Tag Archives: Jesus

Greater Is The One Living Inside

Posted on September 3, 2015 by Mark Shields

Jesus explains to the rich ruler that worldly wealth can be a hindrance to spiritual growth. As written about in the post Eternal Treasure Jesus explains to him that building treasure in heaven should be our ultimate purpose in life. … Continue reading →

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Eternal Treasure

Posted on September 2, 2015 by Mark Shields

The clear point made in Luke 18:18-30 is that we can do all the right things and be the best person in the world but still not be good enough unless we follow Jesus. The rich ruler in this passage … Continue reading →

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Receiving The Kingdom Like Children

Posted on September 1, 2015 by Mark Shields

In thinking of ways to receive the kingdom of God with enthusiasm like children as written about in Just be Yourself, we need to give all credit for what is accomplished in our life to God. We need to be … Continue reading →

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Just be Yourself

Posted on August 31, 2015 by Mark Shields

The Pharisee believed he was better than everyone else in the parable The Pharisee and the Tax Collector recorded in Luke 18:9-17. He viewed himself as being superior to others because he fasted twice a week and gave a tenth … Continue reading →

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Sermon Thoughts – (08/30/2015)

Posted on August 30, 2015 by Mark Shields

This day with God, share a thought from one of the great sermons or listen to a podcast like this one: “The Power of Believing”. The gospel message of Jesus being God in the flesh seems impossible but many things of … Continue reading →