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Enthusiastically Spread the Good News

Posted on January 25, 2017 by Mark Shields

There was tremendous Jewish opposition to the Gospel message and Paul had been able to stay in Thessalonica for only a few weeks. Reading Paul’s letter in 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:12, Paul explains how he thought about them all the time … Continue reading →

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The Week Ahead

Posted on January 22, 2017 by Mark Shields

This week, we will be sharing some thoughts from the study of 1 Thessalonians 2 and 3. Below are some questions for reflection 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16 How does Paul defend himself and his companions from the charges brought against them? … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of 1 Thessalonians

Posted on January 18, 2017 by Mark Shields

Over the next few weeks, the journey through the Bible takes me to 1 Thessalonians. This is a letter written by Paul to encourage and complete his teaching on Christ’s return. It is written as a response from the news … Continue reading →

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The Same Power Lives in Us

Posted on January 17, 2017 by Mark Shields

The Lord gives strength to His people; The Lord blesses His people with peace. – Psalm 29:11 The Creator of thunder, lightning, and the winds of a powerful storm offers this same power to His people. He also provides … Continue reading →

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Turn Intense Complexities into Ordinary Simplicities

Posted on January 16, 2017 by Mark Shields

In Psalm 29, the qualities of God are revealed in the storm and its aftermath. The powerful and majestic thunder of a storm is like His voice. The quick striking flash of lightning immediately catches ones attention as the dark … Continue reading →