Tag Archives: Character

Taking on Issues in Life Head-on

Posted on March 11, 2015 by Mark Shields

Image Source Abraham moved to another region and he again told everyone that Sarah was his sister as he did in Genesis 12:10-19. In Genesis 20, Abraham wants her described as his sister to protect him because he was afraid … Continue reading →

Posted in Genesis, Initiative | Tagged Abraham, Character, Christ, Christian, Courage, Discipline, Fear, God, Prayer, Problems, Sarah | Leave a comment

Taking a Stand

Posted on July 30, 2014 by Mark Shields

Some say the harlot which I wrote about in yesterday’s post and described in Revelation 17:1-6 represents the ultimate in godless world religion. A question brought out in this passage is what is the extent of corruption in your local, … Continue reading →

Posted in Integrity, Revelation | Tagged Character, Class, Excellence, Fairness, God, Government Corruption, Honesty, Justice, Leadership, religion, Truth, victory, World Religion | Leave a comment

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 →