Author Archives: Mark Shields

The Week Ahead

Posted on October 29, 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 7:7-13 * How does Paul show that the law and sin are not identical? How are they … Continue reading →

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Fired Up

Posted on October 27, 2017 by Mark Shields

His word was in my heart like a burning fire shut up in my bones; I was weary of holding it back, and I could not. – Jeremiah 20:9  As explained in the post “Released from the Law but Bound … Continue reading →

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Released from the Law but Bound to Christ

Posted on October 26, 2017 by Mark Shields

In Romans 7:1-6, Paul uses the institution of marriage to explain the Christian’s relationship to the law. If one spouse physically dies, they are no longer bound to each other and the spouse that remains alive is released from the … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Romans 7-8

Posted on October 25, 2017 by Mark Shields

Paul writes the letter of Romans to the church at Rome while in Corinth on his third missionary journey. Within this letter is a detailed explanation of the Gospel. Paul introduces himself as a servant of Christ Jesus. He gave … Continue reading →

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Will is More Important than Skill

Posted on October 24, 2017 by Mark Shields

For He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son He loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. – Colossians 1:13-14  The post “Instrument of Righteousness” was about … Continue reading →

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