Tag Archives: Jesus

Going Toward That Ultimate Reward

Posted on October 29, 2015 by Mark Shields

Life can be difficult as we struggle at times, make the wrong decisions, or when life just doesn’t turn out to be like we thought it would be. We sometimes forget about the ultimate reward God has for us. As … Continue reading →

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Eternal Life In Paradise

Posted on October 28, 2015 by Mark Shields

In Luke 23:32-43, we get the recorded account of Jesus being crucified on the cross along with two criminals. The people and rulers watching the execution mocked Jesus saying, “If you are the king of the Jews, save yourself”. One … Continue reading →

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Be A Believer In The Redeemer

Posted on October 27, 2015 by Mark Shields

In the post Total Attention on the Mission, written about was that Pilate and Herod did not find a reason to crucify Jesus. Pilate did what was politically correct in his day and time. In order to keep his job as … Continue reading →

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Total Attention On The Mission

Posted on October 26, 2015 by Mark Shields

Reading in Luke 23:13-31, both Pilate and Herod wanted to release Jesus because they found no basis for charges against Him. Pilate wanted to punish Jesus and then release Him (v. 17). But the crowd wanted Pilate to release Barabbas … Continue reading →

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Leadership Is Not A Popularity Contest

Posted on October 23, 2015 by Mark Shields

Written about in the post The Trial of Jesus, we get a lesson in leadership. Jesus demonstrates leadership with poise, courage, and strength. On the other hand, Pilot and Herod demonstrated poor leadership skills. They couldn’t make a decision because … Continue reading →