Tag Archives: Courage

Of Most Importance is Jesus in Our Heart

Posted on July 16, 2015 by Mark Shields

A crowd of many thousand people gathered around Jesus in Luke 12:1-12. He warns His disciples against the hypocrisy of the Pharisees who try to impress others but are not living the life they talk about. Jesus mentions fear five … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Faith, Luke | Tagged Courage, Destiny, Disciples, Eternity, Faith, God, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Prayer, Truth | 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

He Watches Over Us

Posted on June 26, 2015 by Mark Shields

In studying Genesis 19 a while back, a lesson learned is how we can feel protected just like Lot was in the passage. We can also feel confident that because God is with us, the future will work out. This day … Continue reading →

Posted in Optimism, Poems | Tagged Angels, Bible Study, Confidence, Courage, God, Guidance, Holy Spirit, Joys, Lessons, Lord, Optimism, Poetry, Poise, Praise, Safety, Security, Songs | Leave a comment

No Need to Fear

Posted on May 30, 2015 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
It has been made very clear There is no need to fear For God is our shield; His power has been revealed. The power is in His Word; The future no longer blurred; He is…

Posted in Courage, Devotionals, Poems | Tagged Children, Courage, Dream, Encouragement, Future, God, God’s Reward, Grace, Holy Spirit, Life, Pray, Promise, Reward, Vision, Word | 2 Comments

Stepping Ahead with Faith

Posted on April 24, 2015 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Step ahead into the future To build a better nation Step ahead with faith With no hesitation The lack of faith Gets one off track We may face difficulties But know God has our back…