Tag Archives: Blessing

Listen and Follow Directions

Posted on March 19, 2015 by Mark Shields

Isaac was Abraham’s only son and he loved him very much which makes this test found in Genesis 22 extremely difficult. Reading in this passage, God told Abraham to take his only son and sacrifice him on a mountain in … Continue reading →

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We can Trust

Posted on November 4, 2014 by Mark Shields

God has unlimited power and this power is demonstrated in the actions of His Son. When we see and hear positive results around us, then more are ready to believe. Then as many begin to trust, it is then clearly … Continue reading →

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The Compassion and Power

Posted on November 3, 2014 by Mark Shields

Now as we continue the Journey through Luke 7:1-17, we read about two accounts of both the compassion and power of Jesus. The first account is when Jesus entered Capernaum. A centurion had a servant who was sick and he … Continue reading →

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There Will Be a Test

Posted on November 14, 2012 by Mark Shields

On Veterans Day this past Sunday, the message at First United Methodist Church Waco was titled “There Will Be a Test”. Our Veterans have passed a test and we all as Christ followers have a test to pass. To make … Continue reading →

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Momentum to Victory

Posted on August 30, 2012 by Mark Shields

Within Psalm 95 is enumerated the aspects of God which make Him praiseworthy. He is Supreme King, Creator, and Shepherd of His people. All things belong to Him and are under His control. We are not to neglect lessons learned … Continue reading →

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