Author Archives: Mark Shields

Letter of Recommendation

There were many disappointments and changes in plans during the ministry of Paul. Reading in 2 Corinthians 2:12 through 3:6, many questioned his qualifications for being a minister of God’s word but there was proof that made him qualified. The … Continue reading

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Document Lessons Learned

If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. – James 1:5 As explained in the post “Lesson of Loving Your Neighbor and Forgiveness”, … Continue reading

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Lesson of Loving Your Neighbor and Forgiveness

False teachers had invaded the Corinthian church and tried to turn the people against Paul by saying he was insincere, fickle, and indecisive. They accused Paul of not sticking to his plans to visit them but Paul refrained from going … Continue reading

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Rejoice for Today

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose. – Romans 8:28 As pointed out in the post “Big Plans”, every arrangement in life … Continue reading

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Big Plans

The greatest factor for Paul that governed his conduct as explained in 2 Corinthians 1:12-23 was to follow the Lord. He had to change a few plans but human plans in life are just that … a plan. On the … Continue reading

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