Tag Archives: Character

Giving a Little Extra as We Step Ahead

Posted on July 9, 2014 by Mark Shields

Right now and into the future, there will be confusing days and tough days. What must be done is to maintain faith in God’s ways and to go the extra mile as we step ahead; to be a friend to … Continue reading →

Posted in Going Extra Mile, Revelation | Tagged Character, Faith, Future, God’s Way, Going the Extra Mile, Hope, Journey, Life, Perseverance, Power, Present | 2 Comments

Battle Tested

Posted on March 11, 2014 by Mark Shields

Those who are wise will instruct many, though for a time they will fall by the sword or be burned or captured or plundered. When they fall, they will receive a little help, and many who are not sincere will join … Continue reading →

Posted in Daniel | Tagged Character, Purified, Quality, Refined, Stresses, Worship | 4 Comments

Events and Kings Revealed

Posted on March 10, 2014 by Mark Shields

The messenger, very probably Christ reveals in Daniel 11 the events that will take place in Israel and the kings that will rule under Persian rule. Then a mighty king will conquer Persia (Alexander the Great) who will rule for … Continue reading →

Posted in Daniel | Tagged Character, Christ, Daniel, Difficulties, Directions, God’s Word, Israel, Purpose, Tribulation | Leave a comment

The Word of God Planted in a Soul

Posted on April 21, 2013 by Mark Shields

The Word of God planted in a soul with integrity is like seed planted in fertile soil that flourishes into a banner crop. We can learn lessons from others in how to live but we can also learn lessons from … Continue reading →

Posted in Integrity | Tagged Character, Church, Faith, Fertility (soil), Forgiveness, God, Gospel of Luke, Hope, Integrity, Lessons, Lord, Love, Luke, Nature, Peter, religion, Saint Peter, Soul, spirituality, victory, Word of God | 5 Comments

Repaired Relationships

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Mark Shields

We discovered in Sunday’s sermon at my church an amazing story that we can apply in life today. Joseph was sold into slavery by his brothers but this didn’t hold him back. He worked hard to move into responsible positions … Continue reading →