Tag Archives: Faith

Just be Yourself

Posted on August 31, 2015 by Mark Shields

The Pharisee believed he was better than everyone else in the parable The Pharisee and the Tax Collector recorded in Luke 18:9-17. He viewed himself as being superior to others because he fasted twice a week and gave a tenth … Continue reading →

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Inspiration For A Generation

Posted on August 28, 2015 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Problems have to be faced, Priorities must be placed So always put God first And His power is dispersed. Obey His commands; And take on life’s demands. Make sure His advice is desired And do…

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Always Pray And Never Give Up

Posted on August 27, 2015 by Mark Shields

In the post Maintaining Faith Over The Long Haul, I wrote how Jesus teaches a lesson on perseverance. He teaches about the need for us to press on like the widow who continued to go to the judge and plead … Continue reading →

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Adding Quality to Faith

Posted on August 21, 2015 by Mark Shields

Jesus talks about adding quality to faith and the power of faith when he says in Luke 17:6, “If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mulberry tree, ‘Be uprooted and planted in … Continue reading →

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The Truths Taught By Jesus

Posted on August 20, 2015 by Mark Shields

Jesus emphasizes sin, forgiveness, faith, and thankfulness in Luke 17:1-19. Two truths are explained concerning sin and responsibility for sin. Do not cause others to sin by tempting them to follow the wrong path. Instead, hold each other accountable to … Continue reading →

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