Monthly Archives: February 2012

Positive Direction for the Future – Ezekiel 45

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Mark Shields

The real way to measure effective leadership is not what benefits the present but what affects a positive direction for the future in our families, businesses, organizations, and society in general.   In Ezekiel 45, God is giving instructions for how … Continue reading →

Posted in Ezekiel | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

Expect God’s Presence All The Time – Ezekiel 44

Posted on February 18, 2012 by Mark Shields

This day will be amazing because God can be involved in every activity, every conversation, every problem, and even every thought. My Pastor, Steve Ramsdell said in a sermon message that God speaks in various ways – visions, dreams, life’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Ezekiel | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments

Ezekiel 44-46 Questions for Reflection

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Mark Shields

Over the last few posts, Ezekiel has been given a vision of how the Temple will look. I learned just how important it is to set aside time to be in a holy space to pray daily. Time spent with … Continue reading →

Posted in Ezekiel | Tagged , , | 2 Comments

Acceptance – Ezekiel 43:13-27

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Mark Shields

We don’t have to jump through hoops to be approved by God. Jesus Christ of Nazareth changed everything; simply believing in His death and resurrection, gives immediate, constant, and forever acceptance. Before God’s gift of His Son, there was a … Continue reading →

Posted in Ezekiel | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

Lover’s Leap

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Mark Shields

If you go to a movie or read a book, romance is depicted in stories of courtships and love affairs or in historical settings of heroic deeds or pageantry. In a colorful and scenic world full of fanciful stories and … Continue reading →

Posted in Special Occasions | 2 Comments