Tag Archives: Jesus

The Compassion and Power

Posted on November 3, 2014 by Mark Shields

Now as we continue the Journey through Luke 7:1-17, we read about two accounts of both the compassion and power of Jesus. The first account is when Jesus entered Capernaum. A centurion had a servant who was sick and he … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Luke 7-8

Posted on October 31, 2014 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks in the study of Luke, noted were some thoughts and ideas that we can apply today as we journey through life. Some difficulties and adversities seem impossible to overcome but if we give up control … Continue reading →

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Putting Lessons Learned Into Practice

Posted on October 30, 2014 by Mark Shields

Living the way Christ teaches us is not so much about knowledge but how to apply our faith in life. God’s word became flesh and the lessons learned guide us in our relationships, our career, and in everything we do. … Continue reading →

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Jesus Teaches Through Parables

Posted on October 29, 2014 by Mark Shields

Image Source Reading in Luke 6:39-49, Jesus teaches through three parables. The first is the eye and its focus (vv. 39-42), the second is the tree and its fruit (vv. 43-45), and the third is the house and its foundation … Continue reading →

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Prayer and Plans

Posted on October 28, 2014 by Mark Shields

Our time in prayer should be a time of preparation and planning just as Jesus demonstrates to us when making a decision on who would be His 12 Apostles. We should desire to know the decisions we make are right. … Continue reading →

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