Tag Archives: First Epistle to the Corinthians

Light the Fire From Within

Posted on July 25, 2013 by Mark Shields

Studying Ecclesiastes 1:1-11, the author who is believed to be Solomon seemed to have nothing to live for and nothing more to accomplish. What can give us more enthusiasm in life? One idea might be to work for a good … Continue reading →

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Be Inspired to Overcome Difficult Circumstances

Posted on June 30, 2013 by Mark Shields

The lesson learned for me as I read Psalm 137 is how we should respond to a difficult situation? We should cheer up for there is hope for the future. We should ask God to open doors and believe they … Continue reading →

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Leave Yesterday and Tomorrow to God

Posted on April 20, 2013 by Mark Shields

In the previous post, I shared about how we are wonderfully made by God and we should praise Him for how far we’ve come. His Spirit lives in us as pointed out in 1 Corinthians 3:16, “Don’t you know that … Continue reading →

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Every Person is Important

Posted on February 2, 2013 by Mark Shields

Recorded in 1 Chronicles 7-9 are a list of names remembered for eternity in the most published book of all time. Every person is important to God and He sent his son to die for all. The question for each … Continue reading →

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Finish the Race Victoriously with Enthusiasm

Posted on January 26, 2013 by Mark Shields

One question comes to mind after reading 1 Chronicles 3-4. What would you like to be remembered for? Our job is to decide what the answer is and get involved with a passion to make it happen. Finish the race … Continue reading →