Tag Archives: Church

The ONE Who Unites Us

Posted on May 9, 2019 by Mark Shields

And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, also those having gifts of healing those able to help others, those with gifts of administration, and those speaking in different … Continue reading →

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Unlimited Power Together

Posted on May 8, 2019 by Mark Shields

The men who oppose Paul as described in 2 Corinthians 10:7-18 are judgmental and have a boastful attitude thinking they have more authority than Paul. In defense, Paul explains that it is Christ who has authority and everyone else is … Continue reading →

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The Gift of Grace

Posted on December 11, 2018 by Mark Shields

For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith — and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God. – Ephesians 2:8  Within the post “Facts of the Gospel” highlighted was the gift of grace available … Continue reading →

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Victory that Overcomes the World

Posted on December 6, 2018 by Mark Shields

For everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith. – 1 John 5:4  Sports teams are victorious by having a good game plan and being able to execute that … Continue reading →

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Orderly Worship

Posted on December 5, 2018 by Mark Shields

In the passage 1 Corinthians 14:20-40, Paul gives some rules concerning conduct in the worship service. Everything is done in a fitting and orderly way to build up the church. Discussed is the gift of tongues which is not forbidden … Continue reading →

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