Tag Archives: Christ

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 →

Posted in Bible Study, Devotionals, Questions for Reflection | Tagged Bible Study, Boldness, Christ, Encouragement, God’s Plan, God’s Word, Health, Inspiration, Jesus, Joy, Leadership, Lessons, Miracles, Parables, Peace, Prayer, Reflection, Scripture | Leave a comment

Kindness Is

Posted on July 31, 2015 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Kindness is personal Like the Lord who is merciful. Kindness is vulnerable Like wanting to be accountable. Kindness is thoughtful So that we can be helpful. Kindness is caring And never overbearing. Kindness accepts everyone…

Posted in Applied Faith, Devotionals, Poems | Tagged Accountability, Caring, Christ, Helpful, Kindness, Mercy, Thoughtfulness | Leave a comment

Put Him First and Problems Disperse

Posted on July 5, 2015 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Life can be one big challenge But with God we can manage So let Him do the leading Proceeding on what we are needing. Having courage to make a stand And following what He has…

Posted in Devotionals, Initiative, Poems | Tagged Challenge, Character, Christ, Christian, Courage, Discipline, God, Leadership, Planning, Prayer | 2 Comments

It’s All About Jesus

Posted on June 23, 2015 by Mark Shields

A lie the world tells us is to do things on our own without any help. Make things as complicated and difficult as possible so that character will be built through struggle. But maybe things in the technological age are … Continue reading →

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Thoughts of Life Leading to Meaning and Purpose

Posted on June 22, 2015 by Mark Shields

Throughout his life, God spoke to Jacob in visions so he had the ability to predict or forecast the future. Jacob gives his last words to his sons as they gather around his bed in Genesis 49. Jacob goes over … Continue reading →