Tag Archives: God

Sense of Purpose

Posted on February 8, 2016 by Mark Shields

Through the Apostles, God was performing many signs and wonders among the people. The Sadducees opposed what God was doing through the Apostles as recorded in Acts 5:12-42. They were filled with jealousy and were concerned about the great power … Continue reading →

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He Blesses Those Who Seek His Advice

Posted on January 29, 2016 by Mark Shields

In the study of Peter and John as written about in the post Movers and Shakers, we get an example of their boldness as they stood up to the rulers, the elders, and the teachers of the law. They went … Continue reading →

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Movers and Shakers

Posted on January 28, 2016 by Mark Shields

Reading in Acts 4:13-31, the men of the council said nothing publicly in opposition to Peter and John who had healed a lame beggar in Jesus’ name. They were astonished at the courage and power Peter and John had demonstrated. … Continue reading →

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Step Ahead in Faith Towards Our Purpose

Posted on January 21, 2016 by Mark Shields

We have a much better shot at victory if we have a plan and through Jesus, God has given us a plan. Life may disappoint at times but the good news is that there is something better ahead if we … Continue reading →

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Be a Transformer Rather than a Conformer

Posted on January 20, 2016 by Mark Shields

Peter addresses the Jewish audience in Acts 3:11-26 saying that is was through faith in Jesus that healing came to a crippled beggar. As discussed in the post Empowerment, the beggar at the temple gate was asking for money but … Continue reading →

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