Tag Archives: Matthew

Practicing What One Preaches – Matthew 23:1-28

Posted on March 31, 2012 by Mark Shields

The scribes and Pharisees didn’t practice what they preached in Matthew 23:1-28. On the outside, they looked great because of what they wore and the places they went. But on the inside, they were full of greed, self-indulgence, and hypocrisy. … Continue reading →

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Matthew 23-24 Questions for Reflection

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Mark Shields

Each day with God can be amazing because our growing faith can never be taken away or depleted. The gospel message has a beautiful and refreshing simplicity about it that sets us free and never lets us down. In my … Continue reading →

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Matthew 21-22 Questions for Reflection

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Mark Shields

Each day with God can be amazing because the pathway set before us leads to that which is pure and good and lovely. In my readings of Matthew 19-20, I’ve noticed that people are drawn to Jesus because of His … Continue reading →

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Integrating Faith and Our Actions – Matthew 20:17-34

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Mark Shields

Jesus tells the disciples in Matthew 20:17-34 that he would be betrayed to the chief priests and the teachers of the law. They would condemn him to death and turn him over to the Gentiles to be mocked and flogged … Continue reading →

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Reward for Working in the Vineyard – Matthew 20:1-16

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Mark Shields

My Pastor, Steve Ramsdell once made a point in a sermon that there are huge dividends for doing God’s work. God’s bank never goes broke and there are rewards for encouraging others. In Christ, there is a reward and your … Continue reading →

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