Tag Archives: Encouragement

Pass It On

Posted on December 23, 2018 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service You are a part Of His story That fulfills a promise And such a mystery. A miraculous deed At the least likely place And the least likely time That offers grace.…

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The Difference Maker

Posted on December 20, 2018 by Mark Shields

For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases Him. – Philippians 2:13  A thought in the post “Helping and Encouraging” is that Paul wants people to grow spiritually. He wants them … Continue reading →

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Helping and Encouraging

Posted on December 19, 2018 by Mark Shields

Paul gives directions and reasons for giving to the poor in the passage 1 Corinthians 16. On the first day of every week, each person should set aside a sum of money for a collection so that the poor are … Continue reading →

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Victory that Overcomes the World

Posted on December 6, 2018 by Mark Shields

For everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith. – 1 John 5:4  Sports teams are victorious by having a good game plan and being able to execute that … Continue reading →

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Orderly Worship

Posted on December 5, 2018 by Mark Shields

In the passage 1 Corinthians 14:20-40, Paul gives some rules concerning conduct in the worship service. Everything is done in a fitting and orderly way to build up the church. Discussed is the gift of tongues which is not forbidden … Continue reading →

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