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Matthew 17:14-27

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup As we go further into Matthew 17, Jesus teaches how important words can be. He is irritated with the disciples for their lack of faith and tries to set them straight with stern words that get their attention; … Continue reading →

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Matthew 17:1-13

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup As we journey into Matthew 17, we read that the face of Jesus shined with Divine majesty, Moses appeared, Elijah appeared, God spoke from heaven, and all confirmed their faith in Jesus. The event in today’s reading will … Continue reading →

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Questions for Matthew 17-18

Posted on September 4, 2011 by Mark Shields

Questions for Reflection: Matthew 17:1-13 Passage Lookup What is the same or what is different about this event and the event in Exodus 34:29-35? What do you think is the primary purpose of the visit? Matthew 17:14-27 Passage Lookup As … Continue reading →

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Matthew 16:13-28

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup Peter understood who Jesus is but there was a misunderstanding as to the true reward which is not of this world but everlasting happiness in heaven. All worldly things put together are of little value compared to a … Continue reading →

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Matthew 16:1-12

Posted on August 31, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup As we journey into this passage, we read about some dissension among the disciples because they forgot to bring food as they crossed the lake. Jesus told them to be more concerned about the lack of food from … Continue reading →

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