Tag Archives: Purpose

The ONE Who Holds the Whole Christian Faith Together

Posted on November 20, 2018 by Mark Shields

For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. – 2 Timothy 1:7  The post “Spiritual Gifts” explains that Jesus is the ONE who holds the whole Christian faith together.  The … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Gifts

Posted on November 19, 2018 by Mark Shields

Paul wants the Corinthians to understand that each person has a spiritual gift. Listed in 1 Corinthians 12:1-13 are different kinds of spiritual gifts and the same Spirit distributes them. Each person’s specific gifts are determined by the work of … Continue reading →

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Getting Ready for Each Day

Posted on November 15, 2018 by Mark Shields

Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed. – Mark 1:35  Brought out in the post “Preparation” was how Paul taught the … Continue reading →

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Preparation

Posted on November 14, 2018 by Mark Shields

Paul teaches in 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 about their preparation to the Lord’s Supper. He had heard that the believers were not unified spiritually. Before communion, it was customary for them to eat together but cliques had formed so that the … Continue reading →

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Role Model

Posted on October 19, 2018 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Confirmation 5-1-11 With good role models Like parents, teachers, Grandparents, preachers, Or civic leaders. The Individual Increases their chance To see, believe, Achieve and advance. They start to model Positive behavior And start to believe…

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