Tag Archives: Encouragement

Love the Lord and Love Your Neighbor as Yourself

Posted on July 2, 2015 by Mark Shields

In the study of Luke 10:25-42, we are given the law’s requirements for eternal life. To love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind; … Continue reading →

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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…

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Connecting the Power of God to His People

Posted on May 8, 2015 by Mark Shields

As writers about faith, we have the opportunity to offer words of encouragement. We can be the link that connects the power of God to His people. This poem has these thoughts in mind: Just Being a Friend.

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Caring for Others

Posted on February 18, 2015 by Mark Shields

Abram demonstrated that he cared for others. As writers, we also show that we care for others by giving back what we have learned in life to our readers. What we make happen for others, God will make happen for … Continue reading →

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Being the Link to Connect the Power

Posted on February 17, 2015 by Mark Shields

After being expelled from Egypt, Abraham went up to the desert region called the Negev along with his wife Sarah and his nephew Lot. Explained in Genesis 13 is a problem with both Abraham and Lot being together. Both men … Continue reading →

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