Tag Archives: Hope

Questions for Reflection for Study of Mark 15 – 16

Posted on May 18, 2021 by Mark Shields

We live in a busy world with busy schedules and being able to share some thoughts about this journey with others across this world through the Internet is truly a blessing. The below Questions for Reflection will stimulate thought and … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Journey Through Mark 13-14

Posted on May 17, 2021 by Mark Shields

Photo – Bing Images Over the last few weeks, I’ve been looking at ways to apply the word found in Mark 13-14 and sharing some thoughts that benefit us now but also help the next generation too! The greatest of … Continue reading →

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Persistent and Optimistic

Posted on May 1, 2021 by Mark Shields

If you focus on God’s promises, you have hope that inspires you to be persistent even when it is hard to be optimistic because your attention is on the reward rather than the difficulty so you endure. Your mind is … Continue reading →

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The Big Picture

Posted on April 27, 2021 by Mark Shields

Behold, I am coming soon! My reward is with me, and I will give to everyone according to what he has done. – Revelation 22:12 In the post “Victorious Finish”, thoughts were given as to the reasons for the forewarnings … Continue reading →

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Victorious Finish

Posted on April 26, 2021 by Mark Shields

In Mark 13:1-36, Jesus forewarns that there will be wars, earthquakes, and famines. There will be distress, betrayal, and dissention within families but then there will be a time when the Son of man begins to reign so keep on … Continue reading →