Tag Archives: Boldness

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 →

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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 →

Posted in Applied Faith, Devotionals, Music, Video | Tagged Advice, Blessings, Boldness, Courage, Dreams, Faith, Future, God, Guidance, Healing, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Miracle, Prayer, Reward | 5 Comments

Movers and Shakers

Posted on January 28, 2016 by Mark Shields

Reading in Acts 4:13-31, the men of the council said nothing publicly in opposition to Peter and John who had healed a lame beggar in Jesus’ name. They were astonished at the courage and power Peter and John had demonstrated. … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Luke 14-16

Posted on August 3, 2015 by Mark Shields

In the journey through Luke 12-13, noted was how Jesus continued to lead the disciples to be bold and persuasive about how best to live even with enemies like the Pharisees who were against them. Jesus taught in parables including … Continue reading →

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Bold and Persuasive Witness

Posted on July 17, 2015 by Mark Shields

There were warnings but also encouragement as I wrote in the post Of Most Importance is Jesus in Our Heart. We should be inspired to be a bold and persuasive witness through the Holy Spirit. Because of the Holy Spirit, … Continue reading →