Category Archives: Bible Study

Reflection on the Past Week

Posted on April 17, 2021 by Mark Shields

The Bible gives us wisdom because we are learning lessons from the past, praying in the present, and listening for instructions toward the future. The Sadducees questioned Jesus about marriage at the resurrection in Mark 12:18-27. They hoped to trick … Continue reading →

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Loving God and Neighbor

Posted on April 14, 2021 by Mark Shields

The religious and political leaders were debating Jesus leading up to Mark 12:28-34. They had planned to trap Jesus by asking some controversial questions on taxes and marriage. Their ultimate aim was to find an excuse to kill Jesus.  A … Continue reading →

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Correct Wrong Assertions

Posted on April 12, 2021 by Mark Shields

Thoughts determine destiny and if we base our thinking on what contradicts the Truth, we never come away with a good outcome. Instead, we should seek to correct the wrong assertions as Jesus demonstrates in today’s reading of Mark 12:18-27 … Continue reading →

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Looking Forward to the Week Ahead

Posted on April 11, 2021 by Mark Shields

Index of Devotionals All previous devotionals are at the link above so you can go at your own pace or use it as a resource in your own writing. Victory starts by having a plan. By accepting God’s plan for … Continue reading →

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Reflection on the Past Week

Posted on April 10, 2021 by Mark Shields

Last week, I wrote about the passage in Mark 12:1-12. This is “The Parable of the Tenants” and one lesson from this parable is that if you accept His Son, then God will accept you into an amazing future in … Continue reading →

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