Tag Archives: Discipline

Questions for Reflection – The Book of Malachi

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Mark Shields

Reflecting on my journey through the book of Zechariah, the word reform keeps coming to mind. Back in the time before the first coming of Jesus, a new way was needed for the future and Jesus provided that way. By … Continue reading →

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The Power to Change

Posted on December 1, 2012 by Mark Shields

God knows what is best for each person and the Holy Spirit gives the power to change. I might have some flaws but God can refine me through a daily process and help me become more and more like Christ. … Continue reading →

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Training Takes Effort

Posted on November 3, 2012 by Mark Shields

In reflecting on yesterday’s reading of Zechariah 5-6, there is a choice we make in order to become more like Christ. Training for anything be it in sports or in life takes effort. I mentioned yesterday about going out for … Continue reading →

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The Choice to Obey

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Mark Shields

Disciplined study of God’s Word, acceptance of His Son, and asking for help to receive the power of the Holy Spirit leads to a bright future. Even though the book of Zechariah was written around 519 BC after the Babylonian … Continue reading →

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The Best Way

Posted on October 19, 2012 by Mark Shields

At the point of writing Haggai 2:10-23, the harvest was small in Israel. The contamination of sin had limited the productivity of their crops. As the people obeyed God and took small steps toward His will, productivity followed. Activities in … Continue reading →