Tag Archives: Holy Spirit

The ONE Who Holds the Whole Christian Faith Together

Posted on November 20, 2018 by Mark Shields

For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. – 2 Timothy 1:7 The post “Spiritual Gifts” explains that Jesus is the ONE who holds the whole Christian faith together. The … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Gifts

Posted on November 19, 2018 by Mark Shields

Paul wants the Corinthians to understand that each person has a spiritual gift. Listed in 1 Corinthians 12:1-13 are different kinds of spiritual gifts and the same Spirit distributes them. Each person’s specific gifts are determined by the work of … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of 1 Corinthians 10-13

Posted on October 31, 2018 by Mark Shields

The last few weeks has been spent going through and sharing some thoughts about the study of 1 Corinthians 6-9. Paul continues to discuss some issues within the early church. Ethics and love of neighbor is already in the agreement … Continue reading →

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Purpose of Your Body

Posted on October 12, 2018 by Mark Shields

Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies. … Continue reading →

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Honor God with Your Bodies

Posted on October 11, 2018 by Mark Shields

In the study of 1 Corinthians 6:12-20, Paul attacks moral laxity and he specifically calls out sexual immorality. Commentary in *Family Times points out that sexual immorality was prevalent in Corinth during Paul’s time because this was the place where … Continue reading →