Tag Archives: Faith

Enthusiastically Spread the Good News

Posted on January 25, 2017 by Mark Shields

There was tremendous Jewish opposition to the Gospel message and Paul had been able to stay in Thessalonica for only a few weeks. Reading Paul’s letter in 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:12, Paul explains how he thought about them all the time … Continue reading →

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Grace Wins Every Time

Posted on January 20, 2017 by Mark Shields

See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy which depends on human tradition and the elemental spiritual forces of this world rather than on Christ. – Colossians 2:8  As written about in the post … Continue reading →

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Steadily Towards Victory

Posted on January 19, 2017 by Mark Shields

In 1 Thessalonians 1, there are evidences that God worked in the lives of the people. After hearing the Gospel message, the Thessalonians trusted God day by day to overcome what seemed impossible and head steadily towards victory. They used … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of 1 Thessalonians

Posted on January 18, 2017 by Mark Shields

Over the next few weeks, the journey through the Bible takes me to 1 Thessalonians. This is a letter written by Paul to encourage and complete his teaching on Christ’s return. It is written as a response from the news … Continue reading →

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Be a Miracle for Someone Today

Posted on January 10, 2017 by Mark Shields

For in the day of trouble    He will keep me safe in His dwelling; He will hide me in the shelter of His sacred tent    And set me high upon a rock. – Psalm 27:5  As explained in … Continue reading →

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