Tag Archives: Faith

Matthew 23-24 Questions for Reflection

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Mark Shields

Each day with God can be amazing because our growing faith can never be taken away or depleted. The gospel message has a beautiful and refreshing simplicity about it that sets us free and never lets us down. In my … Continue reading →

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In the Faith – Matthew 22:1-14

Posted on March 24, 2012 by Mark Shields

Biblical principles are practical today and they will not let us down. Yielding to a Godly perspective day in and day out will set us free. The wedding clothes mentioned in Mathew 22:1-14 are the character traits Christians should put … Continue reading →

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Lesson on Composure – Matthew 21:1-22

Posted on March 17, 2012 by Mark Shields

As I journey through Matthew 21:1-22, I notice that everyone begins to recognize who Jesus is. A crowd of people from around Jerusalem gathers as Jesus and the disciples come up the road from Jericho. Jesus sends two disciples ahead … Continue reading →

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Ezekiel 4

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup Ezekiel uses symbolism to get attention. He demonstrates the siege and length of punishment to those already in exile so they will know what it will take to persist throughout. It’s important when under siege by the enemy … Continue reading →

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Matthew 15:1-20

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup One can know God’s law but most important is applying that law to their life. What degrades the law of God is when one says good things but does not follow through in their actions. The evangelist and … Continue reading →