Tag Archives: Christianity

He Will Take Us Back

Posted on December 8, 2012 by Mark Shields

Just like during the time of Malachi, reforms are needed in our world today. One thing to keep in mind though is that God will take His people back for He loved us so much He sent Jesus to die … Continue reading →

Posted in Malachi | Tagged Christianity, God, Inspiration, Jeremy Camp, Jesus, Love, Malachi, Reforms, religion, Religion and Spirituality, saving grace, Take You Back (song) | 2 Comments

Faithful to the Way

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Mark Shields

In Malachi 2, the idea is of being faithful to God’s way. We should follow God’s way through visions, dreams, and life circumstances but most of all through His Word. Read His word with a purpose by learning lessons that … Continue reading →

Posted in Malachi | Tagged Christianity, Christmas, Dreams, Faithful, Glory, God, God’s Word, Heart, Israel, Lessons, Lincoln Brewster, Lord, Mind, Religion and Spirituality, Soul, Visions | 3 Comments

Songs of Christmas Message Series

Posted on December 2, 2012 by Mark Shields

A new message series starts this weekend at First United Methodist Church Waco called “The Songs of Christmas”. Over the years, I have developed the practice of taking notes of each sermon with the purpose of seeking insight and life … Continue reading →

Posted in Sermon Outline | Tagged Christianity, Christmas, Church, Faith, first united methodist, first united methodist church, Gabriel, Galilee, God, Hope, Jesus, Patience, Prayers, religion, Sermon Message, United Methodist Church | Leave a comment

The Power to Change

Posted on December 1, 2012 by Mark Shields

God knows what is best for each person and the Holy Spirit gives the power to change. I might have some flaws but God can refine me through a daily process and help me become more and more like Christ. … Continue reading →

Posted in Zechariah | Tagged Christ, Christianity, Discipline, God, Holy Spirit, Hope, Inspiration, Joy, oslo gospel choir, Power, Process, Progress, Refine, religion, Religion and Spirituality, spirituality, Tested | 7 Comments

Refining Flaws

Posted on November 30, 2012 by Mark Shields

In my journey through Zechariah 13:7–14:21, I read a prophecy of the suffering of Christ who would lay down his life for our sins. There is also prophecy of trials and sufferings which points to the siege of Jerusalem in … Continue reading →