Tag Archives: Holy Spirit

Self-Powered or Spirit-Filled

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Mark Shields

The fourth message in a series called “Not a Fan” was presented at the church I attend this past weekend. The message is titled “Self-Powered or Spirit-Filled”. The sermons can be listened to or watched by clicking on the link … Continue reading →

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Our Living God

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Mark Shields

Pointed out in Psalm 115, idols do not have any sense or reason and are works of human hands: the painter, the carver, the statuary. They can’t see, hear, smell, feel, or speak but God has all of these along … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection – Psalm 110-114

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, the journey has taken me through Psalm 107-109. Reading the Psalms is truly food for our souls that brings healing. We all face trials in life but God is more powerful than our problems when … Continue reading →

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The Champion Within

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Mark Shields

A thought from my previous post “Victory Assured” is that within each of us is a champion. All we have to do is release that champion within called the Holy Spirit. We were born to win but we have to … Continue reading →

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Lessons of Courage

Posted on April 6, 2013 by Mark Shields

When we read about the courage demonstrated by the characters of the Bible, we are inspired to step ahead with courage. As suggested one time in our First United Methodist Newsletter, imagine you lived like Daniel. As he faced the … Continue reading →