Category Archives: Bible Study

Truth and Power

Posted on July 1, 2019 by Mark Shields

The relationship of Paul and Timothy as described in 1 Timothy 1:1-17 is like a father to a son. Paul left him at Ephesus to contend with the false teachers who were deceptive and had their own interest in mind. … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Love | Tagged , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Questions for Reflection for Study of 1 Timothy

Posted on June 26, 2019 by Mark Shields

We live in a very busy world with busy schedules so this devotional blog has been created to help with regular Bible reading and study even in the midst of these busy times. Here is a link to “Questions for Reflection” … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Devotionals, Questions for Reflection | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Our Hope

Posted on June 24, 2019 by Mark Shields

As explained in Micah 7, the world was in an unhealthy spiritual condition. The rulers demanded gifts, judges accepted bribes, and corruption was like an out of control cancer. It was so bad, people could put no trust in human … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Hope | Tagged , , , , , | 1 Comment

Higher Standard

Posted on June 19, 2019 by Mark Shields

In Micah 6, the controversy is that the people had removed God’s standards from their life. They didn’t worship the ONE true God but worshiped idols and were separated from His life changing power. God desires that we act justly … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Focus | Tagged , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Something to Cheer About

Posted on June 17, 2019 by Mark Shields

Within Micah 5, prophesized is the place where Christ was born seven hundred years before His birth. He is the promised king to lead towards victory with power from up high. The King of kings who cares for His people … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Courage | Tagged , , , , , , | 1 Comment