Tag Archives: Soul

Ideas for Greater Discipline

Posted on March 20, 2018 by Mark Shields

Even though it may seem to a child that a parent gives instruction that makes no sense, they have gained knowledge and experience over a lifetime so the wise attitude is to take heed and follow. Godly instruction like found … Continue reading →

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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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In Giving We Receive the Greatest Gift

Posted on January 25, 2018 by Mark Shields

Paul’s assessment of the virtues of the Roman Christians in Romans 15:14-33 is that they are full of goodness, filled with knowledge, and competent to instruct one another (v. 14). Paul pictures his relationship with the Roman Christians as being … Continue reading →

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Attitude of Kindness

Posted on January 18, 2018 by Mark Shields

We put no stumbling block in anyone’s path, so that our ministry will not be discredited. – 2 Corinthians 6:3 The post “Accepting Others and Working Together” brought out the thought that we are bound together by the peace and … Continue reading →

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Accepting Others and Working Together

Posted on January 17, 2018 by Mark Shields

As explained in Romans 14:13-23, Paul commands attitudes that come from the Holy Spirit as a substitute for judging. Being concerned about the type of food or drink we consume are minor issues and should not be our main concern. … Continue reading →

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