Category Archives: Devotionals

The Week Ahead

Posted on October 1, 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 3:21-31 * Since legal obedience cannot make one acceptable to God, what will? Who takes the initiative … Continue reading →

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Decide to Dive

Posted on September 29, 2017 by Mark Shields

Let us, then, feel very sure that we can come before God’s throne where there is grace. There we can receive mercy and grace to help us when we need it. – Hebrews 4:16 In the post “Purpose of the … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Differences

Posted on September 27, 2017 by Mark Shields

Accept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God. – Romans 15:7 God has made us all for a purpose and we need to celebrate differences. According to Guinness World Records, the tallest … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Romans 3-6

Posted on September 25, 2017 by Mark Shields

Paul writes the letter of Romans to the church at Rome while in Corinth on his third missionary journey. Within this letter is a detailed explanation of the Gospel. Paul introduces himself as a servant of Christ Jesus. He gave … Continue reading →

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Engrained in Who We Are

Posted on September 21, 2017 by Mark Shields

This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your … Continue reading →

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