Tag Archives: Jesus

Wisdom Listens

Posted on July 14, 2013 by Mark Shields

If you are not able to attend your local church service today (traveling, health condition, etc), I invite you to a podcast of the church I attend. This morning, we continue the sermon series called “Wisdom for Life”. At this … Continue reading →

Posted in Sermon Outline | Tagged Bible, Bible Study, Book of Proverbs, cheerful heart, Christianity, Church service, closer than a brother, Friends, Friendship, Jesus, Lord, religion, sermon series | 11 Comments

Appreciate and Affirm

Posted on July 11, 2013 by Mark Shields

While reading Esther 3, there are warnings given about self-importance. This has made me think about how important every individual is to God. That He sent His Son to die for you and for me. We shouldn’t point our finger … Continue reading →

Posted in Esther | Tagged Casting Crowns, child of god, Christ, Christianity, Egypt, Esther, God, Jesus, Jesus Friend of Sinners, Moses, praise to god, Psalm | Leave a comment

David Gives Praise

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Mark Shields

David is thankful as he praises God and writes Psalm 138. He is thankful for God’s love, faithfulness, and safety when being surrounded by enemies. This may have been written at the time of Absalom’s rebellion when even in a … Continue reading →

Posted in Psalm | Tagged Absalom, Burdens, Christ Jesus, Christianity, David, Faithfulness, God, god glory, Jesus, Psalm, Psalm 138, time of need, time of trouble | 1 Comment

Be Inspired to Overcome Difficult Circumstances

Posted on June 30, 2013 by Mark Shields

The lesson learned for me as I read Psalm 137 is how we should respond to a difficult situation? We should cheer up for there is hope for the future. We should ask God to open doors and believe they … Continue reading →

Posted in Psalm | Tagged 1 corinthians 12, Christ, Christianity, Faith, First Epistle to the Corinthians, God, god works, Jesus, Psalm 137 | 8 Comments

He Loves Us

Posted on June 28, 2013 by Mark Shields

God knows all about us and sees value in each of us. He takes active concern in our life and mercifully prearranged a gift of love through His Son. What an example to follow and this love in action gives … Continue reading →