Tag Archives: Joy

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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Give and Be Blessed

Posted on April 24, 2019 by Mark Shields

As explained in 2 Corinthians 8:1-15, the motivation for giving should be to share in the service of the Lord’s people. Giving should be out of the love of the Lord that overflows so that others are blessed. Excel with … Continue reading →

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Big Plan

Posted on March 29, 2019 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Human plans in life Are just that … a plan But the plan of God Is bigger than. A plan set in stone, Solid as a rock, And a plan assuring Confidence in our walk.…

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Rejoice for Today

Posted on March 22, 2019 by Mark Shields

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose. – Romans 8:28 As pointed out in the post “Big Plans”, every arrangement in life … Continue reading →

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Big Plans

Posted on March 21, 2019 by Mark Shields

The greatest factor for Paul that governed his conduct as explained in 2 Corinthians 1:12-23 was to follow the Lord. He had to change a few plans but human plans in life are just that … a plan. On the … Continue reading →