Tag Archives: Faith

One Common Link

Posted on April 17, 2019 by Mark Shields

Reading in 2 Corinthians 6:11 through 7:4, Paul’s desire for the Corinthians was to grow in their faith. Paul expected them to put forth the effort just as the Christian leaders of the Corinthian church had done. To be open … Continue reading →

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The New is Here

Posted on April 12, 2019 by Mark Shields

Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! – 2 Corinthians 5:17 Pointed out in the post “New Creation” is Paul explaining how there is reconciliation to God through … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of 2 Corinthians 5-8

Posted on April 10, 2019 by Mark Shields

Each new day is a gift of renewal with amazing power because Christ has paid for all sins. In one cataclysmic moment, all wrong-doing is wiped clean and we have access through prayer to the ONE who has all the … Continue reading →

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Break Through the Barriers

Posted on April 9, 2019 by Mark Shields

The Lord is my light and my salvation – whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life – of whom shall I be afraid? – Psalm 27:1  Within the post “Spiritual Treasures are Forever”, written about … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Treasures are Forever

Posted on April 8, 2019 by Mark Shields

The truth about life that has totally grasped Paul as we read in 2 Corinthians 4:16 through 5:10 is that the outer nature is temporary but the inner nature is eternal. Life on earth is only for a short time … Continue reading →

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