Tag Archives: Passion

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 →

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Every Person is Important

Posted on February 2, 2013 by Mark Shields

Recorded in 1 Chronicles 7-9 are a list of names remembered for eternity in the most published book of all time. Every person is important to God and He sent his son to die for all. The question for 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 →

Posted in Thoughts From Sermon | Tagged Christianity, Church, Devotion, enthusiasm, First Epistle to the Corinthians, Fully Devoted, God, Jesus, Music, New Year, Passion, religion, Religion and Spirituality | 5 Comments

Between the “Y” and the “I” in 2013

Posted on January 6, 2013 by Mark Shields

Today’s message at First United Methodist Church Waco is from Pastor Steve Ramsdell titled “Between the “Y” and the “I” in 2013. The message podcast is at this link. Below is an outline of the message. 1. WHOLEHEARTED INITIATES. “Then … Continue reading →

Posted in Sermon Outline | Tagged Accountability, book of Samuel, Challenges, David, first united methodist, first united methodist church, Generosity, God, Initiative, Israel, Lord, Michal, Passion, Podcast, religion, Repentance, Samaritan, Samuel, Saul, servant girls, theology, Worship | 2 Comments

Weapons Against The Competition

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Mark Shields

There is competition we face every day; determination competes against doubt, passion against apathy, sacrifice against safety. The challenge for us is to learn about the qualities of Christ so we can use them as weapons against this competition; bringing … Continue reading →