Tag Archives: Disciples

Lesson in Leadership

Posted on November 24, 2014 by Mark Shields

Image Source The twofold ministry of the disciples described in Luke 9:1-17 were to drive out all demons and to cure diseases (v. 2). Many leadership principles can be learned in this passage. They include planning, organizing, directing, problem solving, … Continue reading →

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Top Priority

Posted on November 13, 2014 by Mark Shields

Like Jesus taught in the Parable of the Soils in the devotional Getting the Heart Ready, the word of God planted in a soul with integrity is like seed planted in fertile soil that flourishes into a banner crop. Bible … Continue reading →

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Getting the Heart Ready

Posted on November 12, 2014 by Mark Shields

Jesus and the disciples went from town to town proclaiming the Good News as explained in Luke 8:1-21. Some of the disciples had left fairly lucrative businesses but now were living day by day with whatever support they could get. … Continue reading →

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The Way – Sermon Message 03/23/2014

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Mark Shields

The message last Sunday at the church I attend was titled “The Jesus Way of Community”.  Pastor Steve pointed out to us that the twelve people Jesus chose to be disciples were not stars like the world today likes to … Continue reading →

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Focused on God’s Presence – Matthew 26:17-35

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Mark Shields

In Matthew 26:17-35, Jesus directs the disciples to a man who has agreed to let them celebrate the Passover at his house. During the meal, Jesus associates himself with the actions of the meal by breaking the bread and saying … Continue reading →

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