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The Journey Home – Ezra 2

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Mark Shields

In Ezra 2, God’s people who had been exiled in Babylon return on the 800 mile journey back home to Jerusalem. Almost 50,000 people return to their homeland. They had been through tough times, away from their homeland a long … Continue reading →

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God’s Word is Powerful – Ezra 1

Posted on May 19, 2012 by Mark Shields

God’s Word is powerful in human life. Because of the Word found in Jeremiah, the Lord moved the heart of Cyrus king of Persia to let the exiles return to Jerusalem and rebuild the Temple. The Temple had been destroyed … Continue reading →

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Positive Direction for the Future – Ezekiel 45

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Mark Shields

The real way to measure effective leadership is not what benefits the present but what affects a positive direction for the future in our families, businesses, organizations, and society in general. In Ezekiel 45, God is giving instructions for how … Continue reading →

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Time with God – Ezekiel 42

Posted on February 11, 2012 by Mark Shields

At this link, is a piano piece that I’ve found helps me in reflecting on my Bible readings and helps when trying to understand the lessons God is teaching. Today, I’m reading in Ezekiel 42. A tour of the area … Continue reading →

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Envisioning the Possibilities – Ezekiel 40

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Mark Shields

Leading up to the vision given in Ezekiel 40, the homeland of the Israelites had been destroyed and they’ve gone through years of exile. Healing needs to take place but what can start this process? Vision and dreams can help get started in … Continue reading →