Category Archives: Matthew

Matthew 25 Questions for Reflection

Posted on April 12, 2012 by Mark Shields

A few helpful lessons learned during my journey through Matthew 23-24 is that we can spread our wings of faith and soar by meshing what we believe with how we live. We do everything much more effective and efficient when … Continue reading →

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Watch and Listen – Matthew 24:29-51

Posted on April 11, 2012 by Mark Shields

My Pastor, Steve Ramsdell said in a sermon once that God speaks in various ways – visions, dreams, and life’s circumstances, even through other people. Believe it or not, most of all, God speaks through the Bible. For other points … Continue reading →

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Be Prepared Always – Matthew 24:1-28

Posted on April 9, 2012 by Mark Shields

The sign of Jesus’ return and the end of the age in the world is told in Matthew 24:1-28. Jesus tells the disciples that many will try to deceive and claim to be the Christ. They will hear of wars … Continue reading →

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Recognize Excellence – Matthew 23:29-39

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Mark Shields

Reading in Matthew 23:29-39, the teachers of the law and Pharisees didn’t recognize Jesus as Messiah. The Savior was ready to receive them but they were too proud and unbelieving. They continued with their old ways and didn’t become acquainted … Continue reading →

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Practicing What One Preaches – Matthew 23:1-28

Posted on March 31, 2012 by Mark Shields

The scribes and Pharisees didn’t practice what they preached in Matthew 23:1-28. On the outside, they looked great because of what they wore and the places they went. But on the inside, they were full of greed, self-indulgence, and hypocrisy. … Continue reading →

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