Tag Archives: Generosity

God’s Love for You

Posted on November 30, 2018 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor. – Proverbs 22:9 God’s love for you Changes thought Giving self-confidence To do what you ought. God’s love for you Gives…

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Interests of Others

Posted on October 25, 2018 by Mark Shields

Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others. – Philippians 2:4 Written in the post “Best Motive for Serving” is that Paul didn’t get compensated for preaching the gospel. … Continue reading →

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Best Motive for Serving

Posted on October 24, 2018 by Mark Shields

In previous chapters, Paul taught about rights like marriage and the right to eat meat that had been sacrificed to idols. In 1 Corinthians 9:1-18, he teaches about those who preach the gospel having the right to earn their living … Continue reading →

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The Rewards of Your Accomplishments

Posted on September 8, 2018 by Mark Shields

From Dream to Reality Have you ever seen a track athlete close their eyes before a race or before they jump? They are visualizing success and what it will take to receive the reward of winning the race or jumping … Continue reading →

Posted in Budget Time and Money | Tagged Accomplishments, Destiny, Discipline, Dreams, enthusiasm, Future, Generosity, Improvement, Kindness, Practice, Praise, Prayer, Relationships, Responsibility, Rewards, Time Management, Treasure | Leave a comment

Joy Even in Trials

Posted on May 11, 2018 by Mark Shields

Count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. – James 1:2-4 Within the … Continue reading →