Tag Archives: Hope

Little Acts of Kindness – Matthew 25:31-46

Posted on April 17, 2012 by Mark Shields

As written in Matthew 25:31-46, the actions that please the King include feeding the hungry, inviting strangers in, giving cloths to those in need, and visiting the sick or those in prison. Everyone needs help at some point in life … Continue reading →

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Ezekiel 11

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup In reading today’s passage, we notice the rulers who regarded themselves as invincible leaders of the people. They cite the city of Jerusalem as being able to protect them but Ezekiel tells them that God will allow the … Continue reading →

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Lamentations 3:21-39

Posted on June 29, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup – Read or Listen Account for the change in mood at verse 21. On what basis is there hope for restoration? What is required to experience it? Remembering the goodness of God in the past gives hope for … Continue reading →

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Lamentations 3 questions

Posted on June 26, 2011 by Mark Shields

Make use of the question(s) below as you study: Passage Lookup – Read or Listen Lamentations 3:1-20 Think of when you have experienced affliction? What has been your response? What images depict the effects of God’s wrath (focus on the … Continue reading →