Tag Archives: Jesus

Choosing to Accept Grace

Posted on April 17, 2015 by Mark Shields

In the post He is in Control, the thought is that God is in control of our future. Written about is the story of Jacob’s life who worked hard and developed skills in raising livestock. He was shrewd and used … Continue reading →

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He is in Control

Posted on April 16, 2015 by Mark Shields

Image Source We can plan out our future, take action, and work hard but following God’s will is most important for a bright future. In reading Genesis 30, we get examples of just how omnipotent and sovereign God is because … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Genesis 29-32

Posted on April 13, 2015 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, I’ve studied how Esau was talked out of his birthright because he only looked at what he wanted in the short term. The lesson to me was that we must be able to make decisions … Continue reading →

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Planting Seeds for God’s Blessings

Posted on April 3, 2015 by Mark Shields

In the post Influence Future Generations, the thought was about offering our children the way that brings victory for the future. We owe it to those we love to be the best we can and to plant seeds for God’s … Continue reading →

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Influence Future Generations

Posted on April 2, 2015 by Mark Shields

There was a famine in the land and Isaac thought about leaving and going to Egypt but God tells Isaac to stay and makes a promise that He would be with him and provide for his needs as stated in … Continue reading →

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