Tag Archives: Christianity

Help Build Up a Strong Faith

Posted on October 29, 2013 by Mark Shields

In reading 1 Chronicles 23, I noticed that a coalition worked for a common purpose. The plan was to get a new king so the continuance of the line of David would be assured. It took planning, organization and teamwork. … Continue reading →

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Worship Service Update 10-27-2013

Posted on October 27, 2013 by Mark Shields

Today, we start a new sermon series called “First” at the church where I worship. First is based on a simple belief: that we put God before everything else in our lives – possessions, gadgets, houses, cars, careers, busy schedules, … Continue reading →

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In the Center of Your Life

Posted on October 22, 2013 by Mark Shields

The lesson for me in reading 2 Chronicles 2-:1-13 is to put God in the center of your life. In times of struggle, pray every day and trust God every minute. See difficult times as an opportunity for God to … Continue reading →

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How to Handle a Crisis

Posted on October 21, 2013 by Mark Shields

Jehoshaphat does three things when he receives news of a new military threat as pointed out in 2 Chronicles 20:1-13. He first inquired of the Lord and then proclaimed a fast for all Judah (v. 3). The third thing he … Continue reading →

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Update on Worship 10-20-2013

Posted on October 20, 2013 by Mark Shields

The focus for the last few weeks at the church I attend has been to encourage reading the Bible on a regular basis. Each sermon message was about how the Bible is a story of God and all about us. … Continue reading →

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