Tag Archives: Jerusalem

Watch and Listen – Matthew 24:29-51

Posted on April 11, 2012 by Mark Shields

My Pastor, Steve Ramsdell said in a sermon once that God speaks in various ways – visions, dreams, and life’s circumstances, even through other people. Believe it or not, most of all, God speaks through the Bible. For other points … Continue reading →

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Matthew 23-24 Questions for Reflection

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Mark Shields

Each day with God can be amazing because our growing faith can never be taken away or depleted. The gospel message has a beautiful and refreshing simplicity about it that sets us free and never lets us down. In my … Continue reading →

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Lesson on Composure – Matthew 21:1-22

Posted on March 17, 2012 by Mark Shields

As I journey through Matthew 21:1-22, I notice that everyone begins to recognize who Jesus is. A crowd of people from around Jerusalem gathers as Jesus and the disciples come up the road from Jericho. Jesus sends two disciples ahead … Continue reading →

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Matthew 19-20 Questions for Reflection

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Mark Shields

I’ve come to the end of my journey through Ezekiel; a book filled with much imagery and at times difficult to interpret but with teachings that are clear and of high value. Thanks for being there for me and holding … Continue reading →

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Ezekiel 47- 48 Questions for Reflection

Posted on February 24, 2012 by Mark Shields

Over the last few chapters of Ezekiel, I’ve learned that the real way to measure effective leadership is not what benefits the present but what affects a positive direction for the future in our families, businesses, organizations, and society in … Continue reading →