Author Archives: Mark Shields

Speedy Solutions

Posted on September 23, 2013 by Mark Shields

It’s important to choose your advisors carefully when solving problems. In reading 2 Chronicles 10 and posting yesterday, I noted that king Rehoboam sought advice and listened to the wrong advisors. Because of this mistake, there was rebellion throughout the … Continue reading →

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Advice Needed

Posted on September 22, 2013 by Mark Shields

As explained in 2 Chronicles 10, adversaries continued to arise during the end of the reign of Solomon. The resistance grew because many people became unhappy with the heavy burden put on them to help pay for the king’s extravagance. … Continue reading →

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The Bible

Posted on September 21, 2013 by Mark Shields

Last week, we started our fall series “The Bible” at the church I worship. Here’s a video that opened our series last weekend: The Bible. The Bible mini-series on TV this past spring was very successful because there is a … Continue reading →

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Discover Your Gifts

Posted on September 20, 2013 by Mark Shields

God gave Solomon the gift of wisdom. Kings from all over the earth gave him resources for the chance to visit and learn. List the gifts God has given you and think of ways you can use your gifts. Spend … Continue reading →

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Gift of Wisdom

Posted on September 19, 2013 by Mark Shields

Solomon used God’s gift of wisdom to lead Israel into a prosperous time. As explained in 2 Chronicles 9:13-31, he accumulated gold, silver, and a fleet of trading ships. He received gifts from those who sought to learn from him … Continue reading →

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