Tag Archives: Purpose

More Blessed to Give than to Receive

Posted on January 26, 2018 by Mark Shields

In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ … Continue reading →

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The Week Ahead

Posted on January 14, 2018 by Mark Shields

This week, we will continue the study of the book of Romans and share more thoughts. Below are some questions for reflection.  Romans 14:1-12 * What are the likely attitudes of the strong toward the weak? The weak toward the … Continue reading →

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Discoveries

Posted on January 12, 2018 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Think of all the Great discoveries Made over the years In various academies. Many made by accident By those who related The unrelated And just waited. Taking objects, Ideas, an asset To meet various needs…

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The Week Ahead

Posted on January 7, 2018 by Mark Shields

This week, we will continue the study of the book of Romans and share more thoughts. Below are some questions for reflection. Romans 13:1-7 * What are your obligations to civil authorities (relate to 12:2)? In what ways are authorities … Continue reading →

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United in Spirit for Good Works

Posted on January 3, 2018 by Mark Shields

So in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others – Romans 12:5 As explained in the post “Finding My Place in this World”, Paul’s appeal in Romans 12:1-8 relates to the … Continue reading →

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