Tag Archives: Wisdom

Purpose of the Church

Posted on July 15, 2019 by Mark Shields

This day with God as we read 1 Timothy 3:14 through 4:5, Paul is writing to Timothy giving instructions on how people ought to conduct themselves in church. The instructions are for Timothy so he may lead the church while … Continue reading →

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Love and the Outcome

Posted on April 5, 2019 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
Take care of disputes In neighborly love And forgive each other As done from above. Confront wrongdoings By being thoughtful And in unity Spread the Gospel. For excellence, Be ready to pray And always obey…

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Refuge in the Shadow of His Wings

Posted on February 26, 2019 by Mark Shields

For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, but with the precious blood of Christ, a … Continue reading →

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Wicked Verses Righteous

Posted on February 25, 2019 by Mark Shields

The wicked are described in Psalms 36 as being arrogant while planning out their sinful course without fear of God. They only care about themselves, are deceitful in order to get their own way, and their way leads to destruction … Continue reading →

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You are God’s Temple

Posted on September 27, 2018 by Mark Shields

Don’t you know that you yourselves are God’s temple and that God’s Spirit dwells in your midst? – 1 Corinthians 3:16  As the post “Healthy Living” points out, we should take care of ourselves because we are God’s temple. We … Continue reading →

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