Tag Archives: Christ

Momentum

Posted on June 1, 2012 by Mark Shields

I’m constantly looking for illustrations or videos that build momentum for the day. Here’s one that I think helps inspire the desire to continue the work just like put forth in my previous post on Ezra 5. Simply click this … Continue reading →

Posted in Ezra | Tagged Christ, Christian, Desire, Energies, Ezra, Ezra 5, God, Inspiration, Jeremy Camp, Jesus, Lord, Momentum | 6 Comments

Encouragement

Posted on May 31, 2012 by Mark Shields

The rebuilding of the temple was put on hold as recorded in Ezra 4 but the prophets Haggai and Zechariah encouraged that the work continue in Ezra 5; with vision, confidence, and a desire to fulfill God’s command. The lesson … Continue reading →

Posted in Ezra | Tagged Christ, Christianity, Encouragement, Ezra, God, Haggai, Jerusalem, Prayer, Zechariah | 3 Comments

Questions for Reflection – Ezra 4-6

Posted on May 25, 2012 by Mark Shields

The first activity of the Israelites after returning from exile was to build the altar of God. We can learn from their example of putting God first. Small things become big things when we go to God and plan to … Continue reading →

Posted in Ezra | Tagged Altar of God, Book of Ezra, Celebration, Christ, Christianity, Difficulties, Ezra, Faith, God, God First, Israel, Israelite, Lessons, Light, Obstacles, Prayer, Road Map, United Methodist Church, Work | 5 Comments

Questions for Reflection – Ezra 1-3

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Mark Shields

I’ve finished traveling through Matthew. Along the journey, I noticed how Matthew presented Jesus Christ as the Messiah long promised by God. The Christian faith is built on records that prove and link the Old and New Testaments; God’s purposes … Continue reading →

Posted in Ezra | Tagged Book of Ezra, Christ, Christianity, Church, Ezra, Family, God, Job, Lessons Learned, Messiah, Old Testament, Spiritual Journey, United Methodist Church | 2 Comments

Sermon Outline – What Makes an Awesome Mom?

Posted on May 16, 2012 by Mark Shields

Moms are always honored in the Bible. They matter because they have such an awesome capacity to bless their little ones and to continue to bless them as they grow into adults to become parents themselves. I liked the funny … Continue reading →