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Infinite Power

Posted on August 19, 2017 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Get Free from things like fear, weakness, and doubt. The past may have been bad; a nightmare bomb out. The present may be dark With hard times looming but the future is bright; everything booming.…

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Crucified with Christ

Posted on June 13, 2017 by Mark Shields

I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for … Continue reading →

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The Promise Of The Spirit

Posted on June 12, 2017 by Mark Shields

The motives of the false teachers as explained in Galatians 6:11-18 were to gain more followers in their belief that human achievement is the better way rather than giving God the glory. They wanted the Galatians to keep part of … Continue reading →

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Regain Your Edge

Posted on May 24, 2017 by Mark Shields

This is the day the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it. – Psalm 118:24 Within the post “Christ In Our Heart” were some thoughts as Paul tells the Galatians that God would take care of … Continue reading →

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Christ In Our Heart

Posted on May 23, 2017 by Mark Shields

In Galatians 4:1-11, Paul illustrates the condition of people before Christ as being enslaved. In their former predicament, the Galatians were enslaved by their idols. They were more concerned about what they should do to please these false gods rather … Continue reading →

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