Tag Archives: Christ

A Church’s Mission

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Mark Shields

Here’s what I took away Sunday from the sermon message at the church I worship at: A church’s mission is not to compete against other churches. A church’s mission is to transform people into the likeness of Jesus Christ and … Continue reading →

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Two Are Better Than One

Posted on February 9, 2013 by Mark Shields

Reading in 1 Chronicles 11, we get a picture of the good leadership qualities of David. He demonstrated his faith by going to the Lord in prayer and carrying out His instructions. David surrounded himself with good team members and … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Chronicles | Tagged Chris Tomlin, Christ, Church, Cross, David, Faith, Friendship, God, good leadership qualities, Help, how great is our god chris tomlin, Leadership, Lord, Matt Redman, Plan, Prayer, religion, Teamwork | 4 Comments

Repaired Relationships

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Mark Shields

We discovered in Sunday’s sermon at my church an amazing story that we can apply in life today. Joseph was sold into slavery by his brothers but this didn’t hold him back. He worked hard to move into responsible positions … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged broken relationship, broken relationships, Character, Christ, Disappointments, Egypt, Egyptian, Family, God, Integrity, Joseph, Pharaoh, Reconciliation, relationship with god, Relationships, religion, Work | 5 Comments

Every Person is Important

Posted on February 2, 2013 by Mark Shields

Recorded in 1 Chronicles 7-9 are a list of names remembered for eternity in the most published book of all time. Every person is important to God and He sent his son to die for all. The question for each … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection – 1 Chronicles 1-6

Posted on January 22, 2013 by Mark Shields

I just finished the journey through the book of James which for me was a good instruction manual for how to apply our faith. Learned in the book of James are great truths we can apply at work or home. … Continue reading →