Month: July 2024

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The Shine of Suffering :: 2 Thessalonians

Presented at Curwensville Alliance on 07/21/24 by Pastor Steve Shields.

Listen as Pastor Steve speaks on how we can shine through suffering.

We shine more and more as we grow in Christ. We shine more and more as we press on. We shine more and more as we prove God right.

Suffering can be difficult. Suffering is unfair. God is going to make a radical adjustment.

Shining is a journey. There is something about suffering and staying the course that brings a blessing that nothing else can. Suffering is a time to shine for your own benefit. We should pray for one another. Pray that we would shine in suffering.

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Respect – A Key to Healthy Ministry :: 1 THESSALONIANS

Presented at Curwensville Alliance on 07/07/24 by Pastor Steve Shields.

Respect is a key to healthy ministry. Leaders must respect those they lead.

Respect means we recognize their service. Acknowledge everyone’s hard work. Recognize that spiritual leaders carry burdens that others do not understand. Hold spiritual leaders in high esteem with loving regard.

Respect means to prioritize peace. Keep the main thing the main thing. Keep the good news of Christ central in all you do. Contribute to a nurturing atmosphere.

Respect means to personalize application. Focus on God’s goodness. Make it personal. Look for God to speak to you. Yield to God’s transformative presence.

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Letting Go Of Anxiety :: 1 THESSALONIANS

Presented at Curwensville Alliance on 06/30/24 by Pastor Steve Shields.

God gives us tools for overcoming anxiety.

God gives you knowledge. The knowledge that God is in control. The knowledge that God is faithful.

God gives you an identity. You are a child of the Light. To live your new identity as a child of God, you give attention to what’s important and trust God’s faithfulness, love and hope.

God gives you belonging. You belong to Jesus. You have everything you need if you are trusting in Christ. We will be together with Jesus.

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