Tag Archives: Hope

Spiritual Weapons

Posted on May 6, 2019 by Mark Shields

Paul addresses the people in 2 Corinthians 10:1-6 which includes false teachers who believed more in the power of worldly methods and practices rather than spiritual power from God. The war Paul is fighting is a spiritual war and the … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of 2 Corinthians 9-11

Posted on May 1, 2019 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, we’ve shared some thoughts and ideas from the journey through 2 Corinthians 5-8. Paul explained there is reconciliation to God through Christ and because of this, we are a new creation. This new creation gives … Continue reading →

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All-Surpassing Power

Posted on April 26, 2019 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
We may face pressure But never crushed; We face uncertainty But never lack of trust. Persecution But no isolation; Maybe struck down, But no devastation. In our difficulties We overcome With a greater power To…

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The New is Here

Posted on April 12, 2019 by Mark Shields

Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! – 2 Corinthians 5:17 Pointed out in the post “New Creation” is Paul explaining how there is reconciliation to God through … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of 2 Corinthians 5-8

Posted on April 10, 2019 by Mark Shields

Each new day is a gift of renewal with amazing power because Christ has paid for all sins. In one cataclysmic moment, all wrong-doing is wiped clean and we have access through prayer to the ONE who has all the … Continue reading →