Tag Archives: Boldness

Look to the Interest of Others

Posted on January 24, 2017 by Mark Shields

Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.  … Continue reading →

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Aim to Please God Only

Posted on January 23, 2017 by Mark Shields

Paul, Silas, and Timothy were at risk of being put in prison for teaching about Christ but as we read in 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16, Paul defends himself and his companions by boldly sharing the Gospel. They graciously shared with joy … Continue reading →

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It Only Takes a Spark

Posted on July 12, 2016 by Mark Shields

As shared in the post “Sparking Curiosity”, Paul began his missionary work in Athens by just meeting people and telling about Christ. This new teaching of Paul in Athens is still available to us today. Many are looking for answers … Continue reading →

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Sparking Curiosity

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Mark Shields

Paul’s meets different kinds of people in Athens as explained in Acts 17:16-34. He met philosophers and others interested in this new teaching. Athens was considered the intellectual center of the world during Paul’s time but it was also the … Continue reading →

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No Need to Cower For We Have a Great Power

Posted on June 3, 2016 by Mark Shields

In the post, The Courage to Walk against the Enemy, the photo I used was of this small cat walking in front of a line of dogs. It made me remember when a small kitten showed up at our house … Continue reading →

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