Tag Archives: Desire

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 →

Posted in Ezekiel | Tagged Bible, Christ, Christianity, Desire, Ezekiel, God, Israel, Jesus, Norm Hastings, Prayer, religion & spirituality | Leave a comment

Psalm 86

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Mark Shields

David asked the Lord to hear his prayer in Psalm 86; to guard his life, have mercy, give joy, preserve his soul, teach him to walk in His ways, have mercy on him, and to give a sign of His … Continue reading →