Tag Archives: Treasure

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 →

Posted in 2 Peter | Tagged Directions, God, God’s Word, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Moriah Peters, Pathway, Treasure | 7 Comments

Giving Back to God

Posted on April 2, 2013 by Mark Shields

In the previous post titled “Pass It On”, it was explained that David’s reign was in its twilight and he was thankful for all that God had given him. He had accumulated many resources for Israel and personal treasure. His … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Chronicles | Tagged Christ, Christianity, David, Giving, God, Israel, Jeremy Camp, Lord, personal treasure, Priorities, religion, Resources, spirituality, Temple, Treasure | 2 Comments

Pass It On

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Mark Shields

Reading in 1 Chronicles 29, David was up in age and as his reign draws to a close it is evident that his top priorities in life were God first, family second, and being king third. He gave willingly as … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Chronicles | Tagged Bible, Christ, David, followers of christ, God, God’s Word, Holy Spirit, HolySpirit, Journey, personal bible study, personal treasures, Priorities, Purpose, Riches, Solomon, spiritual riches, spiritual road, Temple, temple of the holy spirit, Treasure | 4 Comments

Zechariah 5-8 Questions for Reflection

Posted on November 1, 2012 by Mark Shields

So far in my study of the book of Zechariah, I’ve read about how Zechariah is arousing the Jews to rebuild the Temple at Jerusalem. Because of Jesus, we know today that we are the Temple of God. His Spirit … Continue reading →

Posted in Zechariah | Tagged Bible, Bible Verses, Book of Zechariah, Confidence, Courage, Focus, God, Holy Spirit, HolySpirit, Inspiration, Jews, Learning, Love, Preparing, Priorities, Success, Temple, Treasure, Videos, Zechariah | 2 Comments

The First Step

Posted on October 12, 2012 by Mark Shields

To get work done, the first step is to set priorities. Haggai 1 has a good lesson on priorities. To set up the historical context, the nation of Israel had been in exile in Babylon and the people began to … Continue reading →