Category Archives: Bible Study

Knowing Our Express Purpose

Posted on August 31, 2016 by Mark Shields

We learn what kind of person Festus is in Acts 25:1-22. He is a new governor and a much stronger governor than Felix who had been sent back to Rome because of the poor way in which he had handled … Continue reading →

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Persistence Overcomes Resistance

Posted on August 29, 2016 by Mark Shields

Paul’s life was in jeopardy but was taken to Governor Felix who ordered that he be kept under guard in Herod’s palace.  As laid out in today’s passage Acts 24:1-27, Paul is accused by the Jewish leaders of being a … Continue reading →

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The Week Ahead

Posted on August 28, 2016 by Mark Shields

This week, we will be sharing some thoughts from the study of Acts 24 and 25. Below are some questions for reflection:  Acts 24:1-27 What kind of person is Festus? What type of influence is Paul having on authorities? Can … Continue reading →

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Step Ahead with Poise

Posted on August 24, 2016 by Mark Shields

Reading in Acts 23:12-35, a plot by forty men to kill Paul was being set up but God rescues Paul from this guerrilla attempt by destroying the scheme. The son of Paul’s sister was put in a position to overhear … Continue reading →

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Take Courage

Posted on August 22, 2016 by Mark Shields

In Acts 23:1-11 we get the account of Paul being questioned before the Sanhedrin. The high priest named Ananias ordered that Paul be struck on the mouth and Paul came back with an insult towards the high priest. It was … Continue reading →

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