Tag Archives: Holy Spirit

Pray First and Go with Confidence

Posted on June 30, 2015 by Mark Shields

Jesus intensified His ministry by giving the twelve disciples power and authority to drive out demons and to cure diseases. Now in Luke 10:1-24, He appoints seventy-two others to send out two by two ahead of Him to every town … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Initiative, Luke | Tagged Confidence, God, Healing, Heaven, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Joy, Power, Prayer | 2 Comments

Questions for Reflection for Study of Luke 10-11

Posted on June 29, 2015 by Mark Shields

The study of Genesis was completed last week and I’ve been sharing some thoughts about this study. Now the focus will turn to the book of Luke. I’ve already shared in previous posts about the first 9 chapters of Luke … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Devotionals, Luke, Questions for Reflection | Tagged Bible Study, Discoveries, Faith, Freedom, God’s Plan, God’s Word, Holy Spirit, Humility, Jesus, Lessons, Miracles, Power, Prayer, Purpose, Reflection, Teacher | Leave a comment

He Watches Over Us

Posted on June 26, 2015 by Mark Shields

In studying Genesis 19 a while back, a lesson learned is how we can feel protected just like Lot was in the passage. We can also feel confident that because God is with us, the future will work out. This day … Continue reading →

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No Need to Fear

Posted on May 30, 2015 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
It has been made very clear There is no need to fear For God is our shield; His power has been revealed. The power is in His Word; The future no longer blurred; He is…

Posted in Courage, Devotionals, Poems | Tagged Children, Courage, Dream, Encouragement, Future, God, God’s Reward, Grace, Holy Spirit, Life, Pray, Promise, Reward, Vision, Word | 2 Comments

His Word Makes a Way so it’s Okay

Posted on May 21, 2015 by Mark Shields

In the post Receive Direction From His Word, I wrote about the circumstance of Joseph while in an Egyptian prison. During the time of Joseph, God spoke through dreams but today God speaks to us through His Word. Think back … Continue reading →