Tag Archives: Peace

Stepping Ahead to Hebrews

Posted on April 9, 2021 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Be nourished by the gospel; Applying what you learn By following Jesus At each and every turn. Be an example to others And develop strengths carefully By determining your main purpose That fulfills your destiny…

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Accept and Be Helped

Posted on April 6, 2021 by Mark Shields

The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in Him, and I am helped; therefore my heart greatly rejoices, and with my song I will praise Him. – Psalm 28:7 Within the post “Kneeling to Pray Gives … Continue reading →

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Kneeling to Pray Gives Strength to Stand

Posted on April 5, 2021 by Mark Shields

Photo Source – “Bing.” Microsoft. N.p., n.d. Web. Images >. In “The Parable of the Tenants” told by Jesus and recorded in Mark 12:1-12, the vineyard is the nation of Israel, the tenants are the religious leaders, and the son is … Continue reading →

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The Greatest Victory

Posted on March 28, 2021 by Mark Shields

Last week in the NCAA men’s basketball tournament, Abilene Christian University beat the University of Texas. Here is a short video of the students gathered to watch the game and their celebration of the final seconds of the game as … Continue reading →

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Courage to Face the Challenges

Posted on March 23, 2021 by Mark Shields

Do not be terrified, or afraid of them. The Lord your God, who goes before you, He will fight for you. – Deuteronomy 1:29 A take away from the post “Preparing For Action” is to spend time with God in … Continue reading →

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