Tag Archives: Holy Spirit

Questions for Reflection for Study of Proverbs 7-12

Posted on February 26, 2018 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, I’ve been sharing some thoughts brought out in the study of the book of Proverbs. This collection of writings urges conduct that expresses a person’s relationship with God in everyday situations. Throughout this book, we … Continue reading →

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Working Together to Make the Right Moves

Posted on February 22, 2018 by Mark Shields

Two are better than one because they have a good return for their work: If one falls down, his friend can help him up. But pity the man who falls and has no one to help him up! – Ecclesiastes … Continue reading →

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Being Industrious

Posted on February 21, 2018 by Mark Shields

In today’s passage Proverbs 6, a lesson is given on being industrious and using good common sense. The passage gives us the lesson using the example of an ant. The ant doesn’t sit around doing nothing but they’ve worked out … Continue reading →

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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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