Tag Archives: Prayer

Ezekiel 3:16-27

Posted on September 18, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup Ezekiel finds comfort in knowing that God is with him to give instructions; to take His directives and speak His words. We can also speak God’s words. There are different ways to speak them. It may be in how you … Continue reading →

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Matthew 10:16-23

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup Jesus gave the disciples some instructions about how to handle those that seek to ruin and silence Him. He told them to be shrewd, on guard, stand firm, and let the Holy Spirit guide them in what they … Continue reading →

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Lamentations 1:12-22

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup – Read or Listen  What can those who observe the grieving woman learn from her sorrow? What images show the extent of the suffering? Jerusalem is represented as a grieving woman in this passage. After reading, one should … Continue reading →

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Lamentations 1:1-11

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Mark Shields

In what areas of life do you tend to ignore the consequences of unethical behavior? Why? Which do you excuse in others? Why? Jerusalem collapsed when the Babylonian army devastates her in 586 BC. The leaders had not heeded Jeremiah’s … Continue reading →

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Jeremiah 51

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup – Read or Listen Contrast what has happened to the Lord during Israel’s punishment and what will happen to other national gods during their country’s punishment. Account for the difference. What qualities of God are revealed in his building … Continue reading →

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