Tag Archives: God

Sharp Double-Edged Sword

Posted on May 12, 2014 by Mark Shields

Pergamum is located about 55 miles north of Smyrna in what is today Turkey. At the time of writing Revelation 2:12-17, the city was under Roman rule and was a political center so many of the rulings affected Asia Minor. … Continue reading →

Posted in Overcome Difficulty, Revelation | Tagged Blessings, double edged sword, God, God's Presence, Idol Worship, Jesus, Overcome Difficulty, Pergamum, Roman Empire, Smyrna, Turkey | 3 Comments

Standing Up to Fear

Posted on May 8, 2014 by Mark Shields

The early Christian church faced persecution but Christ’s description of himself as the ONE who is the First (with God from the beginning) and the Last (the judge of all); who died and came to life again (Rev. 2:8) brought … Continue reading →

Posted in Courage, Rewards | Tagged Christ, Christian, Church, Comfort, Courage, God, Hope, Persecution, Purpose | 5 Comments

Discover the Love of God and Reveal it to Others

Posted on April 30, 2014 by Mark Shields

Anyone that reads, hears, and applies His Word to their daily lives will benefit. Discover the love of God and reveal this love to others so that they may receive the reward God wants for them. Here is a link … Continue reading →

Posted in Poems, Rewards | Tagged God, Love, poem, Reward | 3 Comments

Praise God For Who We Are

Posted on April 25, 2014 by Mark Shields

We have enemies; voices and lies like regret and defeat but we are a child of the ONE True King. Give praise to God for what he has done and will do in our life. Be enthusiastic and find a purpose … Continue reading →

Posted in Enthusiasm, Psalm | Tagged Defeat, Enemies, enthusiasm, Faithful, God, Hope, King, Lies, Love, Praise, Purpose, Regret, Voices | 2 Comments

Praise Him Everywhere

Posted on April 24, 2014 by Mark Shields

God is to be praised in heaven and on earth as explained in Psalm 150. We can praise Him according to His exceeding greatness with a full orchestra of musical instruments. Here’s a video: Phillip Phillips – Home (Piano/Cello Cover) – … Continue reading →