Tag Archives: Purpose

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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Finding My Place in this World

Posted on January 2, 2018 by Mark Shields

Paul’s request in Romans 12:1-8 relates to the new status all Christians have. Being born again as the old self has been crucified so that the body once ruled by sin is done away with. The new life gains ultimate … Continue reading →

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The Week Ahead

Posted on January 1, 2018 by Mark Shields

As we set sail on the New Year, take inspiration from Mark Twain who said one time, “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So … Continue reading →

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The Week Ahead

Posted on December 10, 2017 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 10:18-21 * How does Paul show that hearing does not produce faith? How are faith and hearing … Continue reading →

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