Author Archives: Mark Shields

Joel 1

Posted on November 9, 2010 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup Question(s): What has happened in the land? List the responses urged by God. How do you respond when circumstances prevent your participation in corporate worship? Why? Food For Thought: Problems in life can be overcome with faith, patience, … Continue reading →

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Jonah 4

Posted on November 6, 2010 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup Question(s): What is Jonah’s concern as he sits outside the city (contrast God’s chief concern)? How does God use the plant to illustrate the rightness of his actions toward Nineveh? Video: Jonah’s attitude was somewhat like the player … Continue reading →

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Jonah 3

Posted on November 3, 2010 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup Question(s): Both God and Jonah had a responsibility in the mission to Nineveh. How might God use you to such an extent in your campus, office, or community? Video: An eleven year old boy named Casey Rogers … Continue reading →

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Jonah 2

Posted on November 1, 2010 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup Question(s): What attitudes toward God lead Jonah to pray during his difficult circumstances? What alternatives to prayer do you use when distressed? Video: Pour out your hurts and needs to God and He has the power to turn … Continue reading →

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Jonah 1

Posted on October 30, 2010 by Mark Shields

Reading for Today Set some time aside; maybe 10-20 minutes each day for the next two days. Read Jonah 1 using your Bible or the passage lookup tool: Passage Lookup. After reading the passage for today, continue with the items below. … Continue reading →