Tag Archives: Free

Follow the Path Away from Corruption

Posted on January 13, 2014 by Mark Shields

For a society to build up a resistance to corruption, we have to believe that small actions over time will build up to make major improvements. We have to look at corruption as the enemy and work together to identify … Continue reading →

Posted in 2 Peter | Tagged Courage, Faith, false teacher, False Teachers, Free, God’s Word, Google Images, Gospel Message, Hope, Jesus, Love, Negative Attitudes, Negative Habits, Optimism, Path, Peter, Righteousness, Saved, victory | 2 Comments

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

Beyond Salvation

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Mark Shields

Is there something else beyond salvation or is that all there is? Pastor Wayne Williams delivered the message at the 10:50 service this past Sunday at First United Methodist Church Waco. He tells us in his message that God relentlessly … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts From Sermon | Tagged Abundance, Christ, Christian, Destiny, Epistle to the Romans, Free, God, Jesus, John, Joy, Joy of the LORD, Love, Promised Land, Purpose, Salvation, Second Chance | 1 Comment

Back To School

Posted on August 29, 2012 by Mark Shields

It’s time for many to return back to school so the sermon message this past weekend at the church I attend was titled “Back to School” and can be listened to or viewed at this link. Below is an outline … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts From Sermon | Tagged Big Daddy Weave, Christ, Free, God, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Love, Redeemed, School, Worth | 4 Comments

Matthew 23-24 Questions for Reflection

Posted on March 29, 2012 by Mark Shields

Each day with God can be amazing because our growing faith can never be taken away or depleted. The gospel message has a beautiful and refreshing simplicity about it that sets us free and never lets us down. In my … Continue reading →