Tag Archives: Gospel of Matthew

Matthew 12:1-14

Posted on August 5, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup Today, we read about the disciples picking grain to eat as they walk through a field on the Sabbath and we also read about Jesus healing on the Sabbath. The Pharisees said this went against God’s Law. As … Continue reading →

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Matthew 11:20-30

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup Christ invites all to come to him for rest and freedom from burdens. Like a vehicle that needs fuel, our souls need fuel and Jesus provides it for us. The Holy Spirit provides us with inner peace and … Continue reading →

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Matthew 11:1-19

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup On sports teams, there are various roles and it’s the same on God’s team as we fulfill our role with the common purpose of winning souls for Christ. John the Baptist’s role in history was to be God’s messenger … Continue reading →

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Matthew 11-12 questions

Posted on July 31, 2011 by Mark Shields

The questions below are to be used to provide fuel for your thoughts as you study each of the blocks of readings. Matthew 11:1-19 Passage Lookup What is the role of John the Baptist in history (See Malachi 3:1; 4:5-6)? … Continue reading →

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Matthew 10:34-42

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Mark Shields

Image via Wikipedia Passage Lookup Billy Graham was quoted once to say, “Comfort and prosperity have never enriched the world as much as adversity has”. Those that face adversity can be of good cheer because the hard times prepare one … Continue reading →