Tag Archives: Neighbors

Ripple Affect

Posted on July 22, 2019 by Mark Shields

During the time of writing 1 Timothy 5:1-16, widows and elders were vulnerable in society. There was no social security, no life insurance, and jobs did not provide pensions or 401k funds. Many elders or widows could not support themselves. … Continue reading →

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Instruction

Posted on May 24, 2019 by Mark Shields

Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength. The second is this: Love your neighbor as yourself. There is no commandment greater than these. … Continue reading →

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Stern Because of Concern

Posted on May 23, 2019 by Mark Shields

In 2 Corinthians 12:11-21, Paul spends time acting as the ironic fool because he wants to get across to them that he is laying it all out there for their own benefit and not his own benefit. He loves the … Continue reading →

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Change the World with Words

Posted on January 1, 2013 by Mark Shields

Within James 3:1-12, the untamed tongue is described as being like a forest fire that starts with a small spark but then spreads out of control. It goes throughout the whole body to set the course of one’s life on … Continue reading →

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Looking Forward to The Day

Posted on December 9, 2012 by Mark Shields

The Old Testament ends with victory for those who believe and continue to honor God. While expecting His gracious promise to be fulfilled each day, we can be thankful, give effort, be disciplined, and care for neighbors. Two types of … Continue reading →

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