Tag Archives: Evangelism

Wisdom That Works

Posted on September 3, 2013 by Mark Shields

Last Sunday, we continued the sermon series “Wisdom for Life” at the church where I worship. At this link: Pastor’s Podcast, you can see/listen to each message of the series. You may also want to use for Bible study or small … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts From Sermon | Tagged Bible, Bible Study, Christianity, Creator deity, Evangelism, God, iron sharpens iron, Jesus, sermon series, Sophia (wisdom), spirituality, way to wisdom | 8 Comments

The Best Way to Live

Posted on August 24, 2013 by Mark Shields

Suggestions about how to best live are brought out in Ecclesiastes 11. We are to live with passion and act out of love with little concern for receiving anything in return. Jesus fulfilled His mission with passion and this should … Continue reading →

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Meaning to Life

Posted on August 20, 2013 by Mark Shields

In trying to answer some basic questions while studying Ecclesiastes 9, I’ve concluded that the sovereignty of God lends meaning to life. He provides what is good for us and is useful for others. His Word becomes the provision that … Continue reading →

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What’s Missing

Posted on August 8, 2013 by Mark Shields

From reflection upon Ecclesiastes 6, the thought is that people are acquisitive and the earth is productive yet there is a sense that something is missing. What seems to be missing is fulfilling a greater purpose; having a desire to … Continue reading →

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Together is Better

Posted on August 4, 2013 by Mark Shields

Many activities can’t be done alone. You ever tried to water ski alone? How about move furniture? How about playing tennis? The activity of building up our spiritual life also requires other people around us to inspire, energize, and learn … Continue reading →