Tag Archives: Abilities

The Humility of Abraham

Posted on July 24, 2015 by Mark Shields

Reading Genesis 23 in a study a while back, it was noted that Abraham demonstrated humility and this aroused a response of respect. He wanted to pay for a burial site for Sarah his wife rather than receive it as … Continue reading →

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Humility – All Great Leaders Possess It

Posted on March 24, 2015 by Mark Shields

In the post the Humility of Abraham, I wrote that Abraham demonstrated humility that aroused a response of respect as he searched for a burial site for his wife Sarah. We all live on this earth for a short time … Continue reading →

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The Humility of Abraham

Posted on March 23, 2015 by Mark Shields

As recorded in Genesis 23, Sarah died at the age of 127. Abraham needed a place to bury Sarah but he had never owned a piece of land in his life. He humbly and pleasantly asked if he could purchase … Continue reading →

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Esther’s Story

Posted on January 27, 2013 by Mark Shields

We continued a four-part series at First United Methodist Church Waco titled “Amazing Stories”. Today’s message is “Esther’s Story” and can be watched at this link. Below is an outline of the message. The words in black are notes provided … Continue reading →

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Submit to His Will

Posted on January 8, 2013 by Mark Shields

Many Christians expect all to live and do things exactly like they do but that’s not necessarily the way it should be. As written in James 4:1-12, God gave everyone unique abilities and we should not fight and quarrel with each … Continue reading →

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