Reading in Acts 16:6-10, Paul and his companions are guided by the Holy Spirit as they travel preaching the Word. Paul and his companions were headed to Asia but the Holy Spirit held them back from going there. We are … Continue reading →

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