Category Archives: Devotionals

Fired Up

Posted on October 27, 2017 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  As explained in the post “Released from the Law but Bound … Continue reading →

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Will is More Important than Skill

Posted on October 24, 2017 by Mark Shields

For He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son He loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. – Colossians 1:13-14  The post “Instrument of Righteousness” was about … Continue reading →

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A Triple-Braided Cord

Posted on October 19, 2017 by Mark Shields

A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back-to-back and conquer. Three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken. – Ecclesiastes 4:12 Brought out in the post “Shared Experiences” is the … Continue reading →

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Free Indeed

Posted on October 17, 2017 by Mark Shields

Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. – 2 Peter 3:18 Explained in the post “From Death to Life” is how the pattern of sin and death was broken by the free gift of … Continue reading →

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The Week Ahead

Posted on October 15, 2017 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 5:12-21 * What do you learn here about sin and death? Which comes first? What is the … Continue reading →

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