Tag Archives: Desire

Questions for Reflection – Nehemiah 7-9

Posted on July 8, 2012 by Mark Shields

As I look back on my Journey through the book of Nehemiah, I’ve learned some lessons on how to react when others don’t want you to succeed. There were some who opposed the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem but … Continue reading →

Posted in Nehemiah | Tagged Accountable, Bible, Bible Study, Book of Nehemiah, Desire, Focused, Followers, God, Good News, Israelites, Jerusalem, Journey, Leadership, Lessons, Momentum, Nehemiah, Path, Plans, Positive Change, Projects, Reform, Success, Wall of Jerusalem | 8 Comments

Completing Projects Together

Posted on July 5, 2012 by Mark Shields

In order to succeed in any project that brings positive change, the desire to finish has to be greater than the fear brought on by those trying to stop it. As we journey into Nehemiah 6, those against the project … Continue reading →

Posted in Nehemiah | Tagged Character, Christianity, City Wall of Jerusalem, Desire, Enemies, Fear, God, Jerusalem, Nehemiah, Prayer, Reflection, Religion and Spirituality, Russ Taff, Success, Teamwork, Temptations, Wall of Jerusalem | 1 Comment

Momentum

Posted on June 1, 2012 by Mark Shields

I’m constantly looking for illustrations or videos that build momentum for the day. Here’s one that I think helps inspire the desire to continue the work just like put forth in my previous post on Ezra 5. Simply click this … Continue reading →

Posted in Ezra | Tagged Christ, Christian, Desire, Energies, Ezra, Ezra 5, God, Inspiration, Jeremy Camp, Jesus, Lord, Momentum | 6 Comments

The Desire to Fulfill the Mission – Matthew 26:57-75

Posted on May 1, 2012 by Mark Shields

The scribes and elders were called to session as explained in Matthew 26:57-75 eager to find false evidence against Jesus so they could put him to death. There were two witnesses that said Jesus had made the statement that he … Continue reading →

Posted in Matthew | Tagged Courage, Desire, God, Gospel of Matthew, High Priest, HolySpirit, Inspiration, Jeremy Camp, Jesus, Peter, Peter's denial, Scribes | 5 Comments

Wanting God’s Help – Ezekiel 38

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Mark Shields

If we ask for God’s help to fulfill His purpose, will He give good visions, dreams, and plans? He did for Ezekiel and if He does for you, cherish them because they will be the blueprints to follow as you … Continue reading →