Tag Archives: Courage

Bringing a Team Together

Posted on February 8, 2013 by Mark Shields

A good leader has faith, applies that faith as the Lord guides, has followers that buy into a plan, and surrounds themselves with good team members. David had proven that he was a great leader as the ruler of Hebron. … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Chronicles | Tagged Christianity, Courage, David, Faith, God, Guidance, Hebron, Inspiration, Jesus, Leadership, Lord, Plan, Religion and Spirituality, spirituality, Strengths, Talents, Teamwork | 3 Comments

Adding Quality to Faith

Posted on January 12, 2013 by Mark Shields

How do we add quality to our faith? At this link, I write some ideas. Also, I have here a song about faith that I hope gives a lift to your day: Glorify You Alone – Gateway Worship 2010. God … Continue reading →

Posted in Faith | Tagged Apps, Christianity, Courage, Faith, Food for the Soul, God, Happiness, hebrews 10, Momentum, Optimism, Plan, Prayer, religion, Religion and Spirituality, righteous one, Self-Confidence, Treasures, victory | 1 Comment

A Silent Night That Changed the World

Posted on December 24, 2012 by Mark Shields

At First United Methodist Church Waco yesterday, we finished the sermon series that explored the “Songs of Christmas”. The podcast can be watched by clicking this link: Silent Night Podcast and here is a video with lyrics: Silent Night with … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts From Sermon | Tagged Christianity, Christmas, Courage, Follow, Free, God, Hope, Jesus, Joy, Light, Love, Peace, Podcast, Religion and Spirituality, Servant, Silent Night, United Methodist Church | 4 Comments

You Are His Cherished Child

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Mark Shields

God delivers His people so we can take courage and look to a bright future because we will have the advantage and our enemies will be burdened. Some of the events as prophesized in Zechariah 12:1-13:6 have already taken place. … Continue reading →

Posted in Zechariah | Tagged Bible, Christ, Christianity, Confidence, Courage, Cross, Faith, God, Good Friday, Good News, Helper, Holy Spirit, Jesus, jesus in the garden of gethsemane, Prayer, prayer of jesus, Prophecy, Savior, victory, Zechariah | 6 Comments

Zechariah 5-8 Questions for Reflection

Posted on November 1, 2012 by Mark Shields

So far in my study of the book of Zechariah, I’ve read about how Zechariah is arousing the Jews to rebuild the Temple at Jerusalem. Because of Jesus, we know today that we are the Temple of God. His Spirit … Continue reading →