Tag Archives: Christ

Knowledge or Intimacy

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Mark Shields

The second message in a series has started at the church I attend called “Not a Fan”. This week’s message is titled “Knowledge or Intimacy” and can be watched at this link. All sermons are available by clicking on Pastor’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts From Sermon | Tagged Christ, God, Gospel of Matthew, Luke, Pharisee, Simon | 3 Comments

Faith Brings Light to a Sometimes Dark World

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Mark Shields

Life is not always easy but we can continue to rejoice in the Lord. Even when we have those that try to bring us down or when our path seems to be broken. Even when we do not feel secure, … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith | Tagged Affliction, boston marathon, brighter future, Christ, Christianity, Composure, darkest hours, Eternal, Evangelism, Faith, Fears, God, HolySpirit, Hope, Jesus, Lord, Path, perfect world, Rejoice, religion, Religion and Spirituality, Spiritual, Trust, walk with god | Leave a comment

My Reward is with Christ

Posted on April 14, 2013 by Mark Shields

David was Israel’s greatest king but the Messiah is even greater as noted in Psalms 110 . In this passage, we get a good picture of the Messiah and of the rewarding future. The enemies which are ungodly men, sin, … Continue reading →

Posted in Psalm | Tagged anointed one, Christ, Christianity, cross of christ, David, Future, God, Gospel, Israel, Jesus, Kingdom, Lord, Messiah, Praise, Psalm, religion, Rewards, theology, ungodly men | 5 Comments

Questions for Reflection – Psalm 110-114

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, the journey has taken me through Psalm 107-109. Reading the Psalms is truly food for our souls that brings healing. We all face trials in life but God is more powerful than our problems when … Continue reading →

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When the Going Gets Tough

Posted on April 10, 2013 by Mark Shields

In today’s world in which we hear about bullying, it’s easy to identify with the psalmist’s situation in Psalm 109 and want bad to happen to those that are hateful toward us. David endured false accusations and he asks the … Continue reading →