Tag Archives: Jesus Christ

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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Questions for Reflection – 1 Chronicles 20-23

Posted on March 10, 2013 by Mark Shields

Over the last few weeks, the journey has taken me through 1 Chronicles 17–19. I studied about David who was in search for a place to put the Arc of the Covenant but God gave David a different plan. Many … Continue reading →

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Being All That God Intends You to Be

Posted on March 1, 2013 by Mark Shields

Amazing things happen to those who simply follow God’s path. They can aim for the moon and if they miss, God develops them into His star. Think about how God took a person of no status or standing like David … Continue reading →

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Who Will Build the House of God

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Mark Shields

Reading in 1 Chronicles 17:1-15, David was concerned about the Ark of the Covenant. He was settled in his palace while the ark was under a tent. His thoughts were about building a house for God to dwell in but … Continue reading →

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A Church’s Mission

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Mark Shields

Here’s what I took away Sunday from the sermon message at the church I worship at: A church’s mission is not to compete against other churches. A church’s mission is to transform people into the likeness of Jesus Christ and … Continue reading →