Category Archives: Bible Study

Fertile Ground for a Great Harvest

Posted on August 31, 2017 by Mark Shields

As described in Romans 1:8-15, Paul put a lot into his relationship with the Roman Christians because he was eager to spread the Good News. Rome was the center of communication throughout the world during Paul’s time so it was … Continue reading →

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Responding to the Facts of the Gospel

Posted on August 30, 2017 by Mark Shields

Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. – Hebrews 11:1 Shared in the post “The Servant of Christ Jesus”, Paul gave the church at Rome some facts of the … Continue reading →

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The Servant of Christ Jesus

Posted on August 29, 2017 by Mark Shields

Reading in Romans 1:1-7, Paul introduces himself as a servant of Christ Jesus. He had never been to Rome as he writes this letter while in Corinth on his third missionary journey. He also introduces himself as an apostle; someone … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Romans 1-2

Posted on August 28, 2017 by Mark Shields

I want to take this time to thank all of you my readers. I’ve found this blog to be a great tool in my journey through the Bible and you, my readers are keeping me accountable to daily Bible reading … Continue reading →

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Order and Patience

Posted on August 23, 2017 by Mark Shields

Moses inspected the construction of the tabernacle and saw that the Israelites had done just as the Lord had commanded. In Exodus 40, the Lord told Moses to “Set up the tabernacle, the tent of meeting, on the first day … Continue reading →

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