Tag Archives: Religion and Spirituality

Matthew 13:1-23

Posted on August 15, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup The parable of the sower gives a lesson about wanting Spiritual treasures from God and not worldly treasure. Accepting Christ as Savior is the ultimate spiritual treasure and we can prepare our hearts for acceptance of this treasure … Continue reading →

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Matthew 13 questions

Posted on August 14, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup Make use of the questions below as you study each passage: Matthew 13:1-23 In what ways has your heart been prepared to receive God’s words? What are the disciples seeing and hearing? What care do you take to … Continue reading →

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Matthew 11-12 questions

Posted on July 31, 2011 by Mark Shields

The questions below are to be used to provide fuel for your thoughts as you study each of the blocks of readings. Matthew 11:1-19 Passage Lookup What is the role of John the Baptist in history (See Malachi 3:1; 4:5-6)? … 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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Matthew 10 questions

Posted on July 17, 2011 by Mark Shields

Passage Lookup Matthew 10:1-15 What general principles given here are applicable to your present situation? To your thinking about future possibilities? Matthew 10:16-23 List the instructions Jesus gives his disciples. Why will they be persecuted? How are the disciples to … Continue reading →