Author Archives: Mark Shields

Decide to Dive

Posted on September 29, 2017 by Mark Shields

Let us, then, feel very sure that we can come before God’s throne where there is grace. There we can receive mercy and grace to help us when we need it. – Hebrews 4:16 In the post “Purpose of the … Continue reading →

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Purpose of the Law

Posted on September 28, 2017 by Mark Shields

Paul concludes in Romans 3:19-20  that the purpose of the law is to make us all aware of our sin. Those who are under the law which includes everyone are held accountable to God and no one will be declared … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Differences

Posted on September 27, 2017 by Mark Shields

Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God. – Romans 15:7 God has made us all for a purpose and we need to celebrate differences. According to Guinness World Records, the tallest … Continue reading →

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Always Remains the Same

Posted on September 26, 2017 by Mark Shields

The early church had some disagreements just as today there are disagreements. The struggle during the time of Paul was what came first, the law or grace. Paul explains in Romans 3:1-18 that religious groups may vary or change over … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Romans 3-6

Posted on September 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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