Tag Archives: Jesus

Certify the Plan

Posted on January 11, 2013 by Mark Shields

From yesterday’s passage and post, I learned that as we plan, there is a need to certify that plan with God’s will. We can get approval by going to Him in prayer. I really enjoy growing in the Lord with … Continue reading →

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Submit to His Will

Posted on January 8, 2013 by Mark Shields

Many Christians expect all to live and do things exactly like they do but that’s not necessarily the way it should be. As written in James 4:1-12, God gave everyone unique abilities and we should not fight and quarrel with each … Continue reading →

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Fully Devoted

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Mark Shields

Yesterday’s sermon message at my church was about being fully devoted to God. Many of us have a passion for something like some hobby, playing a game like golf, or pulling for a favorite football team. These are all good … Continue reading →

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A Friend that Goes with Us Everywhere

Posted on December 31, 2012 by Mark Shields

For many, Christmas is a time we look forward to and then there is a letdown but the feeling should last throughout the year. The Lord was born because we needed Him, He came that we might know Him more, … Continue reading →

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What Just Happened?

Posted on December 30, 2012 by Mark Shields

Today’s message at First United Methodist Church Waco is from Pastor Brandon Frenzel titled “What Just Happened”. The message can be heard at this link. Below is an outline of the message. The words in black are notes provided by … Continue reading →