Category Archives: Applied Faith

Doers of the Word

Posted on October 21, 2021 by Mark Shields

But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. – James 1:22 A take-away from reading God’s Word as described in the post “Useful Faith” is that faith is not the only quality we need. The Israelites … Continue reading →

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Useful Faith

Posted on October 20, 2021 by Mark Shields

Reading today in 1 Samuel 4, the Word of God will be absorbed into our heart and set our mind ready so that goodness naturally flows outward much like water overflows from a waterfall. Our faith will be applied in … Continue reading →

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Bear Much Fruit

Posted on August 31, 2021 by Mark Shields

I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. – John 15:5 The post “Faith, Hope, and Love Connection” emphasized … Continue reading →

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Faith, Hope, and Love Connection

Posted on August 30, 2021 by Mark Shields

Some collect the knowledge from God’s Word and have the wisdom but fail to produce any fruit. Not only is there a need to learn from the Word but a need to share about God’s Plan for Us.  To connect … Continue reading →

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Faith Fruitfulness

Posted on March 25, 2021 by Mark Shields

By their fruit you will recognize them. Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? – Matthew 7:16 Some collect the knowledge from God’s word and look good on the outside but fail to produce any fruit. Not … Continue reading →

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