Tag Archives: Forgiveness

Bless with Gentleness

Posted on June 24, 2015 by Mark Shields

After the death of Jacob, we read in Genesis 50 that Joseph requested that his father be buried in the land of Canaan. Since Joseph was in good standing with Pharaoh, he was granted his wish. So Joseph, along with … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotionals, Genesis | Tagged Blessings, Compassion, Difficulties, Forgiveness, Gentleness, God, Kindness, Smile | 2 Comments

Questions for Reflection for Study of Genesis 48-50

Posted on June 17, 2015 by Mark Shields

Some thoughts shared recently as I journeyed through Genesis 45-47 were about the forgiveness of Joseph as he reveals his identity to his brothers. They had been jealous of him when they were young after Joseph told them the dream … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Devotionals, Genesis, Questions for Reflection | Tagged Bible, Bible Study, Christ, Community, Dreams, Faith, Family, Forgiveness, Future, Genesis, God, Humility, Joseph, Life, Nation, Prayer, Priorities, Reflection, Spiritual Growth, victory | Leave a comment

Arranging Time with God Results in the Changing of Lives

Posted on June 12, 2015 by Mark Shields

Jacob faithfully prays to God and receives hope in a dream to finally be reunited with his son Joseph. After all these years and now at an old age, he finally understands what faith is all about. It’s all about prayer … Continue reading →

Posted in Genesis, Music, Video | Tagged Advice, Bible, Confidence, Dream, Faith, Forgiveness, God, Hope, Jesus Christ, Optimism, Prayer, victory, Vision, Wisdom | 3 Comments

Visions Bring Decisions

Posted on June 11, 2015 by Mark Shields

As explained in Genesis 46, Jacob knew that he should settle his family in Egypt because God spoke to him in a vision telling him to go to Egypt. God told Jacob He would go to Egypt with him and … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Genesis | Tagged Bible, Confidence, Faith, Forgiveness, God, Jesus Christ, Optimism, Prayer, victory, Vision | 2 Comments

Journey through Life with Encouragement

Posted on June 2, 2015 by Mark Shields

In the post Journey through Life with Respect, Joseph invites his brothers to dinner and respects the Egyptian custom of serving Hebrews separately. His brothers show respect to Joseph and humbly give gifts. As we live on this earth, there … Continue reading →