Tag Archives: Applied Faith

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

Questions for Reflection – Nehemiah 10-13

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Mark Shields

The wall around Jerusalem was completed. Nehemiah had led a successful project but he was humble enough to understand that knowing the way of God and going His way was even more important. Going to God builds momentum for each … Continue reading →

Posted in Nehemiah | Tagged Applied Faith, Christ, God, Israelites, Jerusalem, Nehemiah, Quiet Time, United Methodist Church | 4 Comments

Application Makes All the Difference

Posted on July 18, 2012 by Mark Shields

A new sermon series is in progress at the church I attend called “Life Apps”. It’s about the many life applications that can enhance and improve our life found in the Bible. Senior Pastor Steve Ramsdell gave the first sermon … Continue reading →

Posted in Sermon Outline | Tagged Applied Faith, Believe, Bible, Church, God, James, Jesus, Listen, Outline, Pastor, Pray, Sermon, Sunday, Word | 6 Comments

Centered on God’s Principles

Posted on July 17, 2012 by Mark Shields

Can you imagine if we could keep our focus so that every physical and mental resource was centered on God? Imagine the power to solve problems; to follow through with intelligent planning and excellent execution of these plans. Click on … Continue reading →

Posted in Nehemiah | Tagged Applied Faith, Christ, Christianity, God, God Focused, God’s Principles, Jerusalem, Lessons, Listening, Nehemiah, Planning, Power, Prayer, Reflection, religion & spirituality, Wall of Jerusalem | 6 Comments

The Joy of the Lord is Your Strength

Posted on July 9, 2012 by Mark Shields

Reading in Nehemiah 7-8, the wall around Jerusalem was finished but the safety of the city depended more on the inhabitants than upon its walls so God put in Nehemiah’s heart the desire to start the process of returning the … Continue reading →