Tag Archives: Character

Completing Projects Together

Posted on July 5, 2012 by Mark Shields

In order to succeed in any project that brings positive change, the desire to finish has to be greater than the fear brought on by those trying to stop it. As we journey into Nehemiah 6, those against the project … Continue reading →

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Doing the Right Thing

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Mark Shields

As explained in Nehemiah 5, there was an outcry of the people about their living conditions. They blamed the leaders for burdening them with excessive tax to the king. Nehemiah was a leader for the people and angry at the … Continue reading →

Posted in Nehemiah | Tagged Character, Discipline, Generosity, God, God’s Word, Integrity, Jerusalem, Judah, Leadership, Nehemiah, Prayer, Religion and Spirituality, Wall of Jerusalem | 1 Comment

Inspiration for Change

Posted on June 14, 2012 by Mark Shields

As stated in Ezra 9, a report was brought to Ezra of the people being unfaithful because of associations with those who worshiped idols instead of the one true God. Even the leaders were guilty; lacking the discipline and setting … Continue reading →

Posted in Ezra | Tagged Career, Character, Christ, Christianity, Cross, Cross - Hillsong, Discipline, Ezra, Family, God, God’s Will, God’s Word, Hillsong Music Australia, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Marriage, Materialism, Power, religion & spirituality, Spiritual Treasures | 5 Comments

In the Faith – Matthew 22:1-14

Posted on March 24, 2012 by Mark Shields

Biblical principles are practical today and they will not let us down. Yielding to a Godly perspective day in and day out will set us free. The wedding clothes mentioned in Mathew 22:1-14 are the character traits Christians should put … Continue reading →