Tag Archives: Discipline

The Better Way

Posted on August 27, 2012 by Mark Shields

The author of Psalm 94 lived in a day when government promoted wrongdoing and persecuted the virtuous. He pleads with God for a settling of scores. Think of all the negative enterprises today that prosper while they destroy the lives … Continue reading →

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Doing the Right Thing

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Mark Shields

As explained in Nehemiah 5, there was an outcry of the people about their living conditions. They blamed the leaders for burdening them with excessive tax to the king. Nehemiah was a leader for the people and angry at the … Continue reading →

Posted in Nehemiah | Tagged Character, Discipline, Generosity, God, God’s Word, Integrity, Jerusalem, Judah, Leadership, Nehemiah, Prayer, Religion and Spirituality, Wall of Jerusalem | 1 Comment

Questions for Reflection – Nehemiah 1-3

Posted on June 17, 2012 by Mark Shields

I’ve completed the book of Ezra and at this link is an index of the studies published so far. Along the journey, it was noticed how Ezra encourages the returned-exiles in the building of the temple. He teaches them how … Continue reading →

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Inspiration for Change

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Mark Shields

As stated in Ezra 9, a report was brought to Ezra of the people being unfaithful because of associations with those who worshiped idols instead of the one true God. Even the leaders were guilty; lacking the discipline and setting … Continue reading →

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Be Prepared Always – Matthew 24:1-28

Posted on April 9, 2012 by Mark Shields

The sign of Jesus’ return and the end of the age in the world is told in Matthew 24:1-28. Jesus tells the disciples that many will try to deceive and claim to be the Christ. They will hear of wars … Continue reading →