Tag Archives: Blessings

The Kingdom of God is Within Your Heart

Posted on August 24, 2015 by Mark Shields

The Pharisees were interested in the Messiah’s kingdom but it differed from their expectations as explained in Luke 17:20-37. The Pharisees thought the Messiah’s kingdom would be in the form of government authority or military power but Jesus explains that … Continue reading →

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Planting Patience

Posted on August 22, 2015 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Own more patience; Make Christ an acquaintance; Endure distress; And God will bless. Be slow to anger By holding the Anchor. Taking in the love From up above. Patient and kind; Keeping Christ in mind;…

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Too Blessed To Be Stressed

Posted on July 18, 2015 by Mark Shields

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God blesses and Takes away our stresses. It is a plan for life To overcome strife. The more we surrender And praise His splendor, He will render Dreams to engender. Never ever doubt But follow…

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Kindness Interjection Leads to Life Redirection

Posted on June 25, 2015 by Mark Shields

In the post Bless with Gentleness, it was explained that Joseph never considered taking revenge on his brothers or those who placed him in prison. He was kind and respectful and this influenced those around him in a positive way. … Continue reading →

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Bless with Gentleness

Posted on June 24, 2015 by Mark Shields

After the death of Jacob, we read in Genesis 50 that Joseph requested that his father be buried in the land of Canaan. Since Joseph was in good standing with Pharaoh, he was granted his wish. So Joseph, along with … Continue reading →

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