Tag Archives: Cross

Raise the White Flag and Lift the Cross High

Posted on January 9, 2014 by Mark Shields

A lesson learned for me in the previous study of 2 Peter 2:1-9 and in sharing in the post yesterday is to know whose side to be on. It’s so important to listen to the right people and follow the … Continue reading →

Posted in 2 Peter | Tagged Chris Tomlin, Christ, Cross, God, Leaders, Lessons, Listening, Morals, Passion, Values | 2 Comments

Reaching New Heights

Posted on October 18, 2013 by Mark Shields

Reading in 2 Chronicles 19 and writing some thoughts yesterday, I noted that Jehoshaphat reformed the system of justice as he appointed judges of integrity. Justice, fairness, consideration, and cooperation shape societies of integrity for a future that reaches new … Continue reading →

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Embrace the Cross and be Inspired to Follow with a Purpose

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Mark Shields

Yesterday, I wrote about the sermon from Sunday at the church I attend. In reviewing and thinking about the message, the point I took away is that we need to have initiative to be a follower rather than just a … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts From Sermon | Tagged carrying the cross, Christ, Christianity, Courage, Cross, Evangelism, Follower, God, http www youtube, Initiative, Inspiration, Prayer, Purpose, religion, Religion and Spirituality, Self Discipline, Sermon, spirituality | Leave a comment

Wherever, Whenever, Whatever

Posted on May 6, 2013 by Mark Shields

The fifth message in a series called “Not a Fan” was presented at the church I attend this past weekend. The message is titled “Wherever, Whenever, Whatever”. The sermons can be listened to or watched by clicking on the link … Continue reading →

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Light for Our Path

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Mark Shields

We were created to worship God and get to know Him; to take in the lessons from His Word and from experiences as we travel through life. Then use them to light our path. Many things only last for a … Continue reading →