Tag Archives: Joy

The Third Day

Posted on November 4, 2015 by Mark Shields

Explained in Luke 24:1-12 is what happened on the third day after the crucifixion of Jesus. The women took spices to the tomb but found the stone rolled away from the tomb and when they entered, they did not find … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Love | Tagged Cross, Crucifixion, Future, Holy Spirit, Hope, Inspiration, Jesus, Joy, Life, Love, Neighbor, Prayer, Resurrection, Soul, victory | Leave a comment

Blessings Multiplied

Posted on September 18, 2015 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
The world tells us everything is limited But with God, everything is unlimited And the blessings are multiplied. With God, there is hope and cheerfulness Which builds momentum and endurance To a blessed future as…

Posted in Devotionals, Optimism, Poems | Tagged Blessings, Cheerfulness, Dream, Endurance, Faith, Future, God, God’s Word, Guidance, Hope, Jacob’s Ladder, Joy, Life, Optimism, Praise, Unlimited | Leave a comment

God Cares For You

Posted on August 25, 2015 by Mark Shields

Even under tough times, we can look forward to brighter days ahead. What we need to do is continue to get prepared, be confident, and have inner peace because the kingdom of God is within our hearts. No one is … Continue reading →

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The Kingdom of God is Within Your Heart

Posted on August 24, 2015 by Mark Shields

The Pharisees were interested in the Messiah’s kingdom but it differed from their expectations as explained in Luke 17:20-37. The Pharisees thought the Messiah’s kingdom would be in the form of government authority or military power but Jesus explains that … Continue reading →

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Sing for the Glory of the Risen King

Posted on August 11, 2015 by Mark Shields

Written about in the post Celebrate When the Lost are Found are three parables told by Jesus in Luke 15. In each parable, there is a celebration when the lost are found. There is a difference between daily victories and … Continue reading →