Tag Archives: Inspiration

Give with Enthusiasm and Thanksgiving

Posted on May 2, 2019 by Mark Shields

The principles in 2 Corinthians 9 include giving from the heart, being a cheerful giver, and expecting to be abundantly blessed by God. It all starts by being focused on the needs of others and being faithful to fulfilling commitments. … Continue reading →

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Cheerful Giver

Posted on April 25, 2019 by Mark Shields

Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. – 2 Corinthians 9:7 The post “Give and Be Blessed” is about the joy received when giving to … Continue reading →

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Cheerful No Matter What

Posted on April 23, 2019 by Mark Shields

Be cheerful no matter what; pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens. This is the way God wants you who belong to Christ Jesus to live. – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 As noted in the post “Comfort for … Continue reading →

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Comfort for the Downcast

Posted on April 22, 2019 by Mark Shields

Reading in 2 Corinthians 7:5-16, Paul’s appointed disciple named Titus had visited the Corinthian church and now rejoins Paul at Macedonia. The report to Paul was a good one because the Corinthian church had received Titus and were ready to … Continue reading →

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The New is Here

Posted on April 12, 2019 by Mark Shields

Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! – 2 Corinthians 5:17 Pointed out in the post “New Creation” is Paul explaining how there is reconciliation to God through … Continue reading →

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