Tag Archives: Courage

Assurance Gives Endurance

Posted on November 14, 2016 by Mark Shields

As explained in reading Hosea 11-12, the people responded to God’s love and kindness not by going more to Him but away from Him. Instead of gaining assurance from His love to endure difficulty, they sacrificed to the Baals and … Continue reading →

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Dream About The Possibilities

Posted on October 22, 2016 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Simply going after dreams Can lead to breakthroughs Never obtained before; Opening up new avenues. Each of you has unique talents And matchless abilities. Given for a purpose With unlimited possibilities. Thinking about space exploration,…

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The courage to Start

Posted on October 7, 2016 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Start something positive Even if it’s very small And over time you will build Something great for all. So start to sail away today Away from the safe place Using the winds of the Spirit…

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Receive the Best by Withstanding the Test

Posted on September 15, 2016 by Mark Shields

Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God promised to those who love him. – James 1:12  In Acts 23:11, Paul was promised that … Continue reading →

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Christ in our Heart is a Promised Treasure

Posted on September 14, 2016 by Mark Shields

Finally Paul arrives at Rome as recorded in Acts 28:11-22. Testifying about Jesus in Rome had been what he had set his sights on for a long time. His arrival in Rome demonstrates God’s faithfulness for He had promised Paul … Continue reading →

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