Category Archives: Bible Study

Overcome Evil with Good

Posted on January 4, 2018 by Mark Shields

The main ideas expressed and emphasized in Romans 12:9-21 are to overcome evil with good by being faithful in prayer, being joyful in hope, and being devoted to one another in brotherly love. Imagine the effects of a world obeying … Continue reading →

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Finding My Place in this World

Posted on January 2, 2018 by Mark Shields

Paul’s request in Romans 12:1-8 relates to the new status all Christians have. Being born again as the old self has been crucified so that the body once ruled by sin is done away with. The new life gains ultimate … Continue reading →

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The Week Ahead

Posted on January 1, 2018 by Mark Shields

As we set sail on the New Year, take inspiration from Mark Twain who said one time, “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Romans 12-14

Posted on December 28, 2017 by Mark Shields

The things of this world are built like a house of cards. They may work for a while but suddenly fall apart. On the other hand, the things of God are built on the foundation of truth. We can rest … Continue reading →

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Power Available to All

Posted on December 26, 2017 by Mark Shields

God’s mystery concerning Jews and Gentiles as explained in Romans 11:25-36 is that His divine power is available to all. His mercy given allows everyone to share in His tremendous and immeasurable wisdom and to give praise (v. 33-36). Being … Continue reading →

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