Author Archives: Mark Shields

Matthew 16:13-28

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup Peter understood who Jesus is but there was a misunderstanding as to the true reward which is not of this world but everlasting happiness in heaven. All worldly things put together are of little value compared to a … Continue reading →

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Matthew 16:1-12

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup As we journey into this passage, we read about some dissension among the disciples because they forgot to bring food as they crossed the lake. Jesus told them to be more concerned about the lack of food from … Continue reading →

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Matthew 15:21-39

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup The earthly reason of Jesus in God’s plan was to help people. That’s exactly what He did and continues to do now and into the future. Take a few minutes to look at this video: We are the … Continue reading →

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Matthew 16 questions

Posted on August 28, 2011 by Mark Shields

Make use of the questions below as you study each of the readings: Matthew 16:1-12 Passage Lookup Of what does Jesus tell the disciples to beware? Why does Jesus rebuke the disciples for worrying about the lack of bread? What is … Continue reading →

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Matthew 15:1-20

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup One can know God’s law but most important is applying that law to their life. What degrades the law of God is when one says good things but does not follow through in their actions. The evangelist and … Continue reading →