Tag Archives: Patience

Surrender All

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Mark Shields

As I wrote in yesterday’s post about prayer and having patience during difficulty, anything worthwhile takes some time to acquire. When a farmer plants, the crop doesn’t appear the next day. It requires rain, fertilizer, and a lot of patience. … Continue reading →

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Patience and Prayer

Posted on January 15, 2013 by Mark Shields

During difficult times, there is the need for calmness and poise. We may be in a hurry but God isn’t. God measures time very differently than we do. A lifetime is like hours for God. What we do in life … Continue reading →

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Purpose Gives Patience

Posted on December 18, 2012 by Mark Shields

A child waits for Christmas morning and it seems like the waiting lasted forever until they finally open the presents. Just like the child at Christmas, we need to be excited about opening the presents that God has for us each … Continue reading →

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The Songs of Christmas – Simeon’s Song

Posted on December 16, 2012 by Mark Shields

We are exploring the songs of those who were touched by Christ on the first Christmas in a message series called “The Songs of Christmas” at First United Methodist Church Waco. We are learning how their Christmas songs can help … Continue reading →

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Songs of Christmas Message Series

Posted on December 2, 2012 by Mark Shields

A new message series starts this weekend at First United Methodist Church Waco called “The Songs of Christmas”. Over the years, I have developed the practice of taking notes of each sermon with the purpose of seeking insight and life … Continue reading →