Tag Archives: Life

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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Hope Gives Patience During Difficulty

Posted on November 13, 2017 by Mark Shields

Explained in Romans 8:18-25 is that suffering and glory are related because just as Christ went through suffering on the cross, we also have trials in life before there is brighter future filled with glory. Regardless of our circumstance, hope … Continue reading →

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Life with God

Posted on October 20, 2017 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
In order to meet needs, persist when times are tough and know with confidence God is big enough. Ask for anything according to His will knowing He will hear and give you the skill. Ask…

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A Triple-Braided Cord

Posted on October 19, 2017 by Mark Shields

A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back-to-back and conquer. Three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken. – Ecclesiastes 4:12 Brought out in the post “Shared Experiences” is the … Continue reading →

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Shared Experiences

Posted on October 18, 2017 by Mark Shields

All Christians have shared experiences with Christ in that they have died but been born again into a new life. The old self has been crucified so that the body once ruled by sin is done away with. They are … Continue reading →

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