Tag Archives: Life

Assistance to Go the Distance

Posted on February 23, 2017 by Mark Shields

After the death of Moses, Joshua took over as the leader of the Israelites. Just like Moses, Joshua needed God’s assistance to go the distance in setting out to lay claim to the Promised Land. Joshua wanted to find out … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Joshua 1-6

Posted on February 20, 2017 by Mark Shields

God chooses Joshua to take over from Moses as the one responsible for leading the Israelites into the Promised Land. This seems like an impossible challenge but with God, all things are possible. We can be inspired over the next … Continue reading →

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Never Tire of Doing What is Good

Posted on February 16, 2017 by Mark Shields

And as for you, brothers and sisters, never tire of doing what is good. – 2 Thessalonians 3:13 Sharing some thoughts in the post “Leading by Example”, the main problem discussed was idleness. Paul emphasized being an example to others … Continue reading →

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Leading by Example

Posted on February 15, 2017 by Mark Shields

The problem discussed in reading 2 Thessalonians 3:6-17 is idleness and not willing to work for a living. Idleness leads to disruptiveness but being busy in important matters leads to productiveness. Using time wisely, having priorities, and overcoming the obstacles … Continue reading →

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Faith for Every Moment of Every Day

Posted on February 14, 2017 by Mark Shields

So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in Him, rooted and built up in Him, strengthened in faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness. – Colossians 2:6-7 As crystalized in … Continue reading →