Tag Archives: Purpose

Fulfilling God’s Purpose – Matthew 26:47-56

Posted on April 28, 2012 by Mark Shields

As pastor Steve said in a message once about the movie “The Passion of The Christ”, Jesus had a mission and was fully engaged in that mission. We too have a mission and that is to help others know about … 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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Vision for God’s Plan – Ezekiel 43:1-12

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Mark Shields

In Ezekiel 43:1-12 Ezekiel gets a visual tour of the temple and then is given a vision of the glory of God. His Spirit entered in the gate facing east and His voice spoke to Ezekiel. God told Him to … Continue reading →

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God’s Purpose in Adversity – Ezekiel 39

Posted on February 4, 2012 by Mark Shields

After reading Ezekiel 39, it makes you wonder why God allows situations to develop into such a mess. What is His ultimate purpose and how do we understand that purpose? Billy Graham once said, “Comfort and prosperity have never enriched the … Continue reading →

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Jeremiah 52

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup – Read or Listen Jeremiah had a message and a role in God’s plan. What is your place and purpose in God’s plan for today’s world? Jeremiah’s purpose was to communicate the need to change course and to … Continue reading →