Category Archives: Devotionals

The Passion on the Inside Forms Something Valuable on the Outside

Posted on January 24, 2018 by Mark Shields

His word was in my heart like a burning fire shut up in my bones; I was weary of holding it back, and I could not. – Jeremiah 20:9 We face difficulties and tensions in life but that’s when the … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Romans 15-16

Posted on January 22, 2018 by Mark Shields

Studied over the last few weeks was Paul’s appeal to the status we have in Christ; a member of the body of believers using their individual strengths for the purpose of fulfilling God’s will. By yielding to God’s will for … Continue reading →

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Attitude of Kindness

Posted on January 18, 2018 by Mark Shields

We put no stumbling block in anyone’s path, so that our ministry will not be discredited. – 2 Corinthians 6:3 The post “Accepting Others and Working Together” brought out the thought that we are bound together by the peace and … Continue reading →

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The Week Ahead

Posted on January 14, 2018 by Mark Shields

This week, we will continue the study of the book of Romans and share more thoughts. Below are some questions for reflection.  Romans 14:1-12 * What are the likely attitudes of the strong toward the weak? The weak toward the … Continue reading →

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The Golden Rule

Posted on January 11, 2018 by Mark Shields

So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets. – Matthew 7:12 In the post “Loving Our Neighbor”, some ideas were discussed and the thought came … Continue reading →

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