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Conditioning Our Faith

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Mark Shields

Thoughts fixed on the things of God and being thankful for God’s grace conditions our faith. God’s mercy is like an ocean which is always full and in constant motion as waves that travel to the shore. For me, James … Continue reading →

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Prayer and Praise

Posted on January 17, 2013 by Mark Shields

We can spend time with God at all times of the day. As explained in James 5:13-20, during troubled times, there is the need for prayer and during happy times there is a cause for praise (v. 13). The condition … Continue reading →

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All Things Are Possible with God

Posted on January 14, 2013 by Mark Shields

The message yesterday at my church was about Nehemiah who saw a need and felt he had to do something. He prayed about and followed the plan God had for him. I definitely believe God’s hand was with Nehemiah and … Continue reading →

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Adding Quality to Faith

Posted on January 12, 2013 by Mark Shields

How do we add quality to our faith? At this link, I write some ideas. Also, I have here a song about faith that I hope gives a lift to your day: Glorify You Alone – Gateway Worship 2010. God … Continue reading →

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Reach Out And Receive The Spirit

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Mark Shields

My Pastor Steve said once in a sermon that if God feels distant, acknowledge it but expect Him to come near and when He does, reach out and receive the Spirit. It’s hard to discern at times what God has … Continue reading →