Monthly Archives: May 2016

He Clears the Path to Safety

Posted on May 9, 2016 by Mark Shields

After the Red Sea was parted and the Israelites escaped the Egyptian army, the song in Exodus 15:1-21 was inspired. The song praises God who is their strength and power to overcome the enemy. It praises Him for working wonders … Continue reading →

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Worship Service (05/08/2016)

Posted on May 8, 2016 by Mark Shields

The 9:30 am and 10:50 am worship service of First United Methodist Church of Waco is now “Live” on facebook ‪at this link.

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Perfect Plan

Posted on May 7, 2016 by Mark Shields

Originally posted on Step Ahead:
One plan is perfect; God’s plan for everyone; It is an amazing gift; The gift of His Son. His love for us is forever And although there is sin, Christ died for us To renew…

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Just Hold On

Posted on May 6, 2016 by Mark Shields

The fourth message in the new sermon series titled “Never-Never Land” was presented last weekend at the church I worship at. The title of the sermon was “Never Lose Hope”. Here is a link to the Sermon Podcast. We are … Continue reading →

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No Worries

Posted on May 5, 2016 by Mark Shields

Shared in the post Turning Tough Situations into Something Positive were thoughts about how God led His people through a tough situation as they were trapped between the Egyptian army and the Red Sea but then the sea was parted … Continue reading →