Author Archives: Mark Shields

Following the ONE who Speaks Life

Posted on November 26, 2014 by Mark Shields

Reading in Luke 9:18-36, Jesus ask this question to His disciples, “Who do the crowds say I am (v.18)?” They replied, “Some say John the Baptist, others say Elijah; and still others, that one of the prophets of long ago … Continue reading →

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Multiplying What We Have

Posted on November 25, 2014 by Mark Shields

Give what we have to Christ and He will multiply what we have so that all our problems and all our needs are satisfied. He’s with us fixing problems at work, at home and wherever we are with the strength … Continue reading →

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Lesson in Leadership

Posted on November 24, 2014 by Mark Shields

Image Source The twofold ministry of the disciples described in Luke 9:1-17 were to drive out all demons and to cure diseases (v. 2). Many leadership principles can be learned in this passage. They include planning, organizing, directing, problem solving, … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Luke 9

Posted on November 21, 2014 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks in the study of Luke, written about were some thoughts and ideas that we can apply as we journey through life. God has unlimited power and this power is demonstrated in the actions of His … Continue reading →

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Doing Out of the Ordinary Things to Help Others

Posted on November 20, 2014 by Mark Shields

In the post Give Others a Recharge, I wrote about two miracles of Jesus. He was doing out of the ordinary things to help people but gave credit to the Father. The miracles happened and they will happen in the … Continue reading →

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