Category Archives: Music

Seeking to Win More Souls for God

Posted on February 19, 2016 by Mark Shields

I’m studying in Acts 8 about the early church being persecuted and scattered. History has a way of repeating itself but somehow we seem to not learn the lessons of the past. I remember one time putting an office chair … Continue reading →

Posted in Desire, Devotionals, Music, Video | Tagged Challenges, Christianity, Churches, Confidence, Eternal Life, God, Holy Spirit, Prayer, Word of God, World | 3 Comments

No Fear Because He’s Near

Posted on February 11, 2016 by Mark Shields

As written in the post Focused on Our Strength, the early church experienced growing pains but the disciples set priorities, discovered their strength, and delegated some responsibilities to those blessed with special skills. The results were very positive and this … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Devotionals, Music, Strength, Video | Tagged Church, Community, Courage, Delegation, Holy Spirit, Leadership, Prayer, Priorities, Vision | 7 Comments

Following the Holy Spirit and Playing Our Unique Part in this World

Posted on February 9, 2016 by Mark Shields

In the post Sense of Purpose, the followers of Christ were put in jail for speaking in His name. Isn’t it disheartening that now over 2,000 years have passed and there are those in our current society with similar thoughts? … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Music, Purpose, Video | Tagged Apostles, Boldness, Christ, Free Speech, Freedom, God, Holy Spirit, Inspiration, Liberty, Life, Lord, Purpose | 1 Comment

Partnership in the Faith

Posted on February 2, 2016 by Mark Shields

In the post Believe and Have No Need, I wrote about the believers becoming of one in heart and mind. It was not about the individual but about something bigger. It was about working together to spread the Good News … Continue reading →

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He Blesses Those Who Seek His Advice

Posted on January 29, 2016 by Mark Shields

In the study of Peter and John as written about in the post Movers and Shakers, we get an example of their boldness as they stood up to the rulers, the elders, and the teachers of the law. They went … Continue reading →