Tag Archives: Life

The Way of Order and Certainty

Posted on May 5, 2013 by Mark Shields

I wrote in the previous post that the way of the world leads to inconsistency and confusion but the way of God leads to order and certainty. Here’s a video that advances this thought: Stop the World – Matthew West. … Continue reading →

Posted in Psalm | Tagged Bible, Blessings, Certainty, Christ, Christianity, Christianity for Seekers, Evangelism, God, God’s Word, Heart, Life, Matthew West, Meditate, Path, religion, religion & spirituality, Soul, spirituality, Truth | 5 Comments

The Strength to Win Battles

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Mark Shields

We face many battles in life. In a sermon, Pastor Steve at my church said that like in the battle between David and Goliath, there is power in believing. David honored God because He believed that God would help him … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Chronicles | Tagged Battle, Christ, Christianity, Church, David, Faith, God, Goliath, Leader, Life, Power, religion | 1 Comment

Discover Your God Given Strengths

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Mark Shields

As I read 1 Chronicles 1-2, the thought occurred that everyone’s life matters. Your life matters to your parents, your children, grandchildren, your nephews, nieces, or your friend’s children. It also matters to God. What you do in life affects … Continue reading →

Posted in 1 Chronicles | Tagged 1 corinthians 12, Apostles, Books of Chronicles, Christianity, church god, First Epistle to the Corinthians, Gaither Vocal Band, Gifts of healing, God, God’s Light, Healing, Inspiration, Life, Miracles, Prophets, reflecting god, religion, Religion and Spirituality, Strength, Teachers | 2 Comments

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 →

Posted in Thoughts From Sermon | Tagged Christ, Christianity, Christmas, Faith, Friendship, God, Heart, Jesus, Life, Lord, Religion and Spirituality, Son of God | 2 Comments

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 →