Tag Archives: Personality

Never Compare

Posted on May 27, 2016 by Mark Shields

The Eighth message in the sermon series titled “Never-Never Land” was presented last weekend at the church I worship at. The title of the sermon was “Never Compare”. Comparing makes a person unhappy because there is always someone that seems … Continue reading →

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Connection for Direction

Posted on August 8, 2015 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Praying before going; Looking for a sign; Waiting to proceed At the right time. There is confidence A sign will be given To carry out a mission; To be divinely driven. The power of prayer;…

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The Humility of Abraham

Posted on July 24, 2015 by Mark Shields

Reading Genesis 23 in a study a while back, it was noted that Abraham demonstrated humility and this aroused a response of respect. He wanted to pay for a burial site for Sarah his wife rather than receive it as … Continue reading →

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Humility – All Great Leaders Possess It

Posted on March 24, 2015 by Mark Shields

In the post the Humility of Abraham, I wrote that Abraham demonstrated humility that aroused a response of respect as he searched for a burial site for his wife Sarah. We all live on this earth for a short time … Continue reading →

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The Humility of Abraham

Posted on March 23, 2015 by Mark Shields

As recorded in Genesis 23, Sarah died at the age of 127. Abraham needed a place to bury Sarah but he had never owned a piece of land in his life. He humbly and pleasantly asked if he could purchase … Continue reading →

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