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First Order of Business is Prayer

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Mark Shields

After the temple was built, the first order of business was prayer. Solomon’s main request in 2 Chronicles 6 is for God to hear their prayers of repentance and forgiveness. Solomon knew what God had promised and in prayer ask … Continue reading →

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Don’t Forget the Go

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Mark Shields

Yesterday’s message at the church I worship at was titled “Don’t Forget the Go”. At this link: Pastor’s Podcast, you can see/listen to each message. The podcast can be used for Bible study material or small group discussion. Here is a … Continue reading →

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Wisdom That Works

Posted on September 3, 2013 by Mark Shields

Last Sunday, we continued the sermon series “Wisdom for Life” at the church where I worship. At this link: Pastor’s Podcast, you can see/listen to each message of the series. You may also want to use for Bible study or small … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts From Sermon | Tagged Bible, Bible Study, Christianity, Creator deity, Evangelism, God, iron sharpens iron, Jesus, sermon series, Sophia (wisdom), spirituality, way to wisdom | 8 Comments

Using The Skills He Gives

Posted on September 1, 2013 by Mark Shields

As I reflect upon the reading of 2 Chronicles 2 and posting yesterday, Solomon put a lot of people with various skills into place in order to build the temple. In the same way, think of ways you can use … Continue reading →

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Testimony of His Infinite Greatness

Posted on August 31, 2013 by Mark Shields

Solomon in 2 Chronicles 2 gives testimony of the infinite greatness of the Lord and wanting to build a temple to worship Him in His presence. He sought resources from king Huram to help with this endeavor. Testimony is given … Continue reading →