Tag Archives: Apostles

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

Sense of Purpose

Posted on February 8, 2016 by Mark Shields

Through the Apostles, God was performing many signs and wonders among the people. The Sadducees opposed what God was doing through the Apostles as recorded in Acts 5:12-42. They were filled with jealousy and were concerned about the great power … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Purpose | Tagged Apostles, Boldness, Christ, God, Holy Spirit, Liberty, Life, Lord, Purpose | 1 Comment

Making the Right Decisions

Posted on October 27, 2014 by Mark Shields

Reading Luke 6:12-38, Jesus reveals a sense of responsibility when He chooses apostles to take on future leadership. His first order of business was to go out to spend an entire night on the mountainside praying (v. 12). When we … Continue reading →

Posted in Desire, Luke | Tagged Apostles, Attitude, Decisions, Desire, Direction, Encouragement, Golden Rule, Heaven, Leadership, Planning, Praying, Reward, Service | Leave a comment

Discover Your God Given Strengths

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Mark Shields

As I read 1 Chronicles 1-2, the thought occurred that everyone’s life matters. Your life matters to your parents, your children, grandchildren, your nephews, nieces, or your friend’s children. It also matters to God. What you do in life affects … Continue reading →