Tag Archives: Prayer

Be One of the Branches

Posted on May 9, 2017 by Mark Shields

I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. – John 15:5  As noted in the post “Spirit Is Received … Continue reading →

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Spirit Is Received By Those Who Have Believed

Posted on May 8, 2017 by Mark Shields

Explained by Paul in Galatians 3:1-9 is that the Spirit is received by those who have believed in Christ and not by works of the law. We receive this great power not because of what we have done but because … Continue reading →

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The Week Ahead

Posted on May 7, 2017 by Mark Shields

This week, we will continue the journey and share some thoughts from the study of Galatians 3. Below are some questions for reflection. Galatians 3:1-9 *On what basis does a person receive the Spirit? What specific promise or commandment is … Continue reading →

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Connection to the Vine

Posted on May 3, 2017 by Mark Shields

There were different ways of thinking about salvation as described in Galatians 2:11-21. One way to salvation which was represented by Paul is that faith in Christ Jesus is how a person is saved. To have a sustaining faith there … Continue reading →

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Through His Diverse People

Posted on May 1, 2017 by Mark Shields

Paul’s authority was challenged even after fourteen years of being converted and preaching the Gospel. As we read in Galatians 2:1-10, we get the account of Paul’s contact with the Jerusalem leaders and this strengthens the case for his independent … Continue reading →

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