Tag Archives: Life

Connected to the Root

Posted on December 20, 2017 by Mark Shields

The passage Romans 11:17-24 explains the root and natural branches. The root is God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. The natural braches are the people of Israel who were rejected because they had not accepted the Gospel … Continue reading →

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Untapped Potential

Posted on December 8, 2017 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
All face competition That holds them back Like fear or despair And all the flack. A football team Studies competition With previous game film To fulfill their mission. And we can always Study about life;…

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Romans 9-11

Posted on November 24, 2017 by Mark Shields

This day with God, know that you have a role to play because you have will and will is more important than skill. Choose to be on God’s side for He is always right. All winning teams have a game … Continue reading →

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Stronger on the Other Side

Posted on November 14, 2017 by Mark Shields

Tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope. Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us. – Romans 5:3-5  Even in … Continue reading →

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Hope Gives Patience During Difficulty

Posted on November 13, 2017 by Mark Shields

Explained in Romans 8:18-25 is that suffering and glory are related because just as Christ went through suffering on the cross, we also have trials in life before there is brighter future filled with glory. Regardless of our circumstance, hope … Continue reading →

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