Author Archives: Mark Shields

The Week Ahead

Posted on September 10, 2017 by Mark Shields

This week, we will continue the study of the book of Romans and share more thoughts. Below are some questions for reflection: Romans 1:24-32 * How is God’s repeated action (vv. 24, 26, 28) related to the expression of wrath … Continue reading →

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Clear Path to Victory

Posted on September 8, 2017 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Discover the freedom; The way to be saved. Away from what hindered All things that enslaved. All that entangles Is given some slack. Lifting the heavy weight That holds us back. Christ endured the Cross…

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Acknowledge the Lord

Posted on September 7, 2017 by Mark Shields

Let us acknowledge the Lord; let us press on to acknowledge Him. As surely as the sun rises, He will appear; He will come to us like the winter rains, like the spring rains that water the earth. – Hosea … Continue reading →

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Giving all Honor and Praise to God

Posted on September 6, 2017 by Mark Shields

Reading in Romans 1:18-23 , a take away is that by accepting the Gospel message we receive God’s righteousness. Those who don’t accept Christ are captive to sin; susceptible to the godlessness and wickedness of this world. Actions like suppressing … Continue reading →

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Doers of the Word

Posted on September 5, 2017 by Mark Shields

But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. – James 1:22 Explained in the post “The Power of the Gospel” is that Paul wanted to share the Gospel with the Roman Christians because he knew the … Continue reading →

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