Category Archives: Bible Study

Total Attention On The Mission

Posted on October 26, 2015 by Mark Shields

Reading in Luke 23:13-31, both Pilate and Herod wanted to release Jesus because they found no basis for charges against Him. Pilate wanted to punish Jesus and then release Him (v. 17). But the crowd wanted Pilate to release Barabbas … Continue reading →

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The Trial of Jesus

Posted on October 22, 2015 by Mark Shields

Continuing with the trial of Jesus, Luke 23:1-12 explains that the Jewish council brought Jesus before Pilate. Since Pilate was the Roman governor of Judea, the charge they brought before him was subverting the nation; opposing payment of taxes to … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Luke 23-24

Posted on October 21, 2015 by Mark Shields

Shared over the last few weeks were some thoughts as I journey through Luke. Jesus explains how best to live out life but goes through opposition from the chief priests and teachers of the law. We all go through times … Continue reading →

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More Precious Than Anything Life Has To Offer

Posted on October 19, 2015 by Mark Shields

After Jesus was arrested on the Mount of Olives, noted in Luke 22:54-71 is the account of the men seizing Him and taking Him to the house of the high priest. Peter followed at a distance but eventually got closer … Continue reading →

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Overcoming The Pressures Of Life

Posted on October 14, 2015 by Mark Shields

As explained in Luke 22:39-53, Jesus went to the Mount of Olives and His disciples followed. Jesus went there and prayed about the pressure He felt in carrying out His purpose. An angel appeared and He felt strengthened but He … Continue reading →