Tag Archives: Holy Spirit

Incentive for Growing in Faith

Posted on February 9, 2018 by Mark Shields

Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him. – 1 Corinthians 2:9 As pointed out in the post “Benefits of Wisdom”,  there … Continue reading →

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Benefits of Wisdom

Posted on February 8, 2018 by Mark Shields

Reading in Proverbs 2, explained is that God’s part in each of us gaining wisdom are the instructions found in His word, His commands, and His Spirit. These resources of God provide a guide to life skills like faith, hope, … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Proverbs 1-6

Posted on February 5, 2018 by Mark Shields

I want to take this time to thank all of you my readers. I’ve found this blog to be a great tool in my journey through the Bible and you, my readers are keeping me accountable to daily Bible reading … Continue reading →

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More Blessed to Give than to Receive

Posted on January 26, 2018 by Mark Shields

In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ … Continue reading →

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In Giving We Receive the Greatest Gift

Posted on January 25, 2018 by Mark Shields

Paul’s assessment of the virtues of the Roman Christians in Romans 15:14-33 is that they are full of goodness, filled with knowledge, and competent to instruct one another (v. 14). Paul pictures his relationship with the Roman Christians as being … Continue reading →

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