Tag Archives: Holy Spirit

Rebellion in the Kingdom of Christ

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Mark Shields

There will be a rebellion at the end of the 1,000 year reign of Christ on Earth as described in Revelation 20:7-15. Satan will be released, followers will be recruited, and the forces will come together to surround the capital … Continue reading →

Posted in Revelation | Tagged Book of Life, Eternal Life, Gospel, Holy Spirit, Jerusalem, Lord, Prayer, Reign of Christ | Leave a comment

Unleash Your Kingdom Power

Posted on May 27, 2014 by Mark Shields

The ancient city in the western part of Turkey called Laodicea is about 45 miles southeast of Philadelphia and about 90 miles east of Ephesus. It is a large city known for production of wool and as a center for … Continue reading →

Posted in Initiative, Revelation | Tagged Christ, Commitment, Freedom, Holy Spirit, Laodicea, Power, Repentance, Spiritual Growth | 8 Comments

Hope and Confidence Confounds the Enemy

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Mark Shields

The Christians at Smyrna were being persecuted by pagan Gentiles, hostile Jews, and by Satan himself. Smyrna, a large city that reached metropolitan proportions during the period of the Roman Empire, was rebuilt by Alexander the Great. Since it was … Continue reading →

Posted in Courage, Revelation | Tagged Alexander the Great, Challenges, Christians, Confidence, Courage, Crown of Life, Enemy, Holy Spirit, Hope, Inspiration, Jesus, Purpose, Rewards, Roman Empire, Smyrna | 5 Comments

Prayer and Preparation

Posted on May 2, 2014 by Mark Shields

John was in exile on the island of Patmos simply because of spreading the Gospel message. As mentioned in yesterday’s post, we may not face persecution like John but we do face many trials in life. That’s why it’s so … Continue reading →

Posted in Applied Faith, Revelation | Tagged Directions, Dream, exile, Gospel, Grace, Holy Spirit, Jesus, John, Lessons, Love, Possibilities, Prayer, Scripture, Trials | 2 Comments

Pray for What to Say and Do

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Mark Shields

It seems as though David is in a crises situation as he goes to God in prayer to ask what to say and do. David’s attitude as I read Psalm 141 is one of humility and he is open to … Continue reading →