Tag Archives: Communication

Simplifying and Unifying

Posted on June 21, 2016 by Mark Shields

The early church grew fast but there were some growing pains. They struggled with whom should be accepted. Was a person accepted by God through good works or by grace? They were trapped by the meaningless rituals, legalisms, and ceremonies … Continue reading →

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The Law or Grace

Posted on June 20, 2016 by Mark Shields

Reading in Acts 15:1-21, the issue that occasions this conference is the custom taught by Moses; that to be saved, all gentiles must be circumcised. There was disagreement in who God intended the church to be for and what came … Continue reading →

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Constrict Conflict

Posted on October 30, 2015 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
When there is kindness, Compassion is imparted. Communication is important To get harmony started. The help given to others Will be given back So if one is kind, Kindness is given back. Intentions are communicated…

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Repairing Bad Feelings

Posted on April 29, 2015 by Mark Shields

Jacob wanted to repair any bad feelings with his brother for tricking their father and receiving his blessing. The key lessons learned and written about in the post Humility and Kindness to Resolve Conflict is that words are important. Jacob … Continue reading →

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Humility and Kindness to Resolve Conflict

Posted on April 28, 2015 by Mark Shields

Image Source The meeting of Esau and Jacob is different than in their previous life together. As explained in Genesis 33, Esau sees his brother Jacob in a distance and runs toward him to embrace him (v. 4). Jacob and … Continue reading →

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