Tag Archives: Life

Questions for Reflection for Study of Genesis 37-40

Posted on May 11, 2015 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, I’ve studied about the reunion of Esau and Jacob and how this was a lesson on handling conflict. We face conflict every day. Maybe it is the driver who is in a hurry and cuts … Continue reading →

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Commitment to Spiritual Growth

Posted on May 7, 2015 by Mark Shields

The actions of today can have long-term, far-reaching implications in our living for the future. Below are a few actions we can take that effect our future in a positive way: Be decisive and accept Christ as Savior Stay focused … Continue reading →

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Make sure the Path is Clear

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Mark Shields

From the first encounter with God at Bethel to the second encounter, Jacob got off the path and those around him had gotten off the path. Sometimes along our journey, we can lose our focus on God because of His … Continue reading →

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Focus on the ONE that Makes the Impossible Possible

Posted on May 4, 2015 by Mark Shields

From the first encounter with God at Bethel in Genesis 28 to his return and another encounter with God as explained in Genesis 35, Jacob was surrounded by things that took his total focus away from God. He had been … Continue reading →

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The Best Way Out of a Situation is Always Through It

Posted on May 1, 2015 by Mark Shields

In any tough situation in life we go through, we want immediate action but most of the time the best way is to think it out and ask for God’s direction to stay on track. In the post Handling Situations … Continue reading →

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