Category Archives: Matthew

Matthew 23-24 Questions for Reflection

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Mark Shields

Each day with God can be amazing because our growing faith can never be taken away or depleted. The gospel message has a beautiful and refreshing simplicity about it that sets us free and never lets us down. In my … Continue reading →

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Jesus is Tested – Matthew 22:15-45

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Mark Shields

The gospel message has a beautiful and refreshing simplicity about it. There is real integrity and no need for manipulation. As I journey through Matthew 22:15-45, I noticed how the Pharisees planned to trap Jesus with contradictory words thus damaging … Continue reading →

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In the Faith – Matthew 22:1-14

Posted on March 24, 2012 by Mark Shields

Biblical principles are practical today and they will not let us down. Yielding to a Godly perspective day in and day out will set us free. The wedding clothes mentioned in Mathew 22:1-14 are the character traits Christians should put … Continue reading →

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Not What You Say But What You Do – Matthew 21:23-46

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Mark Shields

My Pastor said once in a sermon that the way to be great is to have the right priorities and be a servant like Jesus. To apply the Word, recognize what is needed, and use your talents to help. For … Continue reading →

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Lesson on Composure – Matthew 21:1-22

Posted on March 17, 2012 by Mark Shields

As I journey through Matthew 21:1-22, I notice that everyone begins to recognize who Jesus is. A crowd of people from around Jerusalem gathers as Jesus and the disciples come up the road from Jericho. Jesus sends two disciples ahead … Continue reading →