Category Archives: Purpose

Let the Spirit Work in Your Life

Posted on November 15, 2017 by Mark Shields

Not only does the Spirit keep us looking forward to becoming liberated from bondage and set free as God’s children but as explained in Romans 8:26-30, the Spirit works in our current life. The Spirit helps us to pray and … Continue reading →

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Directions for Our Steps

Posted on October 31, 2017 by Mark Shields

A man’s heart plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps. – Proverbs 16:9   Pointed out in the post “The Purpose for the Law”, salvation and sanctification are not obtained by keeping a list of rules but in … Continue reading →

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The Purpose for the Law

Posted on October 30, 2017 by Mark Shields

In Romans 7:7-13, Paul explains that the law and sin are not identical. The law only points out sin and does not cause the sin. Although they are somewhat related because human nature is to want and do what one … Continue reading →

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Called According to His Purpose

Posted on September 1, 2017 by Mark Shields

All things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. – Romans 8:28 As pointed out in the post “Fertile Ground for a Great Harvest”, Paul put a lot … Continue reading →

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Fertile Ground for a Great Harvest

Posted on August 31, 2017 by Mark Shields

As described in Romans 1:8-15, Paul put a lot into his relationship with the Roman Christians because he was eager to spread the Good News. Rome was the center of communication throughout the world during Paul’s time so it was … Continue reading →

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