Tag Archives: Soul

Refining in His Timing

Posted on November 2, 2017 by Mark Shields

Always be glad because of the Lord! I will say it again: Be glad. – Philippians 4:4  Touched upon in the post “The Law and the Fall” are two opposite laws that Paul explains. One is the law of God … Continue reading →

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The Law and the Fall

Posted on November 1, 2017 by Mark Shields

There is a paradox that Paul expresses within the passage Romans 7:14-25. He tells us that he wants to act a certain way but ends up doing the opposite. Paul points out two spiritual laws at work in verses 21-24. … Continue reading →

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Change for the Better

Posted on September 14, 2017 by Mark Shields

My child, eat honey, for it is good, and the honeycomb is sweet to the taste. In the same way, wisdom is sweet to your soul, If you find it, you will have a bright future, and your hopes will … Continue reading →

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Riches of the Soul

Posted on September 13, 2017 by Mark Shields

In Romans 2:1-11, Paul explains that we should wish for the riches of God’s kindness, tolerance, and patience to help us change for the better. God repays each person according to what they have done (v. 6) so more important … Continue reading →

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The Servant of Christ Jesus

Posted on August 29, 2017 by Mark Shields

Reading in Romans 1:1-7, Paul introduces himself as a servant of Christ Jesus. He had never been to Rome as he writes this letter while in Corinth on his third missionary journey. He also introduces himself as an apostle; someone … Continue reading →

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