Tag Archives: Encouragement

Cheerful No Matter What

Posted on April 23, 2019 by Mark Shields

Be cheerful no matter what; pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens. This is the way God wants you who belong to Christ Jesus to live. – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 As noted in the post “Comfort for … Continue reading →

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Encourage and Affirm

Posted on April 13, 2019 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
The following poem inspired from the song Words by Hawk Nelson. There will be days Of frustration When your hard work Leads to aggravation And some may question Your qualifications But if you continue To…

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Letter of Recommendation

Posted on March 27, 2019 by Mark Shields

There were many disappointments and changes in plans during the ministry of Paul. Reading in 2 Corinthians 2:12 through 3:6, many questioned his qualifications for being a minister of God’s word but there was proof that made him qualified. The … Continue reading →

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Refuge in the Shadow of His Wings

Posted on February 26, 2019 by Mark Shields

For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, but with the precious blood of Christ, a … Continue reading →

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Wicked Verses Righteous

Posted on February 25, 2019 by Mark Shields

The wicked are described in Psalms 36 as being arrogant while planning out their sinful course without fear of God. They only care about themselves, are deceitful in order to get their own way, and their way leads to destruction … Continue reading →

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