Tag Archives: Treasure

Listen and Follow Directions

Posted on March 19, 2015 by Mark Shields

Isaac was Abraham’s only son and he loved him very much which makes this test found in Genesis 22 extremely difficult. Reading in this passage, God told Abraham to take his only son and sacrifice him on a mountain in … Continue reading →

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Search the Heart

Posted on September 30, 2014 by Mark Shields

Mary and Joseph raised Jesus in a Godly home and went to the Passover Festival each year. Jesus would seize the opportunity to learn from the teachers at the Temple. Jesus desired to learn so He stayed behind to listen … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of Revelation 3-4

Posted on May 19, 2014 by Mark Shields

In Revelation 1, Christ is speaking to John about the things already seen. This letter from John was written originally for the first seven churches in Asia but now for all Christian churches. Within the book of Revelation is discovered the … Continue reading →

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How is Love of Christ Demonstrated

Posted on May 5, 2014 by Mark Shields

The church in Ephesus is addressed in Revelation 2:1-7. The message to them from Christ is that their deeds, hard work, and perseverance are acknowledged and praised but they had abandoned their first love. They must correct this by asking … Continue reading →

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Following the Way

Posted on January 7, 2014 by Mark Shields

If we study God’s Word, we will receive directions in how to live. By gaining knowledge from the Bible, from life experiences, and from others we will produce a road map to help us follow the Way. The pathway set … Continue reading →