Tag Archives: Christ

Falling into the Trap of Deception

Posted on January 12, 2015 by Mark Shields

The serpent was crafty; more so than any of the other animals the Lord had made as explained in Genesis 3. Eve fell into the trap of deception presented by the serpent; that God really didn’t mean what He said … Continue reading →

Posted in Accurate Thinking, Genesis | Tagged Christ, Garden of Eden, God, Savior, Temptation, victory, Wisdom | 4 Comments

Biblical Creationism

Posted on January 5, 2015 by Mark Shields

We were wonderfully made and so was the formless void that God created called the universe. Reading in Genesis 1, God’s imagination and His Words are related because what He said became reality. God said, “Let there be light” and … Continue reading →

Posted in Generosity, Genesis | Tagged Blessings, Christ, Creationism, Evolution, Future, God, Hope, Kindness, Natural Resources, Universe, Wildlife | 1 Comment

True Light

Posted on December 15, 2014 by Mark Shields

The true light that gives light to everyone was coming into the world. – John 1:9 Image Source When Christ was born, we were touched with something different and this light of grace keeps on giving. – Pastor Steve Ramsdell … Continue reading →

Posted in Holiday | Tagged Christ, Grace, Light, Truth | Leave a comment

You Are the Reason for the Season

Posted on December 2, 2014 by Mark Shields

Image Source If everything was perfect, there would be no need for Christmas. Remember, “We are the reason for the season”. Christ was born for people like your neighbor, your co-worker, or your boss. – Pastor Steve Ramsdell

Posted in Holiday, Purpose | Tagged Christ, Christmas, Neighbor, People, Purpose, Season | 2 Comments

The Reason

Posted on November 29, 2014 by Mark Shields

The lesson for me in reading Luke 9: “Understanding the Kingdom” is that greatness is achieved through humility because then there is sincerity and a dependence on God. There is plenty of work to be done in this world and … Continue reading →