Category Archives: Bible Study

Assistance to Go the Distance

Posted on February 23, 2017 by Mark Shields

After the death of Moses, Joshua took over as the leader of the Israelites. Just like Moses, Joshua needed God’s assistance to go the distance in setting out to lay claim to the Promised Land. Joshua wanted to find out … Continue reading →

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Obedience and Achievement

Posted on February 21, 2017 by Mark Shields

After the death of Moses, Joshua became the leader of the Israelites as they continued toward the promised land of Canaan. Reading in Joshua 1, God promises Joshua that He would be there to help lead to the land He … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Joshua 1-6

Posted on February 20, 2017 by Mark Shields

God chooses Joshua to take over from Moses as the one responsible for leading the Israelites into the Promised Land. This seems like an impossible challenge but with God, all things are possible. We can be inspired over the next … Continue reading →

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Leading by Example

Posted on February 15, 2017 by Mark Shields

The problem discussed in reading 2 Thessalonians 3:6-17 is idleness and not willing to work for a living. Idleness leads to disruptiveness but being busy in important matters leads to productiveness. Using time wisely, having priorities, and overcoming the obstacles … Continue reading →

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Living Out the Truth

Posted on February 13, 2017 by Mark Shields

Reading in 2 Thessalonians 2:13 through 3:5, Paul explains that every individual is responsible for believing in the truth, holding on to the truth, and living out the truth. The hardest to accomplish is to live out the truth. We … Continue reading →