Category Archives: Courage

No Fear

Posted on December 12, 2018 by Mark Shields

Reading in 1 Corinthians 15:12-34, some did not believe in resurrection of the dead but Paul explains that the logical conclusion would then be that not even Christ was raised from the dead. On the other hand, there is no … Continue reading →

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Always by Your Side

Posted on November 15, 2016 by Mark Shields

Do not be anxious about anything but in everything by prayer and petition, present your request to God and the peace of God which transcends all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:6-7 God … Continue reading →

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Assurance Gives Endurance

Posted on November 14, 2016 by Mark Shields

As explained in reading Hosea 11-12, the people responded to God’s love and kindness not by going more to Him but away from Him. Instead of gaining assurance from His love to endure difficulty, they sacrificed to the Baals and … Continue reading →

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The courage to Start

Posted on October 7, 2016 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Start something positive Even if it’s very small And over time you will build Something great for all. So start to sail away today Away from the safe place Using the winds of the Spirit…

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Always by My Side

Posted on September 6, 2016 by Mark Shields

Reading today’s passage Acts 25:23-26:1-32, we get another example of where Paul’s courage comes from as he goes before the king Agrippa to turn a problem into an opportunity. An opportunity to share about the gospel and reach out to … Continue reading →

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