Tag Archives: Joy

Accepting Others and Working Together

Posted on January 17, 2018 by Mark Shields

As explained in Romans 14:13-23, Paul commands attitudes that come from the Holy Spirit as a substitute for judging. Being concerned about the type of food or drink we consume are minor issues and should not be our main concern. … Continue reading →

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Victory in Life

Posted on January 5, 2018 by Mark Shields

For everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith. – 1 John 5:4 Brought out in the post Overcome Evil with Good, were some main ideas expressed and emphasized … Continue reading →

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Overcome Evil with Good

Posted on January 4, 2018 by Mark Shields

The main ideas expressed and emphasized in Romans 12:9-21 are to overcome evil with good by being faithful in prayer, being joyful in hope, and being devoted to one another in brotherly love. Imagine the effects of a world obeying … Continue reading →

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Something to be Thankful for this Thanksgiving

Posted on November 22, 2017 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, we’ve studied that we are free from the demands of the written code because of Christ. He has given us a new Way and through Him, we can do some amazing things together. I tell … Continue reading →

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Stronger on the Other Side

Posted on November 14, 2017 by Mark Shields

Tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope. Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us. – Romans 5:3-5  Even in … Continue reading →

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