Category Archives: Bible Study

Purpose of the Law

Posted on September 28, 2017 by Mark Shields

Paul concludes in Romans 3:19-20  that the purpose of the law is to make us all aware of our sin. Those who are under the law which includes everyone are held accountable to God and no one will be declared … Continue reading →

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Always Remains the Same

Posted on September 26, 2017 by Mark Shields

The early church had some disagreements just as today there are disagreements. The struggle during the time of Paul was what came first, the law or grace. Paul explains in Romans 3:1-18 that religious groups may vary or change over … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Romans 3-6

Posted on September 25, 2017 by Mark Shields

Paul writes the letter of Romans to the church at Rome while in Corinth on his third missionary journey. Within this letter is a detailed explanation of the Gospel. Paul introduces himself as a servant of Christ Jesus. He gave … Continue reading →

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Practice What You Preach

Posted on September 20, 2017 by Mark Shields

Paul is accusing the Jewish leaders in Romans 2:17-29 of not practicing what they preach. They emphasized the law but had to compliment themselves because they believed that knowing the law was top priority but Paul explains that following the … Continue reading →

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Living the Way He Teaches

Posted on September 19, 2017 by Mark Shields

Teach me Your ways, O Lord, that I may live according to Your truth! Grant me purity of heart, so that I may honor You. – Psalm 86:11 The post “Integrate Faith with Actions” is about Paul pointing out that … Continue reading →

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