Tag Archives: Jesus

Questions for Reflection for Study of Luke 10-11

Posted on June 29, 2015 by Mark Shields

The study of Genesis was completed last week and I’ve been sharing some thoughts about this study. Now the focus will turn to the book of Luke. I’ve already shared in previous posts about the first 9 chapters of Luke … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible Study, Devotionals, Luke, Questions for Reflection | Tagged Bible Study, Discoveries, Faith, Freedom, God’s Plan, God’s Word, Holy Spirit, Humility, Jesus, Lessons, Miracles, Power, Prayer, Purpose, Reflection, Teacher | Leave a comment

He Loves Us Even When We Do Not Deserve It

Posted on June 10, 2015 by Mark Shields

Joseph had been sold into slavery many years ago because of his brother’s jealousy but his ability to interpret dreams helped him progress from slave to second-in-command in Egypt. When a famine hit the region, Joseph was prepared because God … Continue reading →

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Joseph Reveals His Identity

Posted on June 9, 2015 by Mark Shields

Joseph reveals his identity to his brothers in Genesis 45. He told them not to be afraid for selling him into slavery many years ago. Joseph’s attitude of his circumstance is that God put him in his position for a … Continue reading →

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His Word Makes a Way so it’s Okay

Posted on May 21, 2015 by Mark Shields

In the post Receive Direction From His Word, I wrote about the circumstance of Joseph while in an Egyptian prison. During the time of Joseph, God spoke through dreams but today God speaks to us through His Word. Think back … Continue reading →

Posted in Genesis, Overcome Difficulty | Tagged Blessings, Challenges, Dreams, Faith, Forgiving, God’s Word, Gratefulness, Holy Spirit, Hope, Jesus, Joseph, Mission, Overcome Difficulty, Perspective, Prayer, Rewards, Soul, Strength | Leave a comment

Receive Direction From His Word

Posted on May 20, 2015 by Mark Shields

While in prison, Joseph made use of his circumstances as explained in Genesis 40 by helping others and by not being downtrodden but maintaining hope. He had a desire to find a way out of his situation and took the … Continue reading →