Tag Archives: God

The Greatest Conversion Story

Posted on February 24, 2016 by Mark Shields

Within Acts 9:1-31, we get the conversion of Saul. He was on his way to Damascus taking anyone who followed the teachings of Jesus and putting them in prison. As he neared Damascus on his journey, suddenly a light from … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Make Impossible Possible | Tagged Baptism, Courage, God, Jesus, spirituality | 1 Comment

The ONE Who Perfected Our Faith

Posted on February 23, 2016 by Mark Shields

Like in the post Focused on Opportunities to Share, many may read the scriptures and seek the Truth but still need to be shown the Way. When they ask questions and show an interest, it’s important that we take the … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Focus | Tagged Baptism, God, Good News, Jesus, Truth, Way, Witness, Word of God | 2 Comments

Focused on Opportunities to Share

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Mark Shields

Reading in Acts 8:26-40, Philip is told by an angel to go south to a road that goes from Jerusalem through the desert to Gaza. On this road was an Ethiopian eunuch official in charge of all the treasury of … Continue reading →

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Sermon Thoughts

Posted on February 20, 2016 by Mark Shields

A new sermon series started at the church I worship titled “Questions Jesus Asked”. This past Sunday, the message “Wouldn’t You Leave the Ninety-Nine” was delivered. Here is a link to the podcast which is live at 9:30 central time … Continue reading →

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Seeking to Win More Souls for God

Posted on February 19, 2016 by Mark Shields

I’m studying in Acts 8 about the early church being persecuted and scattered. History has a way of repeating itself but somehow we seem to not learn the lessons of the past. I remember one time putting an office chair … Continue reading →