Tag Archives: Praise

There is a Process that does Bless

Posted on October 4, 2016 by Mark Shields

Let us, then, feel very sure that we can come before God’s throne where there is grace. There we can receive mercy and grace to help us when we need it. – Hebrews 4:16  Many times throughout the history of … Continue reading →

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Actions to Take Now for the Good Life

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Mark Shields

There are two manifestations of God’s nature described in Amos 5-6. The first is the nature of judgment and destruction. The second is the nature of justice and providing instructions for the way to a good life. Also within today’s … Continue reading →

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Receive the Best by Withstanding the Test

Posted on September 15, 2016 by Mark Shields

Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God promised to those who love him. – James 1:12  In Acts 23:11, Paul was promised that … Continue reading →

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Christ in our Heart is a Promised Treasure

Posted on September 14, 2016 by Mark Shields

Finally Paul arrives at Rome as recorded in Acts 28:11-22. Testifying about Jesus in Rome had been what he had set his sights on for a long time. His arrival in Rome demonstrates God’s faithfulness for He had promised Paul … Continue reading →

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Accepting God’s Grace and Finishing this Race Called Life

Posted on August 4, 2016 by Mark Shields

However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord has given me – the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace. – Acts … Continue reading →

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