Category Archives: Nehemiah

People of Faith

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Mark Shields

Jerusalem is called the Holy city because God had chosen it and it was blessed by His temple and His presence. They restored it for God by this dedication in Nehemiah 12 in which they praised God for His presence … Continue reading →

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God’s Spirit Lives In You

Posted on July 27, 2012 by Mark Shields

I remember a sermon once of my Pastor, Wayne Williams. He said that we need to grow roots and the best way is by reading some of the Bible each day. Then applying what we learn by using our God … Continue reading →

Posted in Nehemiah | Tagged Abilities, Applied Faith, Bible, First Epistle to the Corinthians, God, God’s Work, Health, Jerusalem, Leadership, Nehemiah, religion & spirituality, Temple | 7 Comments

Doing our Part

Posted on July 26, 2012 by Mark Shields

As recorded in Nehemiah 11, the wall around Jerusalem had been built and the leaders of the people lived within the city but enemies carried out plots to impede improvement so most people remained in their own towns. Since the … Continue reading →

Posted in Nehemiah | Tagged Christianity, Danger, God, God’s Work, Hope, Israel, Jerusalem, Mission, Nehemiah, Patience, Prayer, Purpose, religion & spirituality, Service, Volunteers, Witness | 4 Comments

Impacting Life

Posted on July 24, 2012 by Mark Shields

In yesterday’s post, the idea expressed is working together and that God’s way is for people to help each other along life’s journey. My Pastor once said in one of his sermons that giving to the church is practical because … Continue reading →

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Smiles from Others and Smiles from God

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Mark Shields

Express gratitude for what God has given by giving. Be a partner in His work and expect a very large return on your generosity in the form of smiles from others and smiles from God. In today’s reading of Nehemiah … Continue reading →