Tag Archives: Gospel of Matthew

At the Door of the Heart

Posted on December 16, 2013 by Mark Shields

The joyful event the girl is dreaming about in Song of Songs 5:1-8 is the Spirit of Christ at the door of her heart. But she is not ready and makes excuses for not opening the door. Much like the church … Continue reading →

Posted in Song of Songs | Tagged Christ, Christianity, God, Gospel of Matthew, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Lord, Parable of the Ten Virgins, Religion and Spirituality, Song of Songs | 1 Comment

A Mom’s Amazing Journey

Posted on May 12, 2013 by Mark Shields

The sixth message in a series called “Not a Fan” will be presented at the church I attend today. The message is titled “A Mom’s Amazing Journey”. The sermons can be listened to or watched by clicking on the link … Continue reading →

Posted in Sermon Outline | Tagged amazing journey, Gospel of Matthew, Jerusalem, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Mary, Matthew, real moms, United Methodist Church | 3 Comments

Following Jesus or Following the Rules

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Mark Shields

The third message in a series called “Not a Fan” was presented yesterday at the church I attend. This week’s message is titled “Following Jesus or Following the Rules” and can be watched at this link. All sermons are available … Continue reading →

Posted in Sermon Outline | Tagged Burdens, Christ, Christianity, first united methodist, first united methodist church, God, Gospel of Matthew, Grace, Heart, Jesus, Love, Matthew, Pharisee, Pharisees, Podcast, Relationship, religion, theology, Transformed, United Methodist Church | 27 Comments

Knowledge or Intimacy

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Mark Shields

The second message in a series has started at the church I attend called “Not a Fan”. This week’s message is titled “Knowledge or Intimacy” and can be watched at this link. All sermons are available by clicking on Pastor’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Thoughts From Sermon | Tagged Christ, God, Gospel of Matthew, Luke, Pharisee, Simon | 3 Comments

Unstoppable Easter

Posted on March 31, 2013 by Mark Shields

The Easter message at First United Methodist Church Waco today is titled “Unstoppable Easter” and can be watched at this link. Below is an outline of today’s message. 1. EASTER BRINGS GOD’S KINGDOM TO EARTH. “From that time on Jesus … Continue reading →