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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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Lesson on Composure – Matthew 21:1-22

Posted on March 17, 2012 by Mark Shields

As I journey through Matthew 21:1-22, I notice that everyone begins to recognize who Jesus is. A crowd of people from around Jerusalem gathers as Jesus and the disciples come up the road from Jericho. Jesus sends two disciples ahead … Continue reading →

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Grace Brings Victory – Ezekiel 47

Posted on February 25, 2012 by Mark Shields

Things can be made right; inner peace, laughter, and no stress. Freedom is waiting and the healing begins when we fall on our knees knowing grace brings victory. In Ezekiel 47, the waters flow from the Temple of God to … 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 →

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Wanting God’s Help – Ezekiel 38

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Mark Shields

If we ask for God’s help to fulfill His purpose, will He give good visions, dreams, and plans? He did for Ezekiel and if He does for you, cherish them because they will be the blueprints to follow as you … Continue reading →